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LPGA stars shine bright at Meijer Classic

Spring has sprung at beautiful Blythefield Country Club, where a kaleidoscope of colorfully dressed ladies pad around the putting green, practicing for their shot at the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give.

Four things to do in West Michigan this weekend

From street festivals to open-air art shows and culinary showcases, West Michigan is turning up the summer energy this weekend.

Taco ’bout a party!

The third annual Grand Rapids Taco and Tequila Fest rolls into Riverside Park on Saturday, June 28, turning the north end into a full-blown fiesta.

Paddle pros poised for action

Pickleball fever continues to sweep Grand Rapids as the Beer City Open makes its highly anticipated return to Belknap Park this summer.

GRFD raises alarm on lithium-ion batteries

As the popularity of e-bikes, scooters, and hoverboards continues to rise across Grand Rapids, fire officials are sounding the alarm on the increasing dangers linked to lithium-ion batteries.

Making history hands-on

The Tri-Cities Historical Museum in Grand Haven is not just celebrating history. It’s making history.

‘Deport him? To where?’

In 2018, Jilmar Ramos-Gomez, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Grand Rapids native, was arrested after allegedly starting a small fire.

East Hills eatery earns nod from Newsweek

Grand Rapids Magazine readers are no strangers to this East Hills Gem that's up for a national nod from Newsweek Magazine.

Loving Day, Juneteenth bring history to life

Grand Rapids will honor two major milestones in American history this June—Loving Day and Juneteenth

Kilts, clans, and competition

What started as a simple idea over drinks has grown into one of West Michigan’s more distinctive summer events.

New chapter for historic chapel

Tucked away in the heart of Allegan County, the Chapel at New Richmond is a hidden gem that offers an enchanting blend of history and charm.

Be Better: a legacy of hope

In September 2020, the Miskelly family faced an unimaginable tragedy when their son, Ian, tragically took his own life.

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East Hills eatery earns nod from Newsweek

Grand Rapids Magazine readers are no strangers to this East Hills Gem that's up for a national nod from Newsweek Magazine.

Gotta try The Gritzmaker

A dark, rainy day. Lunchtime. My good friend Jeff Schaap and I were on a mission to find some pub grub and maybe a beer or two.

A ‘grey hare’ you’ll love

Something unexpected has taken root on Wealthy Street— a bar-meets-gallery that channels New York cool into what was once a craft brewery.

A decade among the vines

A decade ago, the gently rolling hills of Southwest Michigan welcomed a new name to its fertile soil.

GRFD raises alarm on lithium-ion batteries

As the popularity of e-bikes, scooters, and hoverboards continues to rise across Grand Rapids, fire officials are sounding the alarm on the increasing dangers linked to lithium-ion batteries.

‘Deport him? To where?’

In 2018, Jilmar Ramos-Gomez, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Grand Rapids native, was arrested after allegedly starting a small fire.

New chapter for historic chapel

Tucked away in the heart of Allegan County, the Chapel at New Richmond is a hidden gem that offers an enchanting blend of history and charm.

Driving for show, putting for dough

The Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give will return to Blythefield Country Club in Belmont from June 12–15, 2025.

Women’s fashion: what’s trending

If your type of spring cleaning includes a wardrobe refresh, read on to discover four fashion trends that will have you dopamine dressing your way into sunnier weather and sunnier dispositions.

Back in action!

The City of Grand Rapids, in partnership with Priority Health and Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., is hosting its tenth annual summer series of free outdoor fitness classes.

Sowing the seeds of success

Like proud parents sharing pictures of their new babies, customers at Flowerland, West Michigan’s 75-year-old purveyor of plants, sometimes bring in snapshots showcasing the plants that garden supply buyer Kathy Rohm has helped them nurture.

Recreation Reimagined!

Each year, we endure the unrelenting chill of winter–waiting, albeit not always patiently, for the unparalleled bliss of a West Michigan summer.

Four things to do in West Michigan this weekend

From street festivals to open-air art shows and culinary showcases, West Michigan is turning up the summer energy this weekend.

Five fun things to do this weekend

This weekend Grand Rapids comes alive with artful and summery vibes, offering a packed lineup of events that spotlight the city’s creativity, culture, and community energy.

Summer kicks off in Kentwood

Kentwood residents are in for a treat this Saturday, May 31, at the annual Kickoff to Summer Celebration

Free lunch at Rosa Parks Circle + 9 things to do this weekend

From free lunches and live music to art workshops and local parades, Grand Rapids has plenty of events lined up this Memorial Day Weekend. Here's what's happening across the city, starting today!

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