For many, Easter Weekend is not just a religious holiday, but also a time to bring the family together and signal the (un)official start of spring. While this is the ideal time to appreciate the beauty of the outdoors, there are also plenty of organized holiday events to join all across the state. These local […]
Here in Michigan, many like to say the weather can drastically change by the hour. And while it’s smart to plan for sudden rain or change in temperature, it’s important to prepare ourselves and our businesses for when larger weather phenomena strike. Recently, Michigan withstood a historic windstorm that affected countless homes and businesses across […]
When a severe storm rolls through, there can be a lot to think about, especially when it comes down to being properly prepared for a power outage. Even though storms provide some unknowns, there are also fun ways to enjoy them, especially with your kids. These games are great to have in the back of […]
As world-class protagonists scramble to file their tax returns by this month’s deadline, most of us now turn to fantasizing about our refunds. Perhaps a wardrobe update for spring, savings for summer vacation, or simply just paying down a credit card. But, for those of us who are a little more environmentally conscious ahead of […]
Remember being called in by your parent to come home for dinner or because the sun was going down? Most kids these days don’t know the same experience. In fact, children growing up now sometimes spend less than 30 minutes outside each day, while spending almost seven hours in front of an electronic screen. This […]
This guest post is from Rebecca Holman, communications for the US Green Building Council West Michigan Chapter. Comerica Incorporated joined the Michigan Battle of the Buildings energy reduction competition, supported by its partners at CBRE Group, LLC. CBRE is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm. CBRE has been voted the industry’s […]
With all that is going on in Detroit, it is sometimes hard to keep track of it all. While we love all the new developments, we also want to know what to look forward to in the next weeks, months, or years. To empower our communities with knowledge, we have compiled a few of the […]
Storm season can be a scary time for younger kids, who may grapple with understanding weather and their own safety in relation to them. Severe weather impacts all areas of Michigan and anywhere we may travel to, so being able to talk to and educate your children this storm season will help them cope and […]
You might think that robot Olympics or science challenge is just another fun activity for your daughter or son. But those types of activities help strengthen our economy while encouraging students to excel in science and technology. These events challenge and motivate students to find their own inspiration in math and science, and pursue it […]
As the University of Michigan commemorates its 200th anniversary this year, we’re celebrating all of the world-class academic institutions in Michigan. Did you know there are technically 93 colleges in the Mitten? These schools listed below have the highest academic population in their towns, making them the largest college towns in the state. East Lansing, Home […]
