Windows GR art pieces to be displayed in GRPM
The Grand Rapids Public Museum has a new exhibit, Windows GR, that features three large-scale art pieces created by local artists of color.
YMCA Wellness Director Shares Tips for Keeping Fitness Resolutions
While it’s just halfway through January, you may already be struggling to keep your resolutions for 2018. Teri Burgess-Brown, senior health and wellness director for the Mary Free Bed YMCA, said only 8 percent of people stick with their fitness resolutions. But don’t be discouraged. There are some things you can do to increase your odds of creating a lasting lifestyle change in 2018.
Perrin Brewing to host ‘Bend and Brew’ at the pub
Perrin Brewing Company is inviting the public to come enjoy yoga and beer at its pub during two events this fall.
Breast Cancer Survivor Helps Develop Thermal Bra
The summer after undergoing a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery, Jodie Faber went for a swim in the East Bay in Traverse City. She said after climbing out of the water she was freezing and could not warm up. She also noticed her breasts had turned a concerning shade of bright red.
Survey shows 27% of Michigan residents experienced low self-esteem during pandemic
Results from a March survey by AdCare Treatment Centers show that 27% of Michiganders have suffered from low self-esteem during the pandemic.
Bullying behaviors
As kids return to the classroom, help them face bullying.
Porcupine finds new home at Blandford Nature Center
Blandford Nature Center now has a new baby North American porcupine named Quillber in its midst.
Soak, meditate and crash your way to better health
Alternative therapies are helping to relieve stress and live in the moment.
Turn the page
Some ironic news hit in March when Amazon announced it was ending its endeavor to open brick-and-mortar bookstores — the very establishments it hoped would wipe out bookstores’ endangered-species status.
The Snowy Season Doesn’t Stop the November Project from Heading Outdoors
Exercising outdoors year-round at 6:01 a.m. through wind, rain and snow might sound like torture to some, but there is a dedicated bunch of people in Grand Rapids that do it every Wednesday morning. They call themselves the November Project.
Cannabis company in growth mode
A veteran-owned cannabis company opened a processing facility near Rockford and has further expansion plans in the area.
Work/life’s pandemic disruption
Jessica Roberts, a counselor with Brave Grand Rapids, has been giving therapy sessions since 2018. That’s put her in a unique position — with about half her professional experience coming before COVID-19’s American outbreak, and about half of it after.
In The Image celebrates 25th year of S.H.O.E.S. program with giveaway
A local nonprofit is marking 25 years of operating its S.H.O.E.S. program by giving away free back-to-school shoes for elementary students.
Adored Boutique Has More Heart than Your Average Boutique
Emily Smith had been in the nursing field for 19 years. In March of 2014, she began feeling restless in the healthcare industry. After a family trip to the Music Capital of the World, Nashville, Tennessee had Smith making a big decision—changing the tune of her whole life.
Summer style
Gina VanTimmeren shares what’s hot this summer.
Spring Into Smooth
Waxology is putting a fresh spin on the classic “wax on, wax off” mantra with the opening of its fourth location in West Michigan....
Local event producer adds two races to portfolio
A Grand Rapids-based endurance event producer expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of two Michigan gravel races.
Read ‘The Drinker’s Manifesto’
Worried about your kids’ drinking habits? You are not alone.A local grassroots movement has published a book to inspire young adults toward healthier alcohol...
Knapp’s Corner Standouts
When one thinks of Knapp’s Corner, the words “on the cutting edge of design” probably aren’t what comes to mind.
Good Dog GR opens after relocation
A dog day care, overnight boarding and grooming facility recently reopened after relocating to a new space.