Wendy Reed

I'm equally as likely to compliment your cute shoes as I am to invite you out to drink beer and watch a baseball game. I love my dog (Smudge), New Kids On The Block, live blogging my life, and eating out (aka not having to cook). My hobbies include Facebook, reading, and pinning crafts on Pinterest that I'll never make.

Unknown Up North: Quirky Nicknames For Towns in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Discover the hidden gems of Michigan's U.P. with quirky town nicknames that showcase local charm and humor.

I Had No Idea That Michigan Led The Nation in Producing These Products

Explore Michigan's hidden agricultural gems - did you know the state is a top producer of nuts, flowers, and more? Check out the full list!

UPDATE: Where Michiganders Can Get Free Contraception This Month

Michigan residents can now access free contraception options through the Take Control of Your Birth Control campaign.

Kid Rock & Nickelback Will Bring Tour to West Michigan in 2025

The Rock The Country tour featuring Kid Rock, Nickelback, and more, will be in the small West Michigan town of Hastings in June.

These TV Shows Set in Michigan Deserve a Reboot

Explore the idea of reviving beloved classics like 'Home Improvement' through a modern lens, blending nostalgia with innovation.

Michigan In Fiction: Books That Showcase The State’s Unique Charm

Discover the allure of Michigan through books! From time-travel romance to post-apocalyptic tales, immerse yourself in the state's diverse settings and characters.

Firefighter Who Dropped Gun Outside of Rockford Schools Charged

The Kent County Prosecutor has announced that charges have been filed against an off-duty firefighter who dropped and left his gun outside of Rockford Schools on Tuesday.

Bye Bye, Barrels – Michigan Road Construction Halted For Holiday Weekend

Labor Day weekend is the unofficial end of summer in Michigan, and in preparation for increased traffic on Michigan roadways, the state of Michigan has announced that road construction will be halted.

Clean Air Action Day Issued for August 27

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy has declared Air Quality Advisory for elevated levels of ozone for Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

Everything You Need to Know About the 2024 Mackinac Bridge Walk

Get ready for the 2024 Mackinac Bridge Walk! Starting at Bridge View Park, participants can choose to walk to the midpoint and back or conquer the full bridge.

Detroit Lions Featured on the Cover of Sports Illustrated, Predicted to Win It All

Sports Illustrated's latest edition features the Detroit Lions on the cover and a bold prediction - the Lions are going to the Super Bowl this season.

Five West Michigan Men Arrested in Child Exploitation Sting

Five West Michigan men are behind bars following an undercover sting by the Kent County Sheriff's Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s West Michigan-Based Child Exploitation Task Force.