Downtown Lowell has no shortage of lovely, unique places to shop, and now amongst its storefronts is a new place – to not only shop, but to create your own custom-made candle. Nera Wix Candle […]
Opening a hair salon in Lowell is a bit different than running one in the bustle of downtown Grand Rapids. However, the owner of Echo Salon is loving the diversity and small town vibe in […]
When Ted and Ashlee Watson moved from Grand Rapids to Alto five years ago, they fell in love with their new hometown. They enjoyed the slower pace of life, the little library and the wide-open […]
After decades in the workforce, many people look forward to retirement when they are free to pursue their passions and spend their days any way they’d like. However, quitting a steady job can be nerve-wracking, […]
It’s a Tuesday afternoon, and 10,000 turkeys are staring at me. Their naked heads crane upward, their beady eyes unblinking. I’m at Dougherty Farms in Alto, and Phil and Jen Dougherty are giving me a […]
In 1989, Ludek Pala came to the United States from what was then Czechoslovakia. That meant leaving behind familiar faces and traditions, but he is now sharing a part of his heritage with others through […]
Hannah and Noah Trulock have spent most of their lives immersed in the world of dance. She was pursuing a career as a professional ballet dancer when an injury moved her into a teaching role. […]
Since opening for business in 2017, Always Fresh Design has become many companies’ go-to source for customized products ranging from mugs to mousepads to sweatshirts. “We do a lot of construction hats,” notes owner Liz […]
If you’ve ever been curious about “hot yoga” and if you wanted to know what business is going in at the old YMCA location on Main Street, you can find answers to both those questions […]
The Lowell community will soon see a new storefront opening in downtown Lowell, and it’s one that will be sure to attract lovers of unique crafts and gifts. Lowell Township couple Victor and Adrienne Murdock […]
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