The canna biz
Marijuana was once taboo, an illicit drug that still has millions of people behind bars.
GRCC to offer new sewing program
Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) is partnering with a local woman-owned manufacturing business to launch a new certification program.
New Salon Focuses on Community Building
Although it still seems hard to believe, warmer weather will soon be here – meaning now is the perfect time to start thinking about a fresh new hairstyle for spring. Fuller Hair & Nail Salon, a new full-service salon in Grand Rapids’ Creston neighborhood, is now open and ready to help you look and feel great.
KAI Cannabis opens Muskegon dispensary
A cannabis company opened its second Michigan location in Muskegon over the weekend.
Survey: Nearly 2 in 3 Michiganders believe vaccine passports should be issued
Despite the federal government not mandating COVID-19 passports, 63% of Michigan citizens believe some sort of passport should be given to those who have received the COVID-19 vaccine, according to a study by MyBioSource.com.
Off to a running start
Women hoping to complete a half marathon, 10k or 5k as part of their New Year’s resolution will have some additional resources at their disposal thanks, in part, to people like Sammie Bennett.
Kendall College launches design academy for GRPS students
Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University will be offering Grand Rapids Public Schools students a new education program called Design Academy this fall at Southwest Middle/High School, 801 Oakland Ave. SW, Grand Rapids.
Take a Road Trip to Lost & Found Vintage in Royal Oak
My favorite part of October is my birthday. Every year, on Oct. 13, I take myself out for vintage shopping and quality “me time.” It’s the perfect day to reflect on the past year and to embrace growing older while doing something I love.
Wolverine, Metallica nonprofit partner on boots for a cause
A local footwear brand is partnering with Metallica’s nonprofit to roll out two pairs of limited-edition boots, with all proceeds going to educate skilled trades students.
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High-tech ‘smart fitness studio’ is smart choice for West Michigan
If you think The Exercise Coach is just another garden-variety workout facility, think again.
Staying Close To Nature with Nestology
Newcomer on the scene, Nestology Shop + Studio, is in bloom and ready to show GR how deep its roots go in terms of community, creativity and attention to the planet.
Shannon Cohen products available at Meijer
A recent partnership between Meijer and Shannon Cohen Inc. means shoppers at 230 Meijer stores can add inspiration to their weekly shopping haul.Cohen’s Tough...
Holland Museum launches fundraiser to restore red caboose
The Holland Museum organized a GoFundMe page to restore the Pere Marquette Red Caboose, which is at the Padnos Transportation Center train station, 171 Lincoln Ave., Holland.
Grand Rapids to host fencing tournament
The Grand Rapids Advanced Fencing Academy will host a tournament with multiple divisions in March.
Downtown Holland offers children’s coloring contest
In place of its traditional Santa Claus visits, canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Downtown Holland is providing a coloring contest for area kids this year.
Strike a Smile with Laughter Yoga
You don’t need a yoga mat, fancy yoga clothes or even to be physically fit. You only need to be ready to take yourself less seriously, says Angela Essick Dykes, who will be leading several free Laughter Yoga sessions at Gilda’s Club in Grand Rapids and Lowell as part of LaughFest 2018.
Health care heroes: frontline medicine
It was mid-November when David Burkard, an emergency medical resident with Spectrum Health, woke up in his one-bedroom apartment with a fever and muscle aches.
Twitter data: Michigan residents prefer real Christmas trees this year
Data collected from Twitter by forevermoments.com revealed that Michiganders are opting for real rather than artificial Christmas trees this year.
Muskegon Museum of Art showcases Native American art exhibitions
The Muskegon Museum of Art is featuring three contemporary art exhibitions by Native American artists.
Health care heroes: Through the looking glass
For Robert Guikema, the stakes never felt heavier due to the constant potential exposure to COVID-19 he faced at work every day as a respiratory therapist for Metro Health.