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It was never my goal to become the poster child for mental health. What I have set out to do or hope to do by telling my story, is to eliminate the stigma around depression, anxiety, etc. This never-ending pandemic has given mental health visibility and acceptance...
In the remaining weeks of winter, we may find our energy levels waning. The antidote? A boost the natural way. Kristi Veltkamp, a registered dietitian with Spectrum Health, has some suggestions for how we can make the most of our wintertime stash of goodies to ramp up...
Taste of Muskegon, the highly anticipated annual event attended by food and beverage lovers of all kinds, have adjusted their 2021 schedule in response to the current gathering restrictions, with the hope that they will be more relaxed come fall time. The festival,...
What sounds better than a tropical vacation right now? Honestly, not much. Thankfully, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is bringing the warm weather and natural beauty to West Michigan with the 26th annual Fred & Dorothy Fichter Butterflies Are...
In honor of International Women's Day on March 8, 2021, Amway, Inforum, Meijer and Spectrum Health are hosting an online event, allowing women from across the country to meet virtually to discuss timely global issues. The focus of the 9th annual event, taking place...
When we think of good leaders, we think of people who are strategic, knowledgeable, fair, creative, and who communicate and listen well. And certainly, good leaders have those qualities. But we now know that the best leaders also have a high level of awareness that...
Ana Ramirez-Saenz, founder and owner of La Fuente Consulting, knows that global communication is a large part of many different industries, including those here in West Michigan. That's why she's now founded La Fuente Communications, a diversity, equity and inclusion...
Taxes. Just that word might make you want to look away and not read any further. But as we turn the page into a new presidential administration and past 2020, I urge you to read about some things that could possibly affect you and your family as tax laws may change....
Metro Health – University of Michigan Health's newest outpatient office is bringing more services and easier access to care to families in East Grand Rapids, Cascade and the surrounding areas. Metro Health Beltline, at 1310 E. Beltline Ave. SE, just north of Lake...
When the first Downtown Holland Girlfriends Weekend was launched, the concept was simple: create an event during a typically slow month for retailers to help boost their sales until the busy summer tourist season. The first Girlfriends Weekend was held in March of...