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Health

West Michigan infant diagnosed with rare variant of a common virus

Education

Grandville High School bolstering student mental health services thanks to state funding

Of the money passed in the state budget, $328 million is earmarked for school safety and student mental health.
Entertainment

Allegan County Fair kicks off Friday

The fair is boasting a variety of entertainment for the whole family, including live music, carnival rides and special events.
Health

Experts explain how you can manage your back-to-school stress, anxiety

Parents: check in, but give your students some space.
Health

MI childhood vaccination rates dip to concerning rates, lower than herd immunity threshold

66.5% of Michigan children between the ages of 19 months and 3 years are up to date on their primary vaccines. That's the lowest rate since 2011.
Health

Parents find support and community at breastfeeding groups

During World Breastfeeding Awareness Week, moms meet at Corewell Health breastfeeding group to find support with a challenging, often underestimated journey.
Mom Squad OTT

Mom Squad | Helping kids resolve conflicts

Maureen Kyle talks with an expert and moms about guiding their kids through resolving conflicts.
Animals

John Ball Zoo welcomes new additions to the family

A female pygmy hippo is now on display, and a red panda has given birth to a litter of cubs.
Summer Slide

Stop the summer slide by reading with cats

Shelter staff say it's a great opportunity for kids to keep up on their reading skills. Plus, it helps socialize the cats and educate kids about pet adoption.
Mom Squad OTT

Mom Squad | How to handle kids fighting

Maureen Kyle sits down with a relationship expert to talk about how to handle your kids fighting with your friend's kids, and how to communicate friendship issues.
Mom Squad OTT

Mom Squad | Screen time and kids' emotions

Maureen Kyle discusses screen time for kids with Dr. Michael Manos from the Cleveland Clinic. How it can lead to emotional dysregulation and ways to combat it.
Local News

Non-profit teaches children with autism confidence through water sports

Above the Wake spent Saturday teaching dozens of West Michigan children about paddle-boarding and water safety.