Doting dots
Spruce up your wardrobe with this classic pattern.
Cat Footwear offers staycation Fort Challenge
With Labor Day right around the corner, families looking for one last summer hurrah can find it in a new Cat Footwear Fort Challenge that offers six blueprints for making forts at home.
Center Yourself at From the Heart’s New Location
Center your heart and add a yoga or tai chi practice into your life. Behnje Masson and Rick Powell, spouses and co-owners of From the Heart Yoga and Tai Chi Center, not only share a passion for these practices, but also a love for fostering the community’s wellbeing and health.
The canna biz
Marijuana was once taboo, an illicit drug that still has millions of people behind bars.
Lockdown inspires healthy life choices among Michiganders
According to a study by Rehabs.com, over half of Michiganders (54%) say lockdown has inspired them to make healthier lifestyle choices, such as quitting smoking, exercising more and drinking less alcohol.
Workouts in the sun
There are plenty of opportunities to get fit outdoors this summer.
Study ranks Michigan 4th best state for family mental health
A new study compared all 50 states for their friendliness to family well-being and ranked Michigan in fourth place.
Managing back-to-school stress
This fall, kids might experience increased stress due to COVID-19.
John Ball Zoo opening in late March
The public will be able to view different reptiles, primates and amphibians at John Ball Zoo starting March 27.
Grand Rapids Gold partners with community organizations
The Grand Rapids Gold is launching its NBA Cares Season of Giving for the holidays.
A sprouting fad?
Healthier alternatives to plant-based burgers.
Report: Grand Rapids has 20th most homes selling above asking price
More than half of the homes sold in Grand Rapids were purchased above the asking price this year, according to a recent report.
Muskegon museum plans virtual hand-quilting workshop
The Lakeshore Museum Center in Muskegon is providing residents with hand-quilting supplies and a virtual workshop.
A resource for those out on the lakeshore
When LGBTQ lakeshore residents and visitors want to find resources and community, a community center on Holland’s south side serves as home base.
Hospital systems hosting drug take-back sites
Two local hospital systems are holding separate drug take-back events to encourage the community to dispose of unwanted medications.
Aquinas College Athlete & Trainer Featured in Gatorade Video
When Aquinas College athlete Dayle Woods went into cardiac arrest on Sept. 9, 2013, athletic trainer Kevin Parker sprung into action.
CDC classifies Kent County as ‘substantial’ risk
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention raised the risk level of COVID-19 infection from moderate to substantial for Kent County.
Kent County Animal Shelter offers tips to help pets cope with fireworks
The Kent County Animal Shelter is advising pet owners to take precautions in the days leading up to the Fourth of July, as fireworks may disrupt the behavior of animals.
Study: Michigan ranks third-best state to visit this fall
Michigan placed third in a new list ranking 2020’s best and worst states to visit this fall.
Fifth Third River Bank Run Offers Top 10 Tips for Winter Training
Ever since she volunteered in 1987, the Fifth Third River Bank Run has become a part of Lauralee Mathieu’s identity. Now working as the operations director for the run, Mathieu manages all the operational aspects, such as planning the event and course layout and overseeing the setup, safety, and security for the race.