Tucked away on the west side of the Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport in Portage is one of Michigan’s treasures, a mecca for aviation enthusiasts young and old and an affiliate of the Smithsonian, the Kalamazoo Air Zoo. Opened in its current location in 1979, the Air Zoo has its roots [...]

Monks. God bless those silent bald dudes and their love for perfecting beer. If it wasn’t for their die hard dedication to ale then we would still be drinking watered down garbage. It was the monks who first introduced the hop plant to the brewing process and took the time [...]

For anyone who was unaware, while undertaking most of this project, I’ve been located out in Seattle. I have come to adore this city, but as I read more and more Michigan literature I become sick for home. I am excited to announce I am returning to my home state [...]

Ahhhh. It’s that time of year again. Classes are ending. Birds are chirping. The sun is (occasionally) shining and spring is truly in the air. Here’s hoping we’ve seen the last of the snow! Now, if you’re anything like me—a born and bred Awesome Mittener–as soon as we hit that [...]

I’ll be honest- In my life thus far, I haven’t exactly been BFFs with being active. In fact, in high school (and beyond), I was the poster child for the 28-minute mile. Thankfully, with time and the right support, I’ve come to appreciate the personal growth that can be achieved [...]