Something Good

What were you doing when you were 13 years old, right around this time of year? Were you on Christmas break from school? Hanging out with your friends, by chance? Longing for the presents that were set to arrive on Christmas morning?

Each year, more than 100 members of the Andrews High School band participate in a Christmas parade during the holiday season.

As an adult, by my late 20s, I started to feel a little bit “meh” about Christmas. Sure, it was a nice time of year, and I enjoyed seeing my family when I could, but I didn’t really understand the appeal of decorating, baking or most holiday-themed events. All of that changed, however, once I got into my 30s and had kids.

A man who loves to decorate for the holidays has taken the Christmas spirit to a whole new level.

This dad is a super fun “follow,” if you’re looking to add to your social media lists! He’s funny, smart, and his posts will make you think.

We’re used to seeing Santa at the mall, or better yet, on his sleigh delivering toys to children around the world, but you don’t see Santa (let alone hundreds of him) skiing or snowboarding down a mountain.

Tributes to the four slain students were all over Michigan and the Big Ten championship game on Saturday.

On Giving Tuesday, there are an endless number of ideas out there on how to give, but quite possibly one of the simplest and most meaningful ways is by spreading kindness.

With Giving Tuesday now here, people might want to donate money to a good cause, but simply might not have much of it lying around.

Beyond the opportunity to add some money to their accounts, Giving Tuesday has other benefits for nonprofit organizations that last well beyond that particular day.

You’ve probably seen a community library pop up, as they’re often spotted in different neighborhoods. They’re typically filled with used books that people in the neighborhood can take, as well as drop off books they are finished with.

If you drove past the former fire station in Hamburg, Michigan, you probably wouldn’t think much about it, but once you step inside, it’s like walking into Santa’s workshop.

Grab your wand, cloak and a Nimbus 2000, because we’re taking off on a broomstick ride to Hogwarts.

We cannot believe how many of you shared Halloween pics! The costumes were so creative (and spooky), and we want to see more.

Oct. 11 is National Coming Out Day, and for many LGBTQ+ Americans, there are many reasons to celebrate their Pride.

It’s not every day you get a birthday surprise from your sports hero, especially when it comes with a signed jersey.

Recently, on Wife Appreciation Day, we thought it’d be fun to let you all show us your sweet side, and boy did you ever.

Ultimately, Payton Lynch hopes the stories told do more than just inspire those who lost loved ones during the 9/11 attacks. She hopes it can be a resource for anyone to draw upon when going through tragedy or hardships.

Until the end of September, earthday.org is encouraging people around the world register or participate in cleanup projects.

Do you have a wife who makes your world go round?

Now that the school year is well underway and students are off to the races for another year of learning and studying, we thought we’d ask: Can we see your pictures?

Soon it will be 20 years since Sept. 11, 2001 and the tragic terrorist attacks that surround that day -- and it’s hard to believe it’s been that long.

Amputees have what they call an “ampu-versary,” a date when they celebrate how far they’ve come since losing a limb.

The Paralympics got underway in Tokyo this past week, and much like the Olympics that were held last month, it didn’t take long for athletes to produce special moments that inspired the world.

Any time the Mackinac Bridge is closed or congested, traffic wise, you can imagine drivers are a little on edge. All of us can be that way in heavy traffic, right?

Last year, it was just a dream -- serving as a safe haven of comfort and peace, for women recovering from major breast cancer surgery. Now, it’s become a reality for Pat and Phil Gonzales.