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Not Feeling Festive

Normally, I’m your festive holiday friend. Always looking to plan a get together, gleefully picking out the perfect gift for a friend, blasting Vince Guaraldi Trio on repeat while donning a cable knit that probably should have been burned in 1989.

The arena lights dimmed as about 1,800 middle school girls settled into their seats, notebooks open, eyes wide. On the volleyball court, the Grand Rapids Rise players and head coach Cathy George took turns sharing stories and insights. Topics ranged from managing social media and mental health to overcoming perfectionism, building self-confidence, embracing individuality, and turning setbacks into opportunities for growth.

Mother’s Day gifts

Mother's Day is right around the corner, so you might be looking for the perfect little gift to show mom or the mother figures in your life just how much they mean to you. With the focus on keeping your spending local, check out this shortlist of shops and brands that could have just what you seek.

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