Too darn hot?

Even though it doesn't officially arrive until June 21, it's feeling a bit like Summer already.

Reduce, reuse, recycle

Tackle wishful recycling with donations.

Double threat

A year ago, Michigan was deep in the grip of a surge in COVID-19 cases. Hospitals were full of patients — and with vaccines in their early phases, there wasn’t much to do but stay masked and wait.

Spring break getaway

It’s not too late to plan an amazing vacation.

Summer seasonings

Fresh herbs are a great addition to your summer meals — and can be grown in your backyard.

Bee friendly

Turn your landscaping into a bee haven.

Sounds of joy

Lori Layne always threw her extra change into the buckets of the Salvation Army bell-ringers each holiday season, so when she saw a call for the organization last year, she jumped at the opportunity.
collaborative divorce illustration

Keeping it civil

Collaborative divorce puts children’s well-being first.

Cider making

Create your own cider this season.

Sun-grown cannabis; the way nature intended

Since the "Marihuana Tax Act of 1937" the cultivation of cannabis, a centuries-old herbal remedy, has been relegated to back rooms and basements, forced to thrive under grow lights in hush- hush locations.

Spring cleaning

Professional organizers share their tips for decluttering.

Making moves

Thanks to the current health crisis, more people seem to be evaluating their careers and doing a lot of introspection right now.

Rx: Prevention

Boost your immune system to prevent illnesses.

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.

Winter fitness

How to work out from your living room.

Planning for a renovation

With spring around the corner, you might be contemplating your own renovation project.

Perk up your home with indoor plants

Plants can provide the perfect pick-me-up.

Meet the Griffins’ new Rinkmaster

There is something special about the Grand Rapids Griffins, and it would make many hockey coaches eager to jump at an opportunity behind the team’s bench.

Declutter, categorize and contain

These tips will turn your pantry into a functional space for the whole family.

Midwest United Football Club selects training partner

A Black-owned training center is partnering with a national soccer club. 

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