Local Services

Best in Show

Premier Pet Supply built a local empire on personal service and quality goods. Article by Jennifer Lovy | Photography by Simran Bajwa Ordering pet food and supplies online is so fast and convenient that it’s easy to forget there are other ways to shop. Mike Palmer, owner of Premier Pet Supplies, doesn’t discourage online shopping. He offers it, too (premierpetsupply.com).  However, the heart of his business model lies in something the internet can’t provide: a highly personalized shopping...

Food + Beverage

Bone Appetit

Our favorite Fido-friendly spots in Troy. Article by Cindy Stewart Craving a bite out, but don’t want to leave your pooch at home? There are plenty of dog-friendly restaurants and hotels in and around Troy that will welcome your four-legged companion.    DraftKings Sports & Social is a pet-friendly restaurant and bar in Troy that welcomes pups on their outdoor patio. Their menu features traditional pub fare with a twist, with items such as Korean nachos, crab cake sandwiches, spicy tuna...

Education

Head of the Class

Meet three stunning local grads who’ve excelled in athletics or earned top marks. Article by Lynne Konstantin ADDISON COSGROVE   HIGH SCHOOL Troy Athens High School AGE 17 CITY OF RESIDENCE Troy COLLEGE ATTENDING IN THE FALL Wayne State University SPORT Softball ACCOLADES Warrior Award for Academic Achievement; Athletic Scholarship; Scholar Athlete Award; Senior Scholar Athlete Award; 1st Team All District Catcher; 1st Team All OAA League Catcher; Hilite International...

Sports + Recreation

Family Fun Takes Flight

End the summer on a high note with Legacy Ballooning. Article and Photography by As summer starts to wind down, Michigan skies are heating up — literally. For those looking to end the season on a high note, Legacy Ballooning offers an unforgettable experience above the treetops, where sunsets stretch for miles and adventure takes flight. Based in Troy and flying out of the Milford and South Lyon areas, Legacy Ballooning (legacyballooning.com) is Michigan’s only female-owned and operated hot...

Local Services

To Defend & Uphold

This July, we celebrate a Marine veteran and his lifelong commitment to doing what’s right. Article by Linda Ditch Patrick Stemmler is a straight shooter. Whether in his work for his United Restoration Disaster Services (URDS) clients or for insurance companies and contractors in his newest endeavor, United We Restore appraisal services, he’s not afraid to fight for what is best and ethical for those who hired him — and those around him.  After working for a large national contractor...

Travel

Paradise Found

Travel writer Cindy Stewart explores the natural beauty of the Galapagos Islands. Article by Cindy Stewart I’ve always had a bucket list of dream destinations — Alaska, Hawaii, the Caribbean, Italy. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to visit them all, plus many more spectacular places. But when the opportunity arose to travel to the Galapagos Islands for a yoga retreat, even though I wasn't sure I could place them on a map, I jumped at it. Flying first to South America, then to the middle...

Professional Services

A Different Kind of Game

A former pro-golfer uses the game to build business. Article by Todd Haight | Photography by Darrel Ellis Bob Krause might seem like a golf pro who never left the course — but he’s actually more than that. As Business Development Advisor for Trion Solutions, Krause has turned his passion for golf into a powerful tool for business development and relationship building. His story is not just about fairways and birdies — it’s a lesson in connection, trust and the simple magic of spending a few...

Auto + Marine

Welcome to Hoist House

Troy's playground for gearheads. Article by Todd Haight For some, a garage is just a place to park. For others, it’s a sanctuary – a space where the scent of motor oil and the click of a ratchet mark time in their own rhythm. At Hoist House (hoist-house.com) in Troy, that rhythm plays out every day as hobbyists, weekend warriors and seasoned gearheads come together to restore and rebuild their dream machines. More than just a workshop, Hoist House is a community – a shared space where people...

Health + Wellness

Wellness Wonderland

Troy’s Club Studio is a one-stop-shop for health and workout. Article by Linda Ditch Stepping through the doors of Club Studio is like entering a wellness wonderland. The new Troy gym and fitness club (clubstudiofitness.com) has a sleek, modern look and brings a unique concept to the market by offering top-of-the-line amenities and wellness services — all in one location.  “We are in a category of our own,” says Allie Ruben, Club Studio coordinator. “I really view Club Studio as your one-stop...

Shopping

All About Dad

Pamper the men in your life this month by giving them the gift of an experience. Article by Cindy Stewart Stumblebum Beer Co | stumblebumbeer.com  A neighborhood spot for your favorite beer aficionado: Troy’s Stumblebum Beer Co., masterminded by veteran brewer Eli Green, artfully blends relaxed ambiance with expertly crafted beers and complementary charcuterie. Drawing from a decade of craft-brewing mastery (at home and in-house), Green's passion shines in every pour. Elevate dad’s experience...