#MiReason Blog
There are millions of reasons to love living in West Michigan. That’s why we want to share first-hand experiences of what it’s like to live, work, and play in West Michigan. Relocating or new in town? Discover why thousands of people have relocated to the region.
If you’re currently in West Michigan loving life and would like to write a guest blog post, contact Rachel Gray at grayr@hellowestmichigan.com.
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Lexie and Ian
Our MI Made Mixer event in March brought together all kinds of people from all different backgrounds, and we had the pleasure to connect with one couple who was especially unique with their story: Ian and Lexie. They caught up with other relocatees at Flanagan’s after finishing up free [...]
Interview with a Chicagoan
My freshman year at Grand Valley State University, I chose to go in blind for a roommate match in the dorms. I was lucky enough to get matched up with someone that I now call my best friend. We came from [...]
Grand Rapids Startup Weekend
You can feel the energy when you’re close to electric people. I felt it a few weekends ago when I found myself in a room of entrepreneurs at Grand Rapids Startup Weekend. The event, which is put on by Techstars, [...]
Coffee Anyone?
I can make it through my morning and day without my usual cup of coffee. But, by “making it through” I mean have a pounding headache and want to fall asleep at my desk at least three times. I have accepted my [...]
GVSU Pals Mentoring
One of the best decisions I made as a freshman at GVSU was joining “Pals.” Pals is a student organization that connects underprivileged youth with college mentors that can provide them with extra attention and fun activities that they may [...]
Slow Winter Snow
It’s true. It’s cold here. And wet. And slippery. And sometimes a snowflake journeys thousands of feet from a cloud only to land right between your scarf and coat collar. Winter is upon us. And by upon us, I mean [...]
Southern Roots
Growing up, “yes ma’am” and “no sir” were expected phrases when speaking to everyone, carbonated beverages were ALWAYS “soda”, and “y’all” was the only proper way to address a group of people. I was born and raised in Michigan, but [...]
Discovering a Reason to Get Up Early
We often speak with people living in places like California, Arizona, and Florida that cite West Michigan's winter as the first objection to relocating to the area. But the truth is, every state has an "indoor" season. In Arizona, you [...]
