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Upgrades at the Muskegon Boys & Girls Club well-underway
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Upgrades at the Muskegon Boys & Girls Club well-underway

Following the multi-million-dollar upgrade, the facility will include a STEM lab, game room, lounges and more.

MUSKEGON, Mich. — 13 ON YOUR SIDE was granted an exclusive sneak-peak inside the ongoing work at the Boys & Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore.

The group impacts the lives of hundreds of children on a daily basis, but, now upward of 50 years old, its West Western Avenue headquarters is no longer effectively serving the growing organization’s needs.

The multi-million dollar renovation announced in 2022 promises to transform the aging building into a purpose-built space, complete with modern technology and infrastructure to

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Simple DIY Paper Butterfly Kids Craft
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Simple DIY Paper Butterfly Kids Craft

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If you’re looking for a fun and easy butterfly craft for your kids, look no further than this adorable paper butterfly! Made from any craft paper, this is perfect for kids of all ages and can be easily customized to their liking.

Whether you opt for brightly colored paper or prefer something more subdued, the paper butterfly is a kids craft that is sure to put a smile on your child’s face. And with its simple construction, it’s a perfect activity for

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62 TV Shows About Interior Design and Architecture to Watch Now
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62 TV Shows About Interior Design and Architecture to Watch Now

On Celebrity IOUs, it’s the celebrities who get their hands dirty. The series gives some of Hollywood’s biggest names—including Brad Pitt, Viola Davis, and Melissa McCarthy—a chance to give a big thanks to the friends and family members who helped them get where they are by renovating their spaces. Hosted and produced by the Property Brothers, the series promises to elicit both tears and laughter.

Brothers vs. Brothers

Where to watch: HGTV and Discovery+

At this point, Drew and Jonathan Scott have basically created a Property Brothers cinematic universe, but this show is especially fun because it pits the

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Alberta invests in Citadel Theater renovations
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Alberta invests in Citadel Theater renovations

An iconic theater in the center of Alberta’s capital city is about to get a $4 million overhaul, thanks to an injection of provincial tax dollars.

Edmonton’s Citadel Theater is one of the largest in Canada. It first opened in 1965. The current building on 99 Street and 102 Avenue opened in 1976 and is just a short walk from city hall.

The provincial money will see new elevators, glazing windows and skylights, flooring and mechanical systems installed in the 47-year-old building.

“This funding is absolutely transformational for the Citadel Theatre!” executive director Sarah Pocklington wrote in a news release.

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How to Plan for a Raised Garden Bed
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How to Plan for a Raised Garden Bed

The spring is right around the corner and one of the things I want to add to our back yard this year is a raised garden bed. Or maybe a few 😉 I’m still quite a newbie when it comes to the world of gardening so I wanted to make sure I did my research before diving into building them and planting. If you’re looking to do the same this year then I hope this post helps you start your raised garden bed journey with confidence!

The extent of my gardening really began last year when we built a Two-Tiered

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How to Plan for a Raised Garden Bed
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How to Make a Pleated Lamp Shade

There’s no shortage of lamp shades at the thrift store and they’re usually super affordable, which makes them the perfect DIY project! I’ve been swooning over a pleated lamp shade for a while but they can cost quite a bit! I’m going to show you how to make your own for a fraction of the price.

How to Make a DIY No Sew Pleated Lamp Shade

I found this little lamp base at the thrift store for $10 and couldn’t pass it up. It didn’t come with a shade so I purchased this tapered lamp shade online. For some reason when I bought it, it was only $25 and now

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Edmonton homeowners are invited to apply for the net-zero retrofit program
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Edmonton homeowners are invited to apply for the net-zero retrofit program

The City of Edmonton is looking for local homeowners who want to retrofit their homes to achieve net-zero emissions, offering a free energy audit and connections with newly trained contractors.

Officials are hoping to sign up 10 to 15 homeowners across the city who are ready to pursue renovations. They’ll be provided with a consultation from a qualified net-zero energy adviser to make a plan for upgrades, but they’ll be responsible for the cost of any construction work.

For this program, they’re hoping to attract a variety of different homeowners to explore the various

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What is a home improvement loan and how does it work?
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What is a home improvement loan and how does it work?

Couple carrying lumber to build raised garden beds in backyard

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Home improvement projects are frequently an expensive cost that can be difficult to manage with savings alone. Luckily, there are multiple ways to take out a home improvement loan. And because of their flexibility, you will be able to fund every step of a renovation — often at significantly lower rates than you would get with a credit card.

What a home improvement loan is

Home improvement loans are a type of personal loan designed to fund projects and renovations for your house or property. There are three common options:

  • Unsecured private loans use your credit score

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