September is here, and I’m not sure how I feel about that. It seems like it was just spring, and somehow I didn’t find enough time over the summer to do everything I had hoped. We stayed busy, hosting a golf outing in June, celebrating several birthdays in July, and enjoying a family weekend getaway in August. I’m grateful for every one of those special moments spent with the people I love most.
Now that September has arrived, kids are back in school, evenings and nights are cooler, allowing us to turn off the AC, and we can look forward to college football, tailgate parties and one of my family’s favorite traditions: homemade chili. As soon as I catch that first hint of autumn in the air, I’m inspired to make a pot using an old recipe that’s been passed down through my dad’s side of the family.
Speaking of football, don’t miss Gary Fisher’s fascinating look at some of the greatest football teams in Genesee County history. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or simply enjoy local sports history, it’s a story worth reading.
This issue also features our new Culinary Landmarks special section, celebrating some of Genesee County’s most iconic and enduring locally owned restaurants. I’ve had the pleasure of dining at many of them, and after learning more about the others while putting this section together, I’ve added several more to my must-visit list. If your family enjoys dining out as much as mine does, I think you’ll discover a few new favorites, too.
Our EATS feature spotlights Sagano Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse in Fenton, where brothers Hans Namo and Ronnie Namo purchased the Fenton location, along with two other restaurants, last December. Their passion for hospitality and commitment to thoughtful improvements make this an inspiring story of family, vision and fresh beginnings.
One of the oldest restaurants in Genesee County, the Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille, recently welcomed new ownership. To learn more about the man leading this historic landmark into its next chapter, be sure to read My City’s 7 Questions with Steven Taubitz.
Music lovers won’t want to miss Mark Spezia’s feature on The Headless. Through his interviews with the four local musicians, readers get an inside look at the personalities, creativity and camaraderie that define the band.
As always, our talented columnists offer thoughtful perspectives on a variety of timely topics that will inform, inspire and perhaps even challenge the way you think.
Thank you for spending part of your month with My City Magazine. I hope you enjoy this issue and find a few new places to explore, stories to share and reasons to celebrate all that makes Genesee County such a wonderful place to call home.
Sharon Stone
Editor-in-Chief
