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
Photos courtesy of Genesee County Historical Society
Photos courtesy of Genesee County Historical Society
At Whaley Children’s Center in Flint, meeting the needs of children who have experienced abuse and neglect takes more than professional care; it takes a community. One of the most meaningful ways local businesses, congregations, and community groups can step into that mission is through the Center’s year-round Giving Tree Program.
In spite of April showers, spring, and the promise of warmer months ahead, fuels this edition of My Style. After a long Michigan winter, the urge to break hibernation and head outdoors is real. Whether you gravitate toward a well-manicured formal garden or the overflowing bounty of edible and cutting beds, your garden, like your home, should bring you joy. Choosing what you love makes it a place you want to linger, whether that means puttering with pruners, reconnecting with nature, or gathering with family and friends.
Some dogs come into a shelter and find their forever homes quickly. Others wait… and wait… and wait some more.
What if the choices you make at your next meal could add not just years to your life, but life to your years? It might sound simple, but the truth is that what you eat profoundly affects how gracefully and how fully you age. As we age, our bodies don’t operate the same way they did at 20 or 30.
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
It takes a creative mind to look out over the empty lots on which several General Motors plants once stood and think, “I could see
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.
Photos courtesy of Genesee County Historical Society
Some dogs come into a shelter and find their forever homes quickly. Others wait… and wait… and wait some more.
In spite of April showers, spring, and the promise of warmer months ahead, fuels this edition of My Style. After a long Michigan winter, the urge to break hibernation and head outdoors is real. Whether you gravitate toward a well-manicured formal garden or the overflowing bounty of edible and cutting beds, your garden, like your home, should bring you joy. Choosing what you love makes it a place you want to linger, whether that means puttering with pruners, reconnecting with nature, or gathering with family and friends.
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.
At Whaley Children’s Center in Flint, meeting the needs of children who have experienced abuse and neglect takes more than professional care; it takes a community. One of the most meaningful ways local businesses, congregations, and community groups can step into that mission is through the Center’s year-round Giving Tree Program.
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.
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