Creative couple
Even without live events, the Hays have kept busy amid the pandemic.
‘Puberty Lady’ releases online course to help parents
A new online course prepared by registered nurse and certified sexuality educator Wendy Sellers is available for parents with children entering puberty.
A podcast for Beer City, USA
The Michigan Brewers Guild launched a podcast, “Michigan’s Great Beer State Podcast” for the state’s beer enthusiasts.
Wise Men Distillery donates proceeds from cornhole tourney to disabled vets
Wise Men Distillery in Kentwood announced it made an $800 contribution to the Disabled American Veterans Charity.
Fifth annual Mayor’s Greening Initiative to plant 500 trees
The Mayor’s Greening Initiative marks its fifth anniversary this year, and to celebrate it will plant 500 trees in the neighborhood around Garfield Park, located off Burton Street SE.
Downtown hotel opens at Studio Park
The long-awaited Canopy by Hilton hotel at Studio Park is ready to welcome guests to downtown Grand Rapids.
Ford museum to host virtual Sept. 11 tribute
The West Michigan Community Day of Remembrance and Scout Salute committee will once again hold its annual event honoring those killed in the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
On two wheels
Your guide to a bike-friendly weekend in Grand Rapids.
DIY? Or DIY Don’t!
Determining whether to take on a fixer-upper.
Postcard campaign aims to boost Grand Rapids tourism
Grand Rapids residents can send free, personalized postcards in the mail through Experience Grand Rapids’ website until Oct. 31.
Local nonprofit calls all trail explorers for hiking challenge
The West Michigan Trails & Greenways Coalition is inviting residents to sign up for a trail hiking challenge with rewards and prizes attached.
Time to downsize?
Empty nesters are ready to seize their retirement years.
Buyer letters and discrimination
Why you shouldn't write a personal letter to sellers
Making the move
When is it time to ditch your starter home?
Michigan ranks fourth most affordable state to live, study says
In a recent study by ReFiGuide.org examining how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the housing market, Michigan was ranked the fourth most affordable state to buy a home in this year.
Advice for first-time homebuyers
If you are in the market for your first home, these tips will help.
Seller’s market continues
The pandemic and recession are not likely to put a damper on home prices.
Robinette’s maze honors former owners
Robinette’s Apple Haus & Winery will reveal the design of its 2020 maze that honors late owners Jim and Bethel Robinette when it opens on Sept. 1.
Redeveloped Ideal Park features universally accessible playground, improved parking
The city of Wyoming announced the grand reopening of Ideal Park.
Blandford Nature Center founder Mary Jane Dockeray dies at 93
Blandford Nature Center founder and longtime environmental educator Dr. Mary Jane Dockeray died Tuesday. She was 93.
