January 2008

Snow Days

Snow Days

An essay about Ken Marten's love of snow and particularly snow days when he was a child. Full article...

Feral Pigs Are Running Wild in Northern Michigan

Feral Pigs Are Running Wild in Northern Michigan

Feral pigs, a hybrid escaped domestic hogs and wild boars, are multiplying and running wild in the woods of Northern Michigan. Full article...

The New Homesteaders

The New Homesteaders

Stories of three families in the Huron Mountains who chose to buck convention, consumerism and convenience for a different, simpler life - unplugged, empowered and closer to the earth. Full article...

Brewie File: Tom Buchanan

Brewie File: Tom Buchanan

Interview with microbrewer Tom Buchanan from Jamesport Brewing Company in Ludington. Full article...

The Healing House In Leelanau County

The Healing House In Leelanau County

Color, simplicity and healing mark Molly Phinny's new Leelanau County home, just outside of Traverse City. Full article...

Resources For: A Kitchen For Cooks

Resources For: A Kitchen For Cooks

The list of professionals who worked on a sleek and functional kitchen, including the designer, contractor and lighting, appliances and paint suppliers. Full article...

Breaking House Rules in Traverse City

Breaking House Rules in Traverse City

A Long Lake house designed by Traverse City architect Ken Richmond incorporates Arts & Crafts, cottage and contemporary. The home manages to be creative and styled while melting into the trees. Full article...

Jam Session: Houghton's Paul Smith and Cowboy Jack Clement

Jam Session: Houghton's Paul Smith and Cowboy Jack Clement

Paul Smith jams in the studio with legendary producer Cowboy Jack Clement. Full article...

The New Green Kitchen

The New Green Kitchen

Products for the new green, eco-friendly kitchen. Full article...

Recipe: Milk and Honey Bath

Recipe: Milk and Honey Bath

Recipe for a Milk and Honey Bath. Full article...

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