Not feeling well enough to hit my usual Saturday hot spot, Handsome Stranger came over to my place for a guitar lesson. Since no illness in existence is a good enough reason to excuse myself from our weekly ritual of scholarly discussions over suds, Stranger insisted on bringing alcohol with him. He arrived around nine … Continue reading Stranger’s brew

Local Michigan resident designs, manufactures, high fashion By Benjamin J. Gohs, Editor If the name Vera Wang gets your shop lust in an uproar, then you won't want to miss the newest clothing line co-created by one of Wang's former designers and her partner—a local woman with strong ties to the Boyne area. Molly Kircher, … Continue reading New York, Paris … and Walloon?

Kirtland Products LLC has been accused of missing certain filing dates and polluting the air—perhaps the only good news for the wood pellet manufacturer last week is the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s (MDEQ) claim that Kirtland’s emissions overages are not likely hazardous. According to the Charlevoix County Circuit Court filing by Boyne City’s Attorney … Continue reading Late and Smelly?

By Benjamin J. Gohs, Editor It's been called the world's best St. Patrick's Day party and it's only a brief flight from Charlevoix. The Shamrock Pub will once again host its annual games and entertainment, and Donnegal Danny's Pub will also be hosting Celtic music and Stoney Acres restaurant will be featuring traditional Irish dishes … Continue reading Massive St. Pat’s celebration on Beaver Island

By Benjamin J. Gohs, Editor While some women in their 60s are slowing down, one Boyne City native is only speeding up. You won’t find Mary Hawley knitting socks from a rocking chair on a warm summer day because she’s too busy setting land speed records. “It doesn’t really feel like you’re going that fast,” … Continue reading Silver hair and a lead foot