by Claire Chapin | Dec 16, 2025 | Food & Drink
Since at least 2012, breweries have been deeply intertwined with West Michigan’s culture. That was the year Grand Rapids was voted by readers as Beer City, USA, and it only spurred dozens more craft breweries to open across the region. While some spots sadly didn’t...
by Claire Chapin | Dec 9, 2025 | Wellness
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes an abundance of folks hitting the road and taking to the skies to create memories and visit loved ones—120 million Americans, to be exact. Unfortunately, this time of year is also when crowded spaces such as...
by Claire Chapin | Dec 9, 2025 | Travel
As December 31 approaches, downtown Ludington comes alive in a way that only winter in a small lakeshore town can. The streets, usually quiet this time of year, fill with lights, laughter, and the energy of people coming together for the annual New Year’s Eve Ball...
by Claire Chapin | Dec 2, 2025 | Cityscene
With December’s arrival, you can’t help but feel the spirit of the holidays taking over in full force. As you make plans for memories with loved ones and check items off your shopping list this year, keep these local holiday-centric events top of mind! Christkindl...
by Claire Chapin | Dec 2, 2025 | Wellness
The end of the year is a natural time to pause, reflect, and reset. For many women, it’s also the perfect time to take stock of their health. We often prioritize family, work, and community; it’s easy to put our own well-being on the back burner. Yet, midlife is a...