Lessons from the classroom
It’s not easy to be a teacher right now. A debate over masks, vaccines and more has put students and educators in the midst of an intense political debate over how to handle COVID-19.
Bath Bean founder to compete on ‘America’s Big Deal’
An East Grand Rapids resident and startup founder will compete on the USA Network television show “America’s Big Deal” this week.
People and Places: Michigan’s first death café opens in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids now has a death café. The Mortals, 111 Division Ave. S, opened in September and offers up coffee and pastries, all while letting people explore the topic of death.
Posy prepares for holiday gifting, supply chain gaps by sourcing locally
A local gifting and promotional products company is turning to its fellow community business owners to avoid shortages ahead of the holiday season.
Buddy’s Pizza relaunches dog treat sales for Michigan Humane
Buddy’s Pizza will resume selling dog treats at its restaurants, with proceeds going to support an animal welfare nonprofit.
JARS Cannabis to open more locations
Two new cannabis dispensaries will open in West Michigan.
Conference center to be converted into $14M hotel
The former Crowne Plaza Grand Rapids Airport & Conference Center will undergo a $14 million renovation.
GRCC to offer new sewing program
Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) is partnering with a local woman-owned manufacturing business to launch a new certification program.
Dutch American Heritage Day honors local business owner
West Michigan Honorary Dutch Consul Paulus C. Heule of Eenhoorn will be recognized at the annual Dutch American Heritage Day for his service to the community by promoting economic and trade relations with the Netherlands.
Grand Rapids HOAs rated fourth best in the country
An analysis of Yelp data put Grand Rapids near the top on a list of the nation’s best homeowners’ associations.
Baxter Community Center hosts holiday basket drive, seeks donations
Baxter Community Center is looking for donations and sponsors to support its holiday basket drive and general services.
Entