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Rx Kids Launches in 49507 Zip Code, Aiming to Improve Health for More Moms and Babies
In partnership with First Steps Kent and the Grand Rapids Community Foundation, Michigan State University’s Rx Kids program has launched in zip code 49507 in Kent County. Starting July 1, eligible families in Kent County 49507 can now receive $1,500 during pregnancy...
Southwest Lakeshore Travel Guide
It’s the perfect season to enjoy all of the delightful towns and cities along the West Michigan lakeshore. Between the beaches, the boutiques, the breweries and beyond, there’s easily enough fun to fill multiple trips (you could even turn it into a staycation with a...
John Ball Zoo’s Habitat Hero Program Invites Community Members to Help Create Wildlife Habitat at Home
This summer, John Ball Zoo is making it easy for everyone to help butterflies, bees, and other wildlife thrive. Community members are invited to visit the Zoo’s Habitat Hero booth at events across West Michigan to receive a free native pollinator plant and learn how a...
West Michigan Woman Golf Scramble 2026
Taking place August 5, 2026 at Boulder Creek Golf Club, the West Michigan Woman Golf Scramble is a casual, fun-and-food-filled 9 holes! This event sells out quickly, so be sure to register as soon as possible! Snacks will be provided, and each person registered will...
Chalk the Walk Returns to Windmill Island Gardens!
Artists of all ages can let their creativity flow in the sunshine at the fourth annual Chalk the Walk at Windmill Island Gardens on Saturday, July 11 from 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Spend the day creating artwork and decorating the park’s walkways with chalk creations while...
Did You Know? The Surprisingly Unique Stories of America
As the United States turns 250, we look to the surprising corners of history to dig into the good parts of what makes us who we are. Read on for a look at some stories you may not have heard before. Sometimes the smallest idea leaves the biggest legacy. In 1938, a...
Are the Men in Your Life Not Taking Their Health Seriously? How to Encourage Proactive Action
Many women have been there—urging a significant other, father, or other man in their life to take their health more seriously. With June being Men’s Health Month, we’re examining why men are less likely to visit the doctor’s office for preventative care and how to...
Cover Your Bases with These Sun Essentials
When the summer weather in Michigan finally arrives, it's hard not to want to take advantage of enjoying every opportunity we have to be out in the sun. However, there are some essential steps to take ahead of time to ensure you're protected and your fun in the sun...
How to Make Moving Suck Less
Tips for making moving a less stressful experience. There's no way around it—moving sucks. Ask anyone who's done it and they'll agree it's a process that's often a stressful one, as you're literally packing up your entire life and placing it elsewhere. Whether you're...