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Chef Phil Gorny returns home to elevate Gaylord’s dining scene
GAYLORD — Phil Gorny, a chef who began his career at age 14, has returned to Northern Michigan to unveil a new menu at Michaywé Tavern Inn The Woods featuring unique comfort food options. Before moving back home, Gorny honed his skills as an executive chef at a...
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Great Lakes Now, Ski Slopes and Saunas
A Lake Superior skiing destination for powderhounds, a look at how the centuries-old practice of sauna is picking up steam in the Great Lakes, and more news from around the region with The Catch. The Best Skiing in the Midwest?. They call themselves powderhounds. After major snow storms, you will...
Up North Voice
Community, giving, and holiday cheer!
Welcome December! To those of you who came out to our Thanksgiving meal, we hope you enjoyed it and had a nice time sharing with friends and other community members. It is so nice to see neighbors enjoying an event together. We would like to give a huge THANK YOU...
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This Michigan Roadside Diner Serves Up Nostalgia With Every Plate
Tucked away in Atlanta, Michigan, Susan’s Roadside Diner has been dishing out comfort and classic American fare since its doors first swung open. This charming spot captures everything people love about the golden age of diners, from hearty homemade breakfasts to friendly faces that greet you like family. Whether...
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He's revived old cinemas in Grayling, Alpena, Big Rapids. Now it's Chicago's turn
The theater has been in his family since 1915, founded by his great grandfather. That was after a long career with many twists and turns — working for the State Department, running political campaigns in New York, and teaching at universities. "Well, I wasn't good at any of those...
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Downtown Alpena New Year's Eve Celebration Rings in 2026
Downtown Alpena New Year's Eve Celebration Rings in 2026. From a successful inaugural event, join the community in ringing in 2026 at the second-annual Downtown Alpena New Year's Eve Celebration. The main festivities begin at 8 p.m. in the parking lot behind Mango's. Attendees can dance the night away to...
Petoskey News Review
Santa parade, artisan market anchor Gaylord holiday events on Dec. 13
GAYLORD — The city has embraced an Alpine theme since the 1960s and this year's Christmas events will lean even further into that identity with a celebration inspired by its sister city Pontresina, Switzerland. All of the Christmas events are scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 13 in the downtown. "We are partnering with the Gaylord Area Council for the Arts to host a Christmas market in the Pavilion from 1 p.m. until 7 p.m.," said Lisa Marie Tobin, executive director of the Downtown Development Authority. "You will be able to engage with local artists and really find that one-of-a-kind gift." Also at the market will be food and beverage options from local restaurants and taverns. Snowbelt Brewery is bringing in a specialty beer and adult cider. Visitors will find "everything from handcrafted pottery to paintings to ornaments," noted Tobin. The Santa parade starts at 5 p.m. down Main Street. "Santa will be coming in on the 1942 fire truck that is in the process of being restored," said Tobin. "Santa and Mayor Todd Sharrard will preside over the ceremony to light the Christmas tree at the corner of Court Avenue and Main Street. The mayor will also make sure to give
The Flint Journal
New Year’s Eve ‘sunrise’ celebration in Northern Michigan adds fireworks
ALPENA, MI – This sunrise-side town in Northern Michigan will ring in 2026 with a special midnight “sunrise” on New Year’s Eve, following by a fireworks display. Alpena’s downtown event will forgo the traditional ball drop concept and instead raise a lit sphere to mark the beginning of the new year.
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How Surfers Scored Shockingly Perfect Great Lakes Waves
Surfing on the Great Lakes has long been considered a highly unpredictable pursuit, often characterized by choppy windswell and frigid conditions. It is a dependent on forces outside a surfer's control, driven by the intense, localized power of freshwater storms rather than ocean groundswell. Recently an active late-autumn storm pattern unleashed a rare swell, gifting a handful of surfers with shockingly perfect, glassy, peeling waves that looked more like a cold-water peak in Tofino or Margaret River than freshwater in the Midwest.
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‘Christmas Eve at the Snowflake Falls Diner’ premieres at The Old Theater on Dec. 6
Step into the 1928 ambience of The Old Theater (TOT) with the beautiful dome, and immerse yourself in the magic of a live holiday play with a touch of Up North humor. Written and directed by West Michigan playwright, Brent Alles, “Christmas Eve at the Snowflake Falls Diner” features main character, Crystal Novak, who is a weary, but winsome, waitress at the Snowflake Falls Diner, Motel and Truck Stop near Gaylord, Michigan.
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Jill Scott, John Legend, and Earth Wind and Fire to Headline Atlanta’s First HBCU Awarefest
Next spring, Atlanta is gearing up for something bigger than a concert and more meaningful than a fundraiser. Imagine State Farm Arena filled with thousands of fans as legendary performers take the stage not only to bring great music, but also to help spark real change. That is the energy behind the very first HBCU Awarefest.
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Where Record Snowfall Fuels a Snowmobiler’s Dream
This past winter, Gaylord, Michigan earned its reputation as the Snowmobile Capital of the North in unforgettable fashion. The Alpine Village was blanketed by a record-breaking 204 inches of snow, setting the stage for one of the most spectacular sledding seasons ever. Situated 1,348 feet above sea level, Gaylord’s elevation and prime location in Michigan’s snowbelt means abundant snowfall year after year, but last season’s totals took it to a new level.
Petoskey News Review
Gaylord's Veterans Day ceremony honors those who responded to the call to serve
GAYLORD — At a time when divisions seem to define the nation, Veterans Day remains a unifying event that has the power to bring everyone together. Despite a cold blustery wind, many gathered under the pavilion in downtown Gaylord on Tuesday, Nov. 11 to celebrate the veterans who served their country at a ceremony presented by the Ralph Holewinski VFW Post 1518. Veterans and observers participated in the event, which included the Pledge of Allegiance, a history of Veterans Day, the performance of "The Star-Spangled Banner" and "God Bless America" by singers from the Gaylord Middle School Chorus, VFW Tribute presentations, a rifle salute and the playing of Taps. "Veterans Day is a celebration of service," said U.S. Rep. Jack Bergman (R., MI), who recalled how his father was drafted at the age of 33 to serve in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He addressed members of the Gaylord Middle School Chorus and encouraged them to "answer the call of service." Tuesday's keynote speaker was U.S. Army veteran Michael Wickson, who received his draft notice in 1970. "The veteran is the one who would give his life to save our lives, to preserve our way of life and
Stuart Winchester
Podcast #216: Treetops General Manager Barry Owens
Barry Owens, General Manager of Treetops, Michigan. Pass affiliations: Indy Pass, Indy+ Pass – 2 days. Closest neighboring ski areas: Otsego (:07), Boyne Mountain (:34), Hanson Hills (:39), Shanty Creek (:51), The Highlands (:58), Nub’s Nob (1:00)
Up North Voice
Hillman launches ‘Buck Pole’ for opening day
HILLMAN – The Hillman Area Chamber of Commerce invites all hunters and outdoor enthusiasts to take part in the 2025 Buck Pole Contest — one day only, with no entry fee!. The event takes place on November 15th at Patchwood Plaza, located at 14797 State Street South, Hillman, MI 49746. The Buck Pole will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with 50/50 raffle tickets available and the drawing at 7 p.m. (you do not have to be present to win). Food will also be available throughout the day, making it a great time for the whole community.