Lighthouse Bluff called
When the Noordyk family of Fremont came across a five-story modernist home perched above the Lake Michigan shoreline near Fennville, they didn’t just see a summer house—they saw potential.
Women’s fashion: what’s trending
If your type of spring cleaning includes a wardrobe refresh, read on to discover four fashion trends that will have you dopamine dressing your way into sunnier weather and sunnier dispositions.
Back in action!
The City of Grand Rapids, in partnership with Priority Health and Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., is hosting its tenth annual summer series of free outdoor fitness classes.
Sowing the seeds of success
Like proud parents sharing pictures of their new babies, customers at Flowerland, West Michigan’s 75-year-old purveyor of plants, sometimes bring in snapshots showcasing the plants that garden supply buyer Kathy Rohm has helped them nurture.
Recreation Reimagined!
Each year, we endure the unrelenting chill of winter–waiting, albeit not always patiently, for the unparalleled bliss of a West Michigan summer.
Moments with a capital ‘M’
Jason Novotny is Vice President of Design at TowerPinkster, one of Grand Rapids’ titans of design. Recently, TowerPinkster merged with Comprehensive Engineering, a local firm specializing in mechanical, structural, and civil engineering.
Interior Designing Women
As nature turns a new leaf, many of us feel the pull to refresh the spaces we live in.
Fishbeck celebrates recognition, season of growth
Fishbeck, a leading engineering and consulting firm, is earning widespread recognition this year amid a remarkable period of growth.
A look inside the Friant Stone Chateau
Lumber baron Thomas Friant made a statement when he built the Stone Chateau on the corner of Cherry St. and Union Ave. in 1892....
Stretch Your Boundaries!
Nothing feels as good as a long stretch. We’ve all been there with tight muscles.
Let’s Thrift Again!
Thrifting has become a major trend, especially among Gen Z, who are drawn to the hunt for one-of-a-kind items—whether it’s a retro jacket, funky patterns, or anything that feels special and not mass-produced.
Your own private noraebang!
It’s that time of year again. You want to see friends and do something fun, but it seems like you’ve done everything there is to do in West Michigan already this winter.
Walking it like they talk it
We recently came across an intriguing new apparel line featuring QR codes that share the wearer’s unique story. Curious to learn more, we reached out to Alaina Janish, one of the brand’s creators.
Woosah! Moving to the Trees
Late last year, the outdoor space next to Woosah, Outside Coffee Co., closed its doors after six and a half years of serving the community.
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....
Redefining Primary Care
In the realm of healthcare, patient satisfaction is often dictated by how well a doctor can juggle an overwhelming number of cases, insurance claims, and administrative hurdles.
Cheating Winter
Rediscover a timeless hot spot without ever stepping into the cold
A Luxurious Ada Staycation
My husband and I met at a hotel. One that we both worked in, in NYC. We have stories we could tell, boy, it’s an exciting ride. We helped provide excellent service to celebrities and tourists and everyone in between.
Custom Threads: Buying a New Suit!
There comes a time in every young man’s life when he needs a nice-looking suit.
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.
NEWSLETTERS
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2026 ISSUE
