February 2026
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Emily & Cindy Kahn – The Agency Hall & Hunter
Cindy Kahn boasts an extensive and noteworthy resume, marked by consistent success. Since 2011, she has repeatedly earned recognition as one of the Top 100 Agents by Hour Media.
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Jessica Dadas-Schulze – Duggan Bertsch, PLLC
Jessica Dadas-Schulze is an experienced attorney who has been practicing tax, business, and estate-planning law for over 16 years.
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‘Resurgo’: The New Detroit Documentary That’s a Love Letter to the City
I’ve written a lot of love letters to Detroit, even when it frustrates me. And if there are things that don’t frustrate you about Detroit, I’d argue that you may not be living anywhere near it. It’s a difficult place, even at its best. As in any fight with a loved one, however, I always […]
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Jacqueline Hamill, Pat Hardy, and Lisa Hardy Hamill – Harp’s Lingerie
Betty and Elouis Harp founded Harp’s Lingerie in 1947, never dreaming that 78 years later it would be co-owned by their great-granddaughter, Jacqueline Hamill, just 26 years old.
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Joumana Kayrouz – The Law Offices of Joumana Kayrouz
Joumana Kayrouz moves Detroit by making power answer to people — and by ensuring that visibility becomes a form of justice.
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12 Don’t-Miss Events in Metro Detroit in February
Theater The Mountaintop This play by Katori Hall reimagines iconic civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s last day of life, offering an unusually human portrayal of a larger-than-life historical figure. The production won the prestigious Olivier Award for best new play in 2010, making Hall the award’s first ever Black, female recipient. Feb. […]
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Wendy Bidwell, R.N. Jodie Eickhoff, NP- Beauty Fusion Aesthetics
Founders Wendy Bidwell, R.N., and Jodie Eickhoff, NP-BC, bring decades of combined experience in aesthetic medicine to Beauty Fusion Aesthetics, which has been enhancing clients’ natural beauty for nearly five years.
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Yvonne Gevargesian – Aloria Skincare & Laser Hair Removal
With over 26 years in the medical spa industry, Yvonne Gevargesian is a leading expert in permanent makeup and microblading.
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Dina Kassab, D.O. – Serenity Women’s Health
As a proud Chaldean American born and raised in metro Detroit, Dr. Dina Kassab is committed to uplifting her heritage and empowering her community.
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Jennifer Ross – Jennifer Ross Business Affairs
Following a decade of experience working with the top talent and advertising agencies in Los Angeles, Jennifer Ross expanded her legal and business affairs expertise to Detroit with the opening of JRBA in 2017.
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Dr. Christina Busuito – Somerset Plastic Surgery
Dr. Christina Busuito is a board-certified plastic surgeon at Somerset Plastic Surgery in Troy, known for pairing meticulous technique with a warm, patient-first philosophy.
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Lisa McInerney, CFP®, CRPC™ – Merrill Lynch
Lisa McInerney is a Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill in Bloomfield Hills, where she provides planning-based guidance to individuals, families, businesses, and multigenerational households.
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Stephanie Ubaydi – Perspire Sauna Studio
Stephanie Ubaydi is redefining modern wellness in metro Detroit as the franchise owner of three Perspire Sauna Studio locations in Rochester, Birmingham, and Novi.
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Dr. Mariam Awada – Michigan Cosmetic Surgery
Dr. Mariam Awada is a true Detroit powerhouse—embodying the city’s grit, grace, and relentless drive to uplift others.
Hour Detroit: February 2026 Digital Edition
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Meet Kristen Schuyten: Team USA Figure Skating’s Not-So-Secret Weapon
It’s not exactly a well-kept secret that an entire team lies behind every athlete who stands on an Olympic podium. Among the coaches, families, medical professionals, and others, physical therapists constitute a key part of that team. They provide medical expertise, hands-on help, and — not least — moral support. “[Physical therapy] is incredibly important,” […]
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7 Local Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
Clockwise from top left: Coco Orange Milk Chocolate Bar, $10, Nest, Detroit Bkind Flamingo Nail Polish, $15, Nest, Detroit Votivo Red Currant Candle, $35, Art Loft Midtown, Detroit Kelly + Jones Mezcal Roja Perfume Oil, $35, Nest Calypso Sun BlueGreen Sunglasses, $39, Art Loft Midtown Nat + Noor Ray Hoop Earrings, $24, City Bird, […]
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What Parents Should Know About Their Child’s Dental Health – Straight From a Pediatric Dentist
Golnick Pediatric & Adolescent Dentistry proactively treats infants, children and young adults to maintain a healthy smile and instill a positive attitude toward dental health.
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Fred’s Skate Sharpening: Honing Olympic Steel for 50 Years
They say it takes roughly 10,000 hours of practice before you can master something. If that’s true, then Fred Martin has mastered skate sharpening many times over, and he has the Olympic pedigree to back it up. A native of Detroit, Martin is a third-generation figure skater — his grandfather, who grew up skating on […]
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Hugh Pabarue, MD, DABVLM: A Clinical Focus on Vein Health
At Metro Vein Centers, Dr. Hugh Pabarue approaches vein care with a focus on diagnosis, treatment, and patient education rather than appearance alone.
