The rise of Frankenmuth’s Greta Van Fleet
it was hard to miss Michigan’s influence on the music industry at the 61st Grammy Awards. There was a tribute to late, great Aretha Franklin, and a Motown retrospective. Plus, an evening highlight was the an anticipatory celebration of Diana Ross’ 75th birthday. However, you might have missed one of the state’s latest musical triumphs. It wasn’t part of the live television broadcast, but a local
Abraham Lincoln’s visit to Kalamazoo
“With malice toward none, with charity for all, with firmness in the right as God gives us to see the right, let us strive on to finish the work we are in, to bind up the nation's wounds, to care for him who shall have borne the battle and for his widow and his orphan, to do all which may achieve and cherish a just and
12 things to do in Michigan in February 2019
We're finally seeing some relief from the polar vortex so it's time shake off that cabin fever and have some fun. Check out our favorite things to do in Michigan in February 2019. Feb 2,9,16,23 Snowshoes, Vines & Wines – Suttons Bay As long as there is snow on the ground, Black Star Farms invites you to snowshoe on its splendid estate each Saturday through March 16. Hit
Kresge celebrates 10 Years of honoring Detroit artists
Artists and patrons gathered in the Jack White Theater at Detroit's Masonic Temple yesterday to celebrate those talented souls who have been honored by the Kresge Foundation as Eminent Artists over the past ten years. There are few honors more prestigious among the city's creative community than being recognized by the Kresge Art in Detroit program. Kresge Eminent Artists Honorees Since 2008, Kresge Arts in Detroit
Waymo to open self-driving car facility in Metro Detroit
Whether we’re psychologically ready for it or not, the next phase of automotive mobility will come in the form of self-driving vehicles. From Ford’s commitment to its new Corktown campus to GM’s $100 million plan to roll out self-driving Chevy Volts, to the American Center for Mobility at Willow Run, it’s clear that Michigan is poised to lead in the newest vehicle revolution. Now comes an
Carhartt launches new line in collaboration with Hurley
For a hundred and thirty years, Dearborn-based Carhartt has been making apparel for hardworking people and the great outdoors. Yet, despite being based in a state surrounded by lakes, the clothing has really been geared toward landlubbers, until now, that is. Surf City meets the Motor City, as Carhartt partners with Hurley, a surf lifestyle brand based in California. The family-owned businesses are joining forces to