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Senior woman in her kitchen.

Senior woman in her kitchen.

5 Tips to Help Seniors Stay Independent for as Long as Possible

If you have aging parents or are a senior wanting to stay in your home independently, this post from the Area Agency on Aging 1-B is full of helpful tips.

Tips for Effective Communication in a Relationship

Couple talking over coffee.

Couple talking over coffee.

Just because you're in love doesn't mean you won't sometimes disagree. Learn how to keep the lines of communication open without saying something you'll regret.

Little girl playing tennis on an indoor court.

Little girl playing tennis on an indoor court.

Midland’s Dow Tennis Classic Inspires Next Generation of Players

Visit Midland during the Dow Tennis Classic, which hosts high-caliber professionals and offers plenty of opportunities for kids and adults to get in the game.

Healthier Halloween Treats Your Kids Will Love

Image of four kids dressed up for Halloween.

Image of four kids dressed up for Halloween.

Here are a few helpful tips to make this Halloween a bit healthier for your trick-or-treaters.

Image of hands filling a reusable water bottle from a water fountain.

Image of hands filling a reusable water bottle from a water fountain.

3 Ways to Reduce Your Impact at ArtPrize

Heading to this year's ArtPrize? Make sure your visit leaves no trace on Grand Rapids' downtown space.

Educate Yourself About Mental Health Stigmas

Help stop the stigma surrounding mental health by educating yourself on the topic.

Salt shakers

Salt shakers

Breaking Down the Numbers: Hypertension 101

Maintaining healthy blood pressure levels is important to reduce the risk of heart disease.

Clearing Up Misconceptions About Heart Disease

Test your heart disease knowledge as we bust these popular myths.

7 Health Conditions That Most Commonly Affect Men

Men's Health Month each November is recognized as a wake-up call for men to get smart about their health. Learn about 7 common conditions that affect men.

Is Your Child’s School Prepared for a Cardiac Arrest?

CPR training

CPR training

Simulating a cardiac arrest allows responders to see the impact of their actions, or inaction, without true life-and-death consequences.