by Kimberly Viers | Feb 12, 2021 | Culture
Thank you President George Washington! Besides being a founding father and the first President of the U.S., it was the celebration of George’s birthday on February 22 that kicked off what we now know as Presidents’ Day. Observed on the third Monday of February, the...
by Kimberly Viers | Feb 11, 2021 | Business
UPDATE: On Monday, February 22, 2021, Lee Chatfield resigned as CEO of Southwest Michigan First. In a statement to the community, Southwest Michigan First updated its plans on how it will approach the future search. You can read that update here. Regional economic...
by Kimberly Viers | Feb 11, 2021 | Culture
There’s nothing quite like freshly made chocolates. Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with a box of chocolates or reaching for another sweet, our community has plenty to offer. We may be traveling through a rocky road right now, but these...
by Kimberly Viers | Feb 11, 2021 | Culture
With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching this Sunday, we’ve gathered some of the top date ideas in the area so that you’re guaranteed to have a good valen-time. Check out our list and add your own dash of love to make it extra special: If you’re hoping to get...
by Kimberly Viers | Feb 11, 2021 | Culture
People living with Alzheimer’s and dementia are prone to wandering, which often puts them at risk. As temperatures continue to drop this winter, the risks increase exponentially. Six in 10 people with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia will wander, according to the...