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Coup D’état: The Detroit Boutique Receiving National Attention
“This is real. This is actually real.” That was Angela Wisniewski-Cobbina’s reaction after reading that The New York Times had named her Detroit-based boutique, Coup D’état, one of “The 50 Best Clothing Stores in America.” Then she burst into tears. “It’s such a laborious … [for] any brick-and-mortar shop retailer, doing this takes a lot […]
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30 Years of Hour Detroit: Looking Back on Our Olympian Features
Blades of Glory Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto, the first U.S. ice dancing team to win silver in Olympic history, graced the cover of our 10th anniversary issue in May 2006. The two held hands (and shrugged off romance rumors). Agosto was a Groves High alumnus; Canadian-born Belbin lived and trained in Canton. Following their big […]
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Editor’s Letter: AI is No Substitute for In-Person Experiences and Storytelling
After years of attending AI webinars and workshops, I finally went to one that made sense for Hour’s editors — because it was presented by journalists. One of the goals the team discussed was using AI to help take some of the less-creative work off our plates, so we could spend more time creating journalism […]
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Beyond the Bucket List: A Safari With Meaning
In 2026, travelers are going farther than ever—into Africa’s most iconic landscapes, paired with journeys designed to deliver unforgettable experiences at every stage.
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Dr. Mariam Awada, MD, FACS: A Top Plastic Surgeon in America Advancing Cosmetic Surgery for Women at Every Stage of Life
Recognized as one of America’s top plastic surgeons five years in a row, Dr. Mariam Awada, MD, FACS is nationally honored for breast augmentation, mommy makeovers, facelifts, and rhinoplasty.
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The Macomb Bridal Show
A curated luxury bridal showcase in Macomb County, open to engaged couples throughout Southeast Michigan seeking elevated vendors and unforgettable wedding experiences.
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Create Unforgettable Events at Great Lakes Culinary Center
Great Lakes Culinary Center offers Metro Detroit’s most dynamic event experience with an open kitchen, full-service bar, organic garden, and chef-driven menus that transform any celebration
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5 European Castles to Visit on Your Next Vacation
In the ninth century, the once-mighty Frankish empire of the Carolingian dynasty began to fracture, giving rise to a feudal system that reshaped Europe’s landscape. As power splintered, noble lords built the first castles — not just as homes but as symbols of dominance and fortified refuges. By the 12th century, these strongholds had evolved […]
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Brian and Eddie Holland: The Men Behind The Motown Sound
Although many songwriters, producers, arrangers, musicians, and performers helped to create the infectious Motown sound, none surpass the legendary songwriting team of Holland-Dozier-Holland (H-D-H). Between 1963 and 1967, the trio — with Brian Holland and Lamont Dozier composing and producing and Eddie Holland writing lyrics — created more than three dozen Top 10 Billboard Hot […]
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NPR’s Tonya Mosley on Growing Up in Detroit, Working with Terry Gross
While growing up on Detroit’s west side, Tonya Mosley was drawn to journalism by such luminaries as local TV news anchors Bill Bonds and Carmen Harlan and multi-hyphenate sportswriter Mitch Albom. “I wanted to be Mitch Albom more than anybody because he had his own radio show; he had a column in the newspaper; he […]
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ArtLazar Gallery: A Diverse Art Oasis Filled with Unique Pieces
“Nobody’s perfect,” says Arthur Lazaryan. “Even humans: They’re not perfect. Because we’re not robots. If you’re a robot — then, yeah, you’re perfect because you’re taught to do certain things.” Since 2023, Lazaryan has owned and operated ArtLazar Gallery in Walled Lake, which, like a latter-day cabinet of curiosities, is crammed full of paintings in […]
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Holland-Dozier-Holland: 27 Hits Written by the Motown Legends
The following are just some of Holland-Dozier-Holland’s famous Motown songs, including smash hits from The Supremes, The Four Tops, Martha and the Vandellas, and more. The Supremes “Where Did Our Love Go?” (1964) Holland-Dozier-Holland wrote 10 of The Supremes’ 12 No. 1 hits. The first No. 1 was “Where Did Our Love Go?” The track […]
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The Wedding Shoppe Experience
An elevated bridal experience where expert stylists, over 1,000 exquisite gowns, and private suites create the perfect backdrop for finding your forever dress.
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Get Ready Michigan, a New Home Show Is Coming to Oakland County
Homeowners across Metro Detroit are invited to attend the Oakland County Home Show, a must-visit event for anyone planning home improvement projects this year.
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The Way It Was: 1972 and Erma Henderson
Erma Henderson, one of the most influential and respected politicians in Detroit history, was a trailblazing advocate for civil rights and women’s rights even before 1972, when she became the first Black woman elected to the Detroit Common Council. For 12 of her 16 years on the council, she served as president before leaving her […]
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Maurielle Lue Opens Up About Struggling with Anxiety and Depression
Emmy Award-winning reporter Maurielle Lue looks like the picture of confidence. Her long locks are coiffed, her makeup is perfect, and her laugh is boisterous. Whether she’s co-hosting Good Day Detroit or The Noon on FOX 2, it’s clear she’s well prepared and confident in front of a TV camera. But what you can’t see […]
