Michigan's state parks soon may become greener than ever. A new draft strategic plan for the Parks and Recreation Division of the state Department of Natural Resources includes a laundry list of "green initiatives" to be adopted by all state parks.

2008 was a big year in a lot of ways for the city of Rio Rancho. The following is a collection of stories that dominated our pages during the year.

What can you do to speed the sale of your home in a down market? We asked more than two dozen real estate agents and home builders in the Lehigh Valley for their best tips. Here's what they said:

A new store in Kent City offers an affordable way for individuals and businesses to spruce up their surroundings while benefiting a good cause.