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Celebrating AAPI Culture in West Michigan

Celebrating AAPI Culture in West Michigan

Asian and Pacific Islander Americans have a rich and vibrant history and have made significant cultural and economic contributions to our state and nation.With rising hate crimes and targeting of Asian Americans happening around the country, now is an especially...

Sunny Day Sips

Sunny Day Sips

As we head into the unofficial start of summer, many are looking for ways to get away and enjoy the stellar weather. But if taking a trip isn't on your itinerary, simply finding a moment of Zen amongst the noise is still possible. West Michigan Woman caught up with...

Advancing and Growing Employer Solutions

Advancing and Growing Employer Solutions

Priority Health has shared that Megan Schmidt—who has served as vice president of sales and client services for Priority Health for the last four years and has been with the company in a variety of leadership roles since 2005—has been promoted to the position of...

Cubi Market: Revolutionizing Local

Cubi Market: Revolutionizing Local

You may have noticed the bright blue containers situated on Wealthy and Fuller in Grand Rapids and on 17th Street in Holland. Did you realize they're your key to simplified shopping while supporting local businesses, restaurants, farms and more? The containers belong...

39 Years of Excellence

39 Years of Excellence

For almost four decades, Design 1 Salon Spa has been a modern and trusted staple in West Michigan, offering its guests high quality services in a truly relaxing and trendy atmosphere. With five locations surrounding Grand Rapids and Portage, Design 1 is always...

Vaccines and Pregnancy: What to Know

Vaccines and Pregnancy: What to Know

There's undoubtedly been lots of talk surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine in recent months, especially as it relates to pregnancy. Recently, Dr. Mike Tsimis, a board-certified maternal-fetal medicine physician with Spectrum Health, shared current knowledge on the topic,...

Bask in the Gardens of Heritage Hill

Bask in the Gardens of Heritage Hill

Picture this: It's a warm summer day. The breeze is blowing. You're surrounded by towering trellises of climbing vines, meticulously designed and well-cared for flower beds in all colors, historic architecture and more. Sounds like a dream, right? Lucky for us, that...

Achieve Balance of Mind, Body and Spirit at Spa Grand Traverse

Achieve Balance of Mind, Body and Spirit at Spa Grand Traverse

Aristotle once said that humans, by nature, are social animals. So, when public health concerns dictated a need to distance ourselves from each other, it was easy to feel lonely and isolated. What better time than now to practice self-care? Defined as anything you do...

The Safe Return of Live Music at Meijer Gardens

The Safe Return of Live Music at Meijer Gardens

For many, the outdoor summer concerts at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park are a well-loved tradition—an opportunity to get lost in the sounds of a favorite artist; a chance to catch up with old friends; a moment to take in the beautiful Michigan weather....

Milinda Ysasi Takes the Reigns as GROW’s New CEO

Milinda Ysasi Takes the Reigns as GROW’s New CEO

There's officially new leadership at one of West Michigan's leading community organizations. Grand Rapids Opportunities for Women (GROW) has welcomed Milinda Ysasi as its new CEO, following the retirement of long-time CEO, Bonnie Nawara. Ysasi, a Grand Rapids native,...