Encore Magazine | Southwest Michigan's Magazine

March Is Here!

For the winter weary, there are no three better words. And Encore is celebrating the arrival of this long-awaited start of Spring with an issue packed with refreshing stories and images. This month we look at Kalamazoo's growing resale shopping scene, the across-denominational bonds created by the Northside Ministerial Alliance, Galesburg Meat Co., author Michael Loyd Gray and much more!

Faithful Allies

For 38 years, the Northside Ministerial Alliance has 'broken down barriers' of race and denomination to promote community.

Not Famous Yet

Despite having four novels and a Pushcart Prize nomination to his credit, writer Michael Loyd Gray keeps a low profile.

I Made That Bacon

Butcher Mark Christian is proud of using traditional techniques and animals from local farms in his "phenomenal" meat products.

The Youngest Grievers

Journeys program helps teens, kids and families cope with losing a loved one.

Secondhand News

Is it because we are 'green' or thrifty that resale stores are on the rise in Southwest Michigan?

Also in this issue…

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Ancient Stories Made New

Jean Stevens Offers Glimpses of Nature

Inspired Leader Brings Lamb of God to Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo Growlers Are Hoping to Be A Hit With Fans

Hoekstra’s Hardware Sees Boon from Downtown Development

Balloonist Ron Center’s Isn’t Coming Down Soon

Past Issues

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Encore connects readers with stories of the good things, good works, great people and great places of Southwest Michigan. Through exceptional writing, art and photography, Encore explores the landscape, arts, people, culture, heritage and perspectives unique to our corner of Michigan.

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