3rd Ward Commissioner Race Narrows

After a rigorous selection process, three finalists have emerged in the race to fill the vacant Third Ward Commissioner seat in Grand Rapids.

Grand Rapids ranks among cities with best residential views

A new list highlighted Grand Rapids as a place to be for homes with the best views.
The Paper Studio

The Paper Studio Branches Out with New Store in Downtown Market

The owner of Grand Rapids retail store The Paper Studio is embarking on a second endeavor. Abby Fowler, Paper Studio owner, opens Pulp & Stem on Tuesday, May 1 in the Downtown Market.
Gina's Boutique

Boutiques Unite for All-season Clearance Collective

A “challenging” sales climate after lower-than-expected holiday sales has prompted eight local retailers to host a surplus sale on Saturday.

Grand River Restoration Project Pushes Forward

It could be less than four years before the Grand River is back to its natural glory and providing yet another new attraction to downtown Grand Rapids.

Dispose of Your Christmas Tree in Grand Rapids

Un-decorating you Christmas tree is decidedly less enjoyable than decorating it for the holidays. But, alas, it must be done. Once you’ve packed away your favorite ornaments and strands of flickering lights, what do you do with the tree?
Grand Rapids Parks & Recreation hosted Wag 'n' Wade in 2017.

Dog Days of Summer: City Hosts Dog Pool Party

Before the city shuts down its public pools for the summer its hosting one last hoorah—for pooches.
November Project Grand Rapids

GR Running Week Invites Everyone to Strike the Pavement

“I began running regularly five years ago, but really started enjoying running when I joined my first running group,” said Matt Swiontek. He has since launched two running groups of his own, November Project Grand Rapids (formerly Carpe Diem) and Bagel Run GR.
Ladies Literary Club building downtown Grand Rapids

Historic Downtown Building Becoming Event Space

A historic building downtown is being transformed into an event space.
2018 Meijer LPGA Classic champion So Yeon Ryu

LPGA Tournament Teeing Off

A major golf tournament is set to start this week.
dog at Downtown Market Yappy Hour

Bring Your Dog to Yappy Hour

The dog days of summer are here, and it’s time for puppy-filled lunch breaks.
Grand Rapids Mud Run

Let’s Get Muddy

Forget about the mud pies of your youth. The Grand Rapids Mud Run is serious about mud: expect to swim mud pits, slip down a 60-foot mudslide, slither through tunnel crawls, and wrangle a slippery hill climb.

Cozy Up This Winter with New Quilting Store

Savasana Quilts is nestling into the Northridge Centre retail corridor next to Celebration! Cinema North.
Photo courtesy of Paddock Place

Grab Rover’s Leash for this Community Dog Walk

Dogs love summer as much as their humans do and they’re ready to socialize after a long winter indoors.
Club Pilates class

Pilates Studio Stretches into Grand Rapids

There’s a new Pilates studio at a major shopping center in town.
break room woman with sledgehammer and goggles

Noteworthy

If you’re feeling upset or stressed, many people would suggest a quiet walk or a few deep breaths.

Downtown boutique to celebrate grand opening

A new lifestyle and home boutique will have its grand opening later this month.
RevIVed Hydration customer

Noteworthy

Interesting tidbits we thought you should know
lake cottage cabin

Get away to the Cottage & Lakefront Living Show

Even in March, you can feel the nostalgia of visiting the cottage at the lake.
Lazy day in grand rapids

5 Things to Do on National Lazy Day

August 10 is National Lazy Day, and we've collected some the “laziest” activities for you to enjoy during this annual holiday in Grand Rapids!

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