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Tasha Blackmon was born to teenaged parents, who worked hard to provide for their family and stressed the importance of education. The churchgoing family was always involved in their community. Tasha's mother, a philanthropist by nature, has a career as an afterschool...
Kate Lummen's cosmetology career took a unique turn several years ago, when she and her husband, Jason, decided to turn a hobby into a successful Westside business. Known as "The Boss Lady" of People's Cider Company, Kate has found the perfect balance of still being...
When it comes to adding extra value to an outdoor space, homeowners increasingly look to quality decking and fencing to capture that "unplug and unwind" vacation feeling, right at home. "A well-built fence that works in harmony with the home and yard not only adds...
When spending time with friends and family in your outdoor space is a high priority, the entertainment factor is HUGE. Consider some seriously cool options, such as sinks, islands and outdoor refrigerators—even pizza ovens. Depending on where in your yard you'd like...
With sunnier skies in the horizon, adding color and greenery to your outdoor spaces may be highlighted on your to-do list. But where to start? Katey Romence, Romence Gardens & Greenhouses co-owner, offers some tips to really make your yard pop. Start by...
If you're in the market for a swimming pool or hot tub, there's plenty to consider before taking the literal plunge. Yet upping your backyard game with a pool or spa doesn't have to be hard. Based on your goals, consider whether you'll need to hire a pool contractor,...
Next up in our Women of Influence series is Katie Moser! You may have read about Katie in the February/March West Michigan Woman cover article or seen her at the February Wine Down event, where she dished on everything social. West Michigan Woman sat down with Katie...
Carolyn Stich isn't shy about her love for West Michigan. In fact, she calls it "the biggest secret of the U.S." Read on to learn what inspires Stich—winner of the 2019 Tulip Time Festival Poster Competition—and how she uses her own experiences and art to give back to...
Next up in our Women of Influence series is Hannah Meloche! You may have read about Hannah in the February/March West Michigan Woman cover article or seen her at the February Wine Down event, where she dished on everything social. West Michigan Woman sat down with...
Next up in our Women of Influence series is Kherington McFarland! You may have read about Kherington in the February/March West Michigan Woman cover article or seen her at the February Wine Down event, where she dished on everything social. West Michigan Woman sat...