The Famous Vernor’s Mural
In 1932, General Signs workers John Gonsowski and Keith Martin painted a three-story mural to advertise Vernor’s Ginger Ale on the building across from the
One of the myths found in economics textbooks and perpetuated by some economists is that the Federal Reserve (Fed) is politically independent, which prevents excessive inflation. One of the arguments supporting Fed independence is that members of the Board of Governors, the Fed’s decision-making body, serve 14-year terms. Thus, a President will be well into a second term before appointing a majority of them.
It’s October … the month of ghosts and goblins, vampires and werewolves. On Halloween night, we are bound to see terrors of all types walking around neighborhoods from door to door on a quest to fill buckets and bags with candy and treats. There are spooky costumes galore, but most can not live up to the reputation of the classics. A few monsters are considered horror royalty and one, bigger than the rest, is Frankenstein’s monster.
My last partner and I had a terrific system for traveling. It worked flawlessly – I was the planner, the scheduler, the chooser. I found hotels, restaurants and experiences, booked everything, kept track of the plans and made sure we had access to all of the “must-dos” for every location. A must-see pop-up store in this city, the Michelin-starred restaurant in that place, the museums at the top of the lists and the off-the-beaten-track places that I deep-dove to discover. His job? Finding all the places … like, geographically. Looking at maps, surveying different routes, identifying best transportation options, metro lines to take and connect; all things direction was his domain.
I have two kids, ages eight and nine. Let’s say that they are tiny little desperados (1) who, no matter how many times they get sent to their room as punishment for a particular “crime”, never learn their lesson.
Ever go somewhere on vacation and wonder how the locals are not in a constant state of giddiness about their surroundings? That recently happened to me and I was here at home, in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula! I was on a boat tour of Pictured Rocks in Munising. The deckhands were more interested in chatting and looking at their phones than taking in the incredible view. I wondered, “Could they actually be bored with this?”
If you have a chronic illness being treated by prescription medications, you probably already know your options for medications are sometimes limited – and how expensive they can be. This is especially true if you take biologic medications, which are specialized medicines created from living sources. But did you know you may have other treatment options, known as biosimilars, which are also approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)?
In 1932, General Signs workers John Gonsowski and Keith Martin painted a three-story mural to advertise Vernor’s Ginger Ale on the building across from the
My City Magazine is excited to present various historical series that will capture both the whole and the details of eras past. These features will
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After thousands of nominations and ballots cast, we’re proud to present this year’s City’s Choice Awards winners—your favorite local eateries, standout professionals and community favorites across more than 100 categories.
The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation is celebrating a century of giving for good in its hometown of Flint and in communities around the world. The Foundation entered 2026 with a new 10-year strategic plan and a continued commitment to promoting a just, equitable and sustainable society.
“If you can lean, you can clean!” I heard the not-so-soothing voice of my Burger King manager, Todd, below.
There is no doubt in my mind that this has been a long, cold winter. We’ve all felt it. We’ve all complained. I like to stay active throughout the year, and I love being outside soaking up the fresh air and vitamin D that Michigan offers. For the past few years, my husband and I have taken early morning walks in our neighborhood with our dog. Using my fitness app, we measured that walking the entire neighborhood equals 3.1 miles. That’s perfect when the weather is great—but not so much when the roads are snow-covered and the cold wind stings your face.
I know it really doesn’t mean much in the long run, but I’m glad February is a short calendar month. It follows January, which can feel dreadfully long and cold with its 31 days here in Mid-Michigan. Now that our kids are grown and we’re no longer following our travel hockey-playing sons to winter tournaments across the Midwest and Canada, my husband and I have taken the opportunity to travel south during the coldest weeks of the year when we can. I mentioned in my January column that we started the year with a Caribbean cruise alongside some of our closest friends. We even squeezed in a few nights in our favorite beach town, New Smyrna Beach, Florida. It was the perfect getaway, and we all returned home with more cherished memories.
As Michigan’s only “Art and Design Opportunity College,” designated by the Carnegie Classifications, the College for Creative Studies (CCS) is redefining the meaning of hands-on learning.
Get ready, car fans — the 11th Annual Chrome & Ice Winter Indoor Car Show is back for 2026, and this time the theme is “For the Love of Cars!” A celebration of automotive passion, the show promises incredible rides, surprising displays, and plenty of excitement for enthusiasts of every generation.
Whiskey Glasses Saloon is a country-inspired lakeside saloon on Lake Ponemah built around good food, great drinks, and a welcoming, high-energy atmosphere. It’s a place where guests can come by boat or car, enjoy a meal, listen to music, and feel comfortable staying awhile — whether they’re stopping in for a quick drink or spending the evening with friends. It opened in November 2024.
For the team behind Scratch BBQ & Catering, great barbecue didn’t start with a business plan—it started with a love of the grill and a happy accident.