Military Veteran & Spouse Business Resources
By E. Malik An estimated 71% of military veterans are reported to being underemployed, and as a result, seek an inclination towards entrepreneurship. Below is a compiled list of exclusively established resources to help veterans navigate these services effectively for their
Veteran Owned – Sleeping Bear Motorsports
By Amanda Renkiewicz Are you ready to ride? Sleeping Bear Motorsports in Interlochen has exactly what you need to escape the indoors and break free for an adventure. This family-friendly business offers everything to help turn your spark of desire into
John Wemlinger probes question in new book: “The Widow And The Warrior”
Vigilante Justice Or Just Justice? By Mike Kent Northern Michigan author John Wemlinger has published his fourth book called The Widow and the Warrior. Don’t expect John Wemlinger to serve you up a feast. He’s not creating a buffet for you to
Freedom Hill Coffee Roasters
By Amanda Renkiewicz The healing powers of a hot cup of coffee are impossible to praise properly. For the countless people who begin their morning with a steaming mug of this nectar of the gods, coffee represents a rejuvenation of mind
Transitioning to Civilian Life – Part 4
Finding Assistance to Ease the Struggle According to the latest statistics in the U.S census, more than 18.4 million veterans have served sweat and blood to the U.S Army. As much as we vocally honor and appreciate their selfless services, there
Week in the News – January 15, 2021
Recaps By Rachael Sherman - Featured Photo from Wikimedia Commons Navy Cross Four days passed between the sinking of the Indianapolis and the Navy learning this information. Mere days prior to the end of World War II, the ship sank in only
Benefits of Starting a Business as a Veteran
By E. Malik All of us have heard the phrase “The American Dream” at some point in life. Many have hoped to live it as well. For many people, the American dream is to be a business owner and be their
Horizon Books – A Final Chapter
So Much More Than A Bookstore By Karen Rieser - Photos by Chris Rieser For fifty-nine years, Traverse City has had a love affair with Horizon Books. It has been our go-to emporium for excellent and thought-provoking literature, periodicals, cards, puzzles, games,
Jerry Stutzman’s Path from the U.S. Navy to Photography
By J.J. Griffin If there was a specific year to begin a coming of age tale, 1963 would be that year. As an 18-year-old in Akron, Ohio Jerry entered into young adulthood at a tumultuous time in US History. As the
CrossFit Due North – Building Strong Bodies in a Strong Community
By Bethany Priest Many gyms sit empty, their owners’ paychecks coming from unused memberships. This is not the case at CrossFit Due North, a gym in Traverse City. The members do more than build muscle, they build relationships. Gym co-owner Brad Giglio