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John Ball Zoo is getting a new resident later this summer.

Several West Michigan retailers are adding a safe space for dogs while their owners shop.

A new downtown event venue is in the works.

Previously an obscure subculture, Japanese graphic novels, known as manga, and their on-screen counterparts, anime, have exploded into an international phenomenon, and the wave is sweeping over Grand Rapids.

An outdoor retailer with locations across the state is coming to Grand Rapids.

There’s a new Pilates studio at a major shopping center in town.

For one day, holiday shoppers can purchase handmade gifts from local artists at one location.

Less than two weeks before Americans head to the polls, Grand Rapids Community College has invited GOP strategist and CNN political contributor Ana Navarro to kick off its 2018-2019 Diversity Lecture Series.

A West Michigan beach topped USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Poll.

We already know Metallica rocks, but now the heavy metal band is earning even greater respect in Grand Rapids for a $100,000 gift it’s giving to Grand Rapids Community College.

Coit Park reopened last week after $300,000 in improvements.

A new boardwalk and 87-acres of athletic fields will be the main draws at Huff Park. The 45-year-old park reopens today following $2.1 million in renovations and upgrades.

Summer is wedding season in West Michigan and Makeup BLVD saw its share of brides and bridesmaids this year.

A retailer of plus-size clothing for women is opening its first store in the West Michigan market.

We've rounded up our top 5 events this January.

A local salon and clothing store is planning to expand to Ada Village.

Women will be gathering next week to support some of the most vulnerable in Grand Rapids.

Fans of tabletop games have a new place to play in town.

Seva Yoga is offering Believe in YOU! on Friday, Sept. 21, a parent-child yoga experience meant to cultivate positive self-esteem in kids ages 3-12.

Southeast of the heart of downtown sits a 10,000-square-foot facility that many would consider a rock climber’s dream.