Allison Jarrell

3 weeks ago | mynorth.com | Carly Simpson |Allison Jarrell |Cara McDonald |Allison Acosta

The Fight to Protect Michigan’s Porcupine MountainsA volunteer-led campaign, Protect the Porkies, reminds us that the Porcupine Mountains and Lake Superior don’t belong to any one town or county. “They belong to all of us, and they …Meet Survivor Star Kyle Ostwald: A Midwestern Tale of ResilienceMichigan native Kyle Ostwald might not have won Season 47 of “Survivor,” but his unwavering dedication to his family resonated with viewers across the country.

Nov 11, 2024 | mynorth.com | Allison Jarrell

There’s something about a warm bowl of ramen on a brisk winter night that transcends the ordinary. The steam rising from the rich, umami broth is enough to thaw even the coldest souls. Every Thursday, the folks at Rare Bird Brewpub offer their take on Japanese shio (salt) ramen, and it’s a soup season delight. “It starts with simmering local chicken backs, garlic, onion, ginger, kombu (kelp) and green onions for hours and hours,” says co-owner and brewmaster Tina Schuett.

Nov 6, 2024 | mynorth.com | Allison Jarrell |Carly Simpson

Relax in a sauna, ski at night, visit a snow-capped lighthouse—get outside and play! Here are some of our favorite winter activities in the Traverse City area. This article was featured in Vacation! Northern Michigan. Want more insider tips, road trips and the low-down on the best beaches and dining Up North? Get your copy.

Oct 21, 2024 | mynorth.com | Allison Jarrell

Sunlight dances through towering deciduous trees, highlighting Linda Alice Dewey’s ivory hair as she moves through the Glen Arbor Cemetery. Her eyes, a striking Lake Michigan blue, shimmer with emotion. As we walk, Linda’s strides are confident yet aware; she makes not a single misstep as she weaves between the markers that dot this forested plot. Her love for this place—for the people buried here—is palpable. Above, warblers trill around a wild perimeter that once grew free.

Sep 25, 2024 | mynorth.com | Allison Jarrell |Carly Simpson

Planning a fall color tour? Here are six iconic spots we dream of visiting again and again and again. This is a MyNorth.com exclusive. Want more? View our print subscription and digital subscription options. M-26, Keweenaw Peninsula When it comes to scenic views, this state highway rivals its more well-known cousins M-22 and M-119.