Sock brand expands presence with new business deals
Grand Rapids social enterprise iNFable announced two major deals to help boost the brand.
Holland aquatic center breaks ground on latest renovation
Holland Community Aquatic Center and Lakewood Construction broke ground on a new expansion last week.
Frederik Meijer Gardens’ fall chrysanthemums exhibition set to return
Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park’s annual fall horticulture exhibition, Chrysanthemums & More!, will take place Sept. 18-Nov. 1.
Will COVID-19 serve as a curtain call for the fall performing arts season?
Performing arts organizations consider different approaches to their 2020-21 seasons.
Friends of GR Parks, Uptown GR partner to build tables for social zones
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks is best known for planting trees with volunteers throughout Grand Rapids, but on Thursday, volunteers are working with wood for another purpose.
Grand Rapids parks department extends outdoor fitness classes
The city of Grand Rapids’ Parks and Recreation Department extended six of its free outdoor fitness classes through September.
Porcupine finds new home at Blandford Nature Center
Blandford Nature Center now has a new baby North American porcupine named Quillber in its midst.
Cat Footwear offers staycation Fort Challenge
With Labor Day right around the corner, families looking for one last summer hurrah can find it in a new Cat Footwear Fort Challenge that offers six blueprints for making forts at home.
West Michigan Tourist Association announces photo contest winners
The West Michigan Tourist Association announced the five winners in this year's West Michigan Photo Contest.
Amway River Bank Run goes virtual for 2020
After initially being postponed to October, the 2020 Amway River Bank Run now will be held virtually.
Holland Museum to unveil Cappon House fountain restoration
The Holland Museum and Holland Garden Club will unveil the restored Cappon House fountain at 10 a.m. Friday.
Blue Bridge’s nighttime glow is coming back
Grand Rapids’ historic Blue Bridge will soon again shine bright in the night.
Ford airport becomes first test site for UV autonomous robot
The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is the first airport in the country to test a new autonomous robot that disinfects using ultraviolet technology.
Homework help
6 tips for creating a homework spot your kids will love.
First day back
The back-to-school gear you need for success.
Wolverine, Metallica nonprofit partner on boots for a cause
A local footwear brand is partnering with Metallica’s nonprofit to roll out two pairs of limited-edition boots, with all proceeds going to educate skilled trades students.
Family finances
How to talk to your parents about money.
Managing back-to-school stress
This fall, kids might experience increased stress due to COVID-19.
Binder Park Zoo unveils two murals
Jaziel Pugh, in collaboration with Color the Creek and Binder Park Zoo, put the finishing touches on two murals last week in the Miller Children’s Zoo at Binder Park.
City officials host webinar on trauma
The city of Grand Rapids will host an online conversation on the impact of trauma on communities of color.
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