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2 weeks ago | northernexpress.com | Abby McKiernan |Matt Dursum |Art Bukowski |Rachel Pasche

Stuff We Love April 26, 2025 Northern Michigan’s trails are a point of pride for residents. Last week, the state of Michigan recognized what we’ve long known: that these trails are some of the best in the state.

2 weeks ago | northernexpress.com | Jamie Kauffold |Abby McKiernan |Matt Dursum |Art Bukowski

By Jamie Kauffold | April 26, 2025 Knocking off relatives and romance are on Monty Navarro’s mind when he finds out he’s only eighth in line for an earldom in the prominent D’Ysquith family. See what happens in his darkly comedic journey through Edwardian England in A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, the upcoming musical at Old Town Playhouse, TC, April 25 – May 10. Tickets range from $20-$33. For performance times and more info visit oldtownplayhouse.com/tickets.

2 weeks ago | northernexpress.com | Geri Dietze |Abby McKiernan |Matt Dursum |Art Bukowski

Authentic Mexican cuisine, direct from Michoacán By Geri Dietze | April 26, 2025 Cadillac already has a wealth of Mexican restaurants, so how does one succeed in what appears to be a saturated market? It’s all about authenticity and family heritage, according to Dusty Rodriguez, manager of Cadillac’s El Maguey and member of the family who owns the eatery. “The food sets us apart,” she says.

2 weeks ago | northernexpress.com | Craig Manning |Abby McKiernan |Matt Dursum |Art Bukowski

Bottoms Up By Craig Manning | April 26, 2025 The trend these days seems to be toward lighter and more sessionable beers—especially in the IPA space, and especially in the spring and summertime. While easy-drinking beers certainly have their place, though, we still love a big, boozy IPA, and Mixed Feelings, a brand-new beer from Rare Bird Brewpub, absolutely fits the bill.

2 weeks ago | northernexpress.com | Karen Mulvahill |Abby McKiernan |Matt Dursum |Art Bukowski

Guest Opinion By Karen Mulvahill | April 26, 2025 Variety is the spice of life, right? So, what’s all this fuss about diversity? According to City University New York: “The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect for the full range of human characteristics…” Could someone please explain to me why that isn’t a value you’d expect of a just society? In our profit-oriented world, just being good humans is never motive enough.