Sports + Recreation

Happy Trails

Daniel Cooke’s adventure company is forging an outdoor identity in the Motor City. Article by Susan Thwing When Daniel Cooke left his high-powered position as a senior associate at Honigman to launch an outdoor adventure company in Metro Detroit, the reactions from colleagues were mixed — but mostly incredulous. “I got a lot [of looks] when I left Honigman,” he says, laughing. “But my decision came from advice from my mom: Never quit something when it's going poorly. Pivot when you're in a...

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...

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...

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...

Food + Beverage

Homegrown

Detroit City Distillery celebrates a decade of spirits, stories and strong community roots. Article by Susan Thwing | Photography by Ryan Klosowski Tucked in the heart of Eastern Market, Detroit City Distillery (DCD) has been raising a glass to the Motor City’s resilience and spirit for 10 years. This year marked a major milestone for the distillery founded by eight friends who decided to bring an old-world craft into a new era — one batch, one bottle, one bold idea at a time. DCD...

Shopping

Flourish

Style takes root at Troy’s Vines. Photography by Simran Bajwa Valencia Younan has always been infatuated with how people express themselves through their clothing. “This infatuation grew my love for fashion,” she says. As a senior in high school, she launched her career in the fashion industry when she was hired as a sales associate by a local clothing store, Vines Boutique (@vinestheboutique). “I loved working at a small business because it fostered more personal relationships with the...

Finance + Legal Services

Beyond the Courtroom

Esse Tuke is a trailblazer in family law — and empowering women. Article by Susan Thwing | Photography by Simran Bajwa Esse Tuke, the founder and principal attorney of the Tuke Firm, PLLC (thetukefirm.com) in Troy, is a powerhouse in the legal world, balancing a thriving family-law practice with a passion for women’s empowerment, wellness and community engagement.  With more than two decades of experience, Tuke has built a reputation as a tenacious advocate, skilled negotiator and...