Michigan

TL/DR - A weight loss procedure known as Obalon helps patients feel full sooner by placing a balloon inside the stomach, according to a doctor. The procedure is non-surgical, with the balloon swallowed as a pill and then inflated. It can result in weight loss of 15 to 50 pounds, and is ideal for people who are 30 to 100 pounds overweight.…

TL/DR - 450 freshmen students at the Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) are receiving free tuition as a result of the Michigan Reconnect program. This initiative is a state guarantee, aiming to increase the number of working-age adults with a skill certificate or degree from 45% to 60% by 2030. The program covers the in-district tuition fees…

TL/DR - "The Collection" is set to release their new album "Little Deaths" in Grand Rapids. David Wimbish, the band's frontman, states that the album explores themes of loss and rebirth, in line with the band's philosophy of creating music that is reflective of life's complexities. This release comes after their previous album, "Entropology,"…

TL/DR - Return to the River, a project in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is utilizing public spaces to foster community engagement and development. The project takes advantage of natural and man-made landmarks, including the Grand River, to bring people together through various activities. The goal is to encourage residents to interact with their…