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What You Can Do to Support Our Veterans

What You Can Do to Support Our Veterans

Those who risk their lives to serve our country deserve to be taken care of. Though many organizations do incredible work to support our nation's veterans, unfortunately, we know this isn't always the case and more could always be done. We sat down with Brandi...

The Importance of Fixing Your Family Pet

The Importance of Fixing Your Family Pet

Many of us can easily remember Bob Barker closing out every episode of "The Price is Right" with his iconic saying: "This is Bob Barker reminding you to help control the pet population—have your pets spayed or neutered." Barker's message is one that C-SNIP, a...

Spooky Snacks for Adults!

Spooky Snacks for Adults!

Though the classic dirt cups are a childhood staple and are still a seriously delicious party option, you may be looking for some more grown up options for your adults-only Halloween gathering this year. Fear not! We've got all the creepy cocktails and frightening...

Why You Should Pay Attention to and Respect Personal Pronouns

Why You Should Pay Attention to and Respect Personal Pronouns

In personal life and in the workplace, you may have noticed the increasingly common conversation surrounding personal pronouns. However, you may still not understand what exactly it all means and why personal pronouns are so important. Keep reading to learn why using...

Addressing Food Insecurity in a Sustainable and Dignified Way

Addressing Food Insecurity in a Sustainable and Dignified Way

When conditions that create food deserts exist, residents defer to convenience foods and takeout, which are generally unhealthy choices. The Fresh Market by United Methodist Community House (UMCH) has a unique approach to getting fresh, locally grown produce and...

6 Self-Love Practices I Wish I Had Adopted Sooner

6 Self-Love Practices I Wish I Had Adopted Sooner

I can't recall when I first learned about self-love. I'm sure it was in the last five years or so—nowadays it seems like everyone is familiar with the term. I do believe, however, that the concept of self-love had been waiting for me to discover it for a while. I...

New Partnership Aims to Make a Difference for Marginalized Communities

New Partnership Aims to Make a Difference for Marginalized Communities

According to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, an average of 24 people per minute are victims of rape, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner in the United States—more than 12 million women and men over the course of a single year. This horrific...

Downtown Holland Fall Fest Returns!

Downtown Holland Fall Fest Returns!

After being cancelled in 2020 due to the pandemic, Downtown Holland's annual Fall Fest is back and better than ever. Taking place October 8 – 9, 2021, this two-day event has expanded offerings ideal for any fan of fall—from professional pumpkin carving and children's...

21st Annual Hope on the Hill Gala: Making the Impossible Possible

21st Annual Hope on the Hill Gala: Making the Impossible Possible

Van Andel Institute invites you to join us for the 21st annual Hope on the Hill Gala — Mission: Made Possible and jump into action against Parkinson's, cancer and more of the most elusive diseases threatening human health today. It is an especially exciting year for...