If you are living in Grand Rapids or thinking about visiting and don’t already know about the Brewing Industry, you are in for a real treat. Grand Rapids has some of the best craft beers in the country and the entire city is proud of that fact. Brewing is not just an industry in Grand… Read More »
Outdoor artist Maggie Bandstra will join four other artists who will be featured on several billboards throughout Grand Rapids and other areas of Michigan. Over 20 artists submitted artwork as an audition for the billboards, which are planned to promote Michigan tourism. The five artists chosen were the ones who stood out the most and… Read More »
Donating blood is a great way to help your community and could potentially save someone’s life. Blood donations are necessary in order to keep blood on hand for accidents, transplants, transfusions and other medical emergencies and problems that could result in a lot of blood loss. If you want to help this holiday weekend, stop… Read More »
Are you looking for a fun outdoors activity this weekend? Why not visit one of Michigan’s more than 300 waterfalls. No matter where you are in Michigan, you aren’t very far from a waterfall. Waterfalls are greats spots for relaxing, picnicking, taking photos and sunbathing. Some areas are even safe for swimming. Michigan’s waterfalls attract… Read More »
Abraham Lincoln visited Michigan one time during his life. In 1856, Lincoln was just a lawyer visiting Kalamazoo and campaigning for the first Republican presidential candidate. Little did he know that Michigan would play such an important role in his life and legacy. After Lincoln was assassinated, it was two Michigan cousins who helped lead… Read More »
According to Gallup, 69.4 percent of Michigan adults report seeing the dentist for routine cleanings and examinations in 2013. This is nearly five percentage points higher than the national average of 64.7.