Expressing love for your favorite people with chocolate, flowers, and/or jewelry for Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to keep your money local and Buy Nearby. Bright red roses, boxes of chocolate, and beautiful new jewelry can be purchased at…
Tucked between Lake Michigan and Lake Charlevoix, Charlevoix, Michigan, is a picturesque town that captures the essence of northern beauty and small-town charm. Beyond its stunning waterfront views and historic architecture, Charlevoix boasts a local shopping scene that invites visitors…
Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan, Pentwater, Michigan, is a charming coastal town that beckons visitors with its pristine beaches, scenic landscapes, and a delightful array of local shops. Steeped in maritime history and small-town charm, Pentwater offers a…
From developing specialty tools to harvesting luscious pieces of raw honeycomb, and carefully wrapping beehives for cross-country trips, Hilbert’s Honey Co. is on the cutting edge of modern beekeeping. The company has been known among loyal locals for the unique…
Jordan Ritter from Hilbert's Honey Co., located in Traverse City, joins MLive's Eric Hultgren on the MI Best Podcast discussing the growth of their bee population and honey farm since beginning in 1887. It's been a lot of baby steps…
Meauwataka General Store in Wexford County also wins $250 in annual photo contest by the Michigan Retailers Association Bill Bednarick’s trip to the Meauwataka General Store in Cadillac during Buy Nearby Weekend won him a $250 gift card from the…
MLive's Eric Hutlgren chats with Bill Golden, co-president of Golden Shoes in Traverse City. This family-owned, third generation business treats customers like family - and it starts with a simple "Hello." Golden is Vice Chair of the MRA Board of…
MLive host, Eric Hultgren, sits with Kathy Morin, Executive Director of the Cadillac Area Visitors Bureau and talks about the fun you can find in Cadillac this summer. With a newly-established social district and a new band performing each week,…
Hear from Deidre Weller, owner of thistle, a women's boutique in downtown Charlevoix, as she reminisces on how her long-time dream quickly became a reality as she passed an empty storefront. For more stories like this, visit www.buynearbymi.com/news.
Located in downtown Charlevoix, thistle wants to make every woman feel beautiful no matter what they are wearing. Deidre Weller's Vision Deidre Weller’s love for fashion took a backseat as she worked as a public accountant and then in healthcare…