by Claire Chapin | May 26, 2026 | Food & Drink
As vibrant spring vegetables and early summer fruits find their way into the sun, it’s the perfect time for farmers market season to begin in earnest. Produce is never better than when it’s in-season, and at farmers markets, just about everything is. That’s not to...
by Claire Chapin | May 26, 2026 | Travel
You don’t need a long trip to feel like you’ve truly gotten away. Just 90 minutes North of Grand Rapids, Ludington offers the kind of summer escape that feels easy, familiar, and exactly what you and your family have been craving. It starts with the drive; quick...
by Claire Chapin | May 26, 2026 | Spotlight Collection
You may have heard the recent news about PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) being renamed to PMOS (Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome), an updated term that health professionals say better encompasses the condition. A WELCOMED CHANGE According to Nisha McKenzie,...
by Claire Chapin | May 26, 2026 | Spotlight Collection
Chances are, you or someone you know has been faced with infertility. It’s unfortunately not uncommon, with the World Health Organization reporting that about one in six people are affected by this medical condition. And for as common as it is, many carry the weight...
by Claire Chapin | May 26, 2026 | Financial
How to gift a down payment the smart way. WHY HOME BUYING MAY FEEL HARDER FOR YOUR CHILDREN OR GRANDCHILDREN THAN IT WAS FOR YOU If you feel like your kids are working hard and still finding it increasingly difficult to buy a home, you are not alone. We have many...
by Maggie Mutch | May 26, 2026 | Wellness
Working out isn’t always some people’s idea of “fun.” For some, working out alone at home or at the gym can feel isolating, whether it’s lack of a routine, accountability, consistency, motivation, confidence, or otherwise. However, for some, working out in a group...
by Maggie Mutch | May 26, 2026 | Style & Beauty
Has your favorite big brand discontinued your favorite product? Are other products hard to get your hands on? Or do you simply want to purchase a quality product while shopping small? Enter: local skin and body care! Come along as we explore three local brands you...
by Maggie Mutch | May 26, 2026 | Travel
Ahh, vacation. Whether you’re planning for months from now or have a spur-of-the-moment urge to get away this weekend, we have some destination ideas for you that will make you feel like you’ve traveled far away, yet they’re all right here in The Mitten! Adventure...
by Maggie Mutch | May 26, 2026 | Wellness
What on the surface may appear as simply an enjoyable game is truly so much more when it comes to keeping your mind sharp as you age. A cultural tradition dating back centuries, Mahjong is a Chinese tile-based game blending together skill, strategy, and luck. And more...
by Maggie Mutch | May 26, 2026 | Wellness
GLP-1 medications, often popularized in media as simply a celebrity weight loss tactic, are so much more than that. For many, they offer relief from various symptoms and conditions, bringing very real benefits to women as they age. And now, you may have seen the...
