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The air is crisp, the leaves are revealing their warm-toned hues, and we’re once again embracing all the autumn season brings along with it. In this fall edition of “Bringing Back Whimsy,” we’re sharing our top tips for focusing on the art of noticing, trying...
A necessary part of breast health and overall wellness, mammograms can be intimidating if you’ve never gotten one before—or if it’s been a while since you’ve had one done. For a look at common things women wish they knew before their first mammogram, we connected with...
Billie Carson was just 15 years old when she lost her mother. Years later, that loss would inspire something she never could have imagined at the time: Amor Fati Headstone Cleaning, a West Michigan business dedicated to honoring the lives and stories of those we love....
Fall is a great time to plan a getaway to Ludington. Cooler temperatures, changing leaves and fewer summer crowds make it an ideal season to explore the area at a more relaxed pace. Spend your days enjoying outdoor adventures, exploring downtown shops and restaurants,...
Did you know? American Cancer Society’s Making Strides of West Michigan Presented by Pfizer is a celebration of courage and hope—a movement uniting communities to end breast cancer as we know it, for everyone. Taking place October 17, 2026 starting at 8 a.m. at Calder...
With fall officially in full swing, we’re ushering in the peak of spooky season. To celebrate, we’ve gathered up a shortlist of some of the most frightful (and delightful) events you won’t want to miss this season in West Michigan. Downtown Holland Fall Fest Downtown...
From Ozempic and Wegovy to Zepbound and the next wave of medications on the horizon, the conversation around weight loss medications has never been louder. For many women, it can feel confusing, emotional, and overwhelming. As an internal medicine and obesity medicine...
There’s a sweet, high-energy moment right around 4:30 p.m. on event day. The candles are lit, and the room sits in a quiet hush right before everyone arrives to celebrate. Getting that "wow" factor isn't about spending a fortune; it’s about knowing how to mix and...
Being in West Michigan puts us at an ideal vantage point for exploring different angles of our great state, with many destinations close enough to visit in a day! We pointed our compass south, east, and north to find you the best day trip itineraries, packed with...
Great fashion. Great food. Local celebrities. Shopping, laughter and a night out with your favorite women. Lisa Barnes calls Fashion for a Future 2026 “the ultimate girls’ night out.” But behind the fun is something much bigger: an evening dedicated to, “Celebrating...