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More and more people, are eating local—and the local food movement doesn't get much closer to home than your own backyard. While planting and growing a garden that produces fresh food isn't as easy as picking up vegetables at the nearest farmer's market, local experts...
When it comes to home design, stick with what you love, regardless of whether it's in or out. But if you're redesigning—or updating—a room or two and looking for ideas, trends are a good place to start. Bob Swift, owner of DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen, offers insight...
As co-owner of DeGraaf Interiors—a family-owned West Michigan business specializing in floor coverings—Deb DeGraaf knows plenty about flooring and surfaces. Starting in the business while in college, she first helped her father with filing and paperwork, then quickly...
"I've known I was trans since I was 5 years old," said Ellie Webster, vice president of the Grand Rapids Pride Center, an organization that empowers the city's LGBTQ community through social and support groups, education, and advocacy. After more than two decades...
It's so easy to just put your stuff in your closet and move on. Or is it? One of the best things about getting ready is being able to easily see what you have—and build your outfit. No matter what size or style closet you have, there are some simple steps to...
You've navigated downtown Grand Rapids juggling a walking taco, wedge of baklava and Boba smoothie. You've marveled at the scores of West Michiganders who have flocked to the city to join in the festivities (and secretly wondered where they all came from). You've...
Missy Black, freelance writer extraordinaire, has been writing for West Michigan Woman from its very beginning. Missy dreamt of being a writer as a young girl; today, her byline is a stamp on various publications within the West Michigan community. You've pored over...
Renee Tabben's financial services career goes back 20 years, beginning as an advisor with her own practice. She believes everyone—regardless of assets or experience—deserve honest, straightforward financial wellness advice. A year after she joined Merrill Lynch, Bank...
Lisa Young, Serendipity Media marketing director, has been adding her own touch to her ranch-style redbrick home in Rockford since she and her husband, Cliffton, purchased it 10 years ago. "Little projects are my thing," Lisa said. "I also like to save some money....