#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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Screaming for Ice Cream in West Michigan
What do you think of when you think of summer? Camping trips? Beach days? How about ice cream? Whether you prefer a double superman (a Michigan thing) or a traditional vanilla cone (my personal favorite), I think we all can [...]
A Weekend Getaway in Michigan
I may be biased, but Michigan is one of the most beautiful states in the country. We all know about the Great Lakes, but there are also countless vacation spots right here in our state. Sure, the Caribbean is nice, but it’s also quite [...]
Michigan Wine Month
It’s officially Michigan Wine Month. Each year, Michiganders celebrate the numerous wineries around the state. Michigan is known as a grape-growing state. There are more than 13,000 vineyard acres in Michigan, and most of them contain juice-making grapes, such as Niagara and Concord. In fact, [...]
One Intern to Another
At the start of my junior year in October, I was frantically seeking out internship opportunities in the field of public relations, advertising, and marketing. Was I stressed? Absolutely. Not only is an internship required for my major, but I knew if I wanted to find [...]
Springtime in West Michigan
Springtime in West Michigan is one of the most beautiful times of the year. Yes, there is a lot of rain, but spring also means warmer weather. In fact, there is an unwritten rule that Michiganders can wear shorts after [...]
Boomeranging Back to West Michigan
While I might currently reside in West Michigan, I haven’t always lived in the area. I was born in Lima, Ohio. From there, I quickly moved to Southern Michigan where I lived until the age of nine. It was then that my family decided to move to Alabama. [...]
Mackenzie H.
Originally from the East side of the state, Mackenzie fell in love with the outdoor lifestyles of Grand Rapids. Like many, Mackenzie was laid off due to the pandemic. However, she saw this as an opportunity to explore the city [...]
Irish Pubs in West Michigan
It’s that time of the year again, time for wearing green, parades, McDonald’s shamrock shakes, and drinking Irish beer. St. Patrick’s Day has arrived! Although many events have been canceled due to the pandemic, many Irish bars and pubs have found [...]
Celebrating Women’s History Month in West Michigan
Women’s History Month is annually celebrated in the month of March, highlighting the contributions of women to historical events and contemporary society. During this month, we celebrate the successes of women all around the world. Women have displayed numerous remarkable achievements in the area. Here are just a few notable women from West [...]
Hello West Michigan is Here to Help
Relocating is one of the most stressful things people will face in their lifetime. In fact, according to the Thrive Global, it ranks in the top 10 of most stressful life events, along with death and divorce. Great bedfellows, huh? [...]
