Family / Kids

We almost lost a great local landmark spot to stop for a good bite of food in Grand Rapids, but it's still alive! It's the Pearl Street Big Boy!

What a great "blast from Grand Rapids past" this is. The Grand Rapids Public Museum has brought out the famed Herpolsheimer’s Passenger Train.

What Michigan touristy towns/events/attractions are NOT worth the money or hype?

Did you know that Michigan ranks as the third leading producer of Christmas trees in the nation? We have the perfect climate and soils that allow our Christmas tree growers to produce a wider variety of trees than any other state.

If you grew up in Grand Rapids, or at least have lived here for much of your life, chances are you went bowling. But many of your past favorites are gone.

Thanksgiving is almost here and Christmas is but weeks away. Planning the dinner menu is a daunting task for most. And what about all the sweet treats and desserts, pies, cakes, cookies, pastries, and more?

So many of us dream of having a place "up north" to get away to. Maybe it's on the water, maybe it's in the woods. Just the relaxation of getting away from all the hustle and bustle of daily life is worth it.

There are probably a lot of arguments that go on in your home over the winter. The temperature, right? It's too hot, it's too cold, and maybe it's just right. What are you to do?

Restaurants come and go around here. It's a tough business and only the though survive. One of my favorites over the years, and one that was a survivor, was Sam's Joint.

There is a big pet food/dog food recall happening now and if you have this food for your pet the FDA says "destroy" it immediately!

Do you think this is the Grand Rapids version of "if you build it and they will come?"

For every father out there you know how special it is to spend time with your kids. And, how rewarding it is to share some "extra special" moments with them.