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Tina Freese Decker wasn't always a West Michigan woman. She was an Iowa girl, born and raised in Des Moines to parents who influenced her world. She watched her father, a small-business owner, innovate and persevere. She saw his respect and care for those who worked...
Admit it: You've done it. You're standing in your home, looking at a blank wall or shelf, knowing there must be something you could do to make your space feel fresh and inviting. Whether you're decking the halls or looking to add year-round flair, let these tips and...
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., November 14, 2018—The 6th annual Wine & Wig event—a fundraiser for four local breast cancer charities—raised $30,000 this year. The premier party of Breast Cancer Awareness Month once again joined forces with Komen Michigan, the American...
When most people think of someone with a competitive spirit, they may not always assume they also have a softer, more caring side. Jaime Counterman, newly announced Director of Ele's Place Grand Rapids, defies that logic. West Michigan native Jaime Counterman has...
October/November 2018
McShane & Bowie PLC named Michelle H. Anthes among three managing partners, responsible for its day-to-day direction. Michelle, who's practiced law for 21 years—12 at McShane & Bowie—is the first woman promoted to the role in the firm's 66-year history and one...
Like the saffron spice derived from the crocus, Cindy Kikkert-Penning is a rarity in more ways than one. The flower is one of many favorites Cindy grows in her garden, for years the envy of her Spring Lake neighborhood. "Who needs to go to any other flower festival,...
"Home is not a style: It's a feeling. It should tell our story and connect to us on an emotional level. To me, creating a home means surrounding yourself with spaces that make you feel happy and comfortable." Autumn Fuchs, Fuchsia Design owner, finds color a huge...
Fueled by her passion for safer workplaces, roadways and communities, Andrea Owens created HourGlass Testing Solutions—a business offering same-day, onsite-collection, and management of workplace drug and alcohol testing programs. West Michigan Woman sat down with...