Michigan Living

How a Lowell woman transformed her life hiking Appalachian Trail alone

2012-02-10T13:08:17Z

Her adventures include lightning strike and a handgun.

Obama changes birth control rule for religious groups

2012-02-10T17:40:13Z

The revamped rule requires insurers to pay for contraception, rather than employers.

Little River Casino Resort: What a bargain at $59 a night!

2012-02-10T16:26:12Z

Enjoy a stay at Little River Casino & Resort. Gonzo did!

Obama plans to change birth control rule, sources say

2012-02-10T14:54:56Z

A decision reportedly could be announced today.

Ashley's and Jolly Pumpkin recognized in annual Ratebeer awards

2012-02-10T13:43:06Z

Ashley's in Ann Arbor was listed as a 'best beer restaurant' in the annual Ratebeer awards. Ratebeer, a consumer-driven beer rating site, has released the list of winners in its annual Ratebeer awards, and Michigan beers, brewers and restaurants......

February is Heart Health Month - involve the kids, and show your heart some love

2012-02-10T11:00:00Z

Seven years ago this month, I was diagnosed as having arterial fibulation. I experienced irregular heartbeats on several occasions before the diagnosis, but didn't really know what was happening. My first thought was, "I'm not even 40 years old." As......

Ann Arbor food and drink calendar

2012-02-09T19:22:18Z

Photo by Flickr user AntaresIV. Today Chocolate Truffle Workshop. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ann Arbor Cooks, 5060 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor. Join us for a decadent and indulgent evening of trufflemaking. There will be plenty to eat and plenty to take home.......

Valentine's Day tips for straight men, from 'Go-to-Gay' author Wade Rouse

2012-02-09T18:08:01Z

There's a reason so many women have gay best friends, Rouse says.

Ann Arbor's Cara Rosaen from Real Time Farms featured in TEDx Manhattan event

2012-02-09T18:00:00Z

Real Time Farms is a crowd-sourced online food guide based in Ann Arbor and the theme of the TEDx event was "Changing the Way We Eat."...

Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries are easy to make, loved by all

2012-02-09T15:29:10Z

If you’re looking for a special treat that's easy to make and appreciated by all, look no further than Chocolate-Dipped Strawberries. Peggy Lampman | Contributor The new dinnerFeed web site is a lean, mean fighting machine! Love is expansive,......

Meijer adds 49 new Michigan products to its store shelves as part of its Made in Michigan initiative

2012-02-09T13:03:29Z

Well this just makes my mouth water – blueberry butter, gourmet seasonings, cherry raspberry preserves, organic honey mustard. Oh, I could go on – well for about 45 more products. Products like marinara sauce, and gluten free baking mixes. What...

National Bagels and Lox Day - schmear and celebrate

2012-02-09T13:00:00Z

Mary Bilyeu | ContributorI grew up in New York City, so bagels were — of course! — an essential part of my diet. Bagels, thin-crust pizza perfectly suited to folding, black-and-white cookies, matzah ball soup ... these are just a......

Chocolate covered strawberries: The easy Valentine's Day gift, fellas

2012-02-08T17:28:16Z

Tune in to the "Going Gonzo" show weekdays at 1 p.m. on WJRW-AM (1340) in Grand Rapids.

Pizza Party: Chicken, asparagus, portabellas covered in Korean BBQ sauce

2012-02-08T17:00:00Z

Want to try something different, something unique? Try making a pizza from scratch, covered in chicken, asparagus, fresh mozzarella cheese and fresh mushrooms drizzled in Korean BBQ sauce.

Try these foods to keep your heart healthy

2012-02-08T14:25:20Z

Mary Niester, RD, MPH February is Heart Health month — a perfect time to take stock of what you're doing to keep your heart healthy. Are you eating foods that can keep your blood pressure and cholesterol levels in......

Try these foods to keep your heart healthy

2012-02-08T14:25:20Z

Majority of Catholics say birth control should be covered by health insurance plans, survey finds (poll)

2012-02-08T13:31:22Z

Most say churches should be exempt, but not other religious organizations.

Orange, date and almond salad a perfect recipe for the Jewish holiday of Tu B'Shevat

2012-02-08T13:00:00Z

Mary Bilyeu | Contributor Tu B'Shevat [TOO bay shuh-VAHT] — the Jewish New Year of the Trees — began at sundown last night and continues through today. It is traditional to celebrate the holiday by having a tree planted......

Strawberry pot de creme for Valentine's Day

2012-02-08T10:31:03Z

Say 'I love you" on Valentine's Day with this easy and quick recipe for Strawberry Mousse. Jessica Webster | Ann Arbor.comMy parents have been married for 41 years, and are possibly the most compatible couple I have ever known.......

Avocados are good for more than just guacamole

2012-02-07T18:18:14Z

Guacamole is just one of the ways to enjoy avocados.Jessica Webster | AnnArbor.com The weeks surrounding the Super Bowl are among my favorites. It's not because I care tremendously about the outcome of the football game. No, I love the......

In praise of winter vegetables and winter farmers markets

2012-02-07T14:00:00Z

Green Things Farm: winter carrots, turnips and kale Kim Bayer | Contributor So we know that Michigan hit the Top 10 nationally in winter farm markets at the end of 2011. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development......