Get in the Christmas Spirit with These Events!

“It’s the holiday season.” There’s been some snow falling, Christmas trees are getting put up and decorated, and lights are everywhere! This time of year is enchanting, magical, and also busy! There are so many Christmas themed events that it’s hard to choose which ones are the best! But these look like a lot of…

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Top 5 Golf-Friendly Places to Live on Michigan’s Westside

Michigan is quickly becoming a golf destination because of it’s amazing scenery and courses. There are 650 golf courses in Michigan with a number of them designed by famous golfers and architects like Jack Nicklaus, Jerry Matthews, Tom Fazio, and many others. Several Michigan courses make Golf Digest’s list of top courses in the nation…

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Our Guide to Grand Haven’s Coast Guard Festival

The Coast Guard Festival has been a tradition in Grand Haven since 1924, making it one of the oldest and largest celebrations of its kind in the country. It is an annual event to honor and celebrate the United States Coast Guard and its personnel. The festival usually takes place during the full week between…

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Festivals and Fairs for August Fun!

West Michigan has a plethora of festivals and fairs! Towards the end of the summer, it seems there is a different festival or fair every weekend! We’ve rounded up some of the best events in the area for some end-of-summer fun this August. Grand Rapids Hispanic Festival (August 4-6)- Head on down to Calder Plaza…

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5 Reasons We Love Grand Rapids, Michigan

You’ve heard us say often that Grand Rapids is a big city with a small town feel. We love living and working here and feel that Grand Rapids is such a unique place in the Midwest. The city is constantly growing and changing making it a place you’ll never get tired of exploring. Grand Rapids…

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Best of West Michigan | Farmer’s Markets

Michigan is one of the top agricultural states in the U.S. and with that we have an abundance of Farmer’s Markets where you can buy a variety of produce! We love supporting our local farmers and eating fresh, delicious fruits and vegetables. Here are some of our favorite farmer’s markets throughout West Michigan. Muskegon Farmer’s…

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5 Essential Summer Activities in West Michigan

Every season in Michigan is amazing, but summer has to be our favorite! There are just some activities that define summer in West Michigan, and we couldn’t go without them! Below are our 5 essential summer activities to experience in West Michigan! Beach Days-Nothing screams summer more than relaxing in the sand and taking a…

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Best of West Michigan: Pizza

Who doesn’t love pizza? There are so many great pizza places around West Michigan that it can be hard to choose which are our favorites! You can’t go wrong with any of these places below! Grab some pizza and your favorite drinks for a great night out or in! Mike and Mark’s Pick: Peppinos Pizza-Allendale…

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Noble Appliance | Community Spotlight

Appliances can be pricey but necessary expense over the period of homeownership. Whether you need to buy them before you move in, or one of yours died, you’ll eventually find yourself shopping for appliances. Noble Appliance can help you find the appliance you want for a fraction of the price of the big box stores.…

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Best of West Michigan: Parks and Trails

We love getting outside and exploring the beauty and diversity of West Michigan and what better way to do that than at some of the hundreds of parks here! Below are just a few of our team favorites! These parks offer everything from scenic hiking trails, to bike paths, to playgrounds for the kids! Beth’s…

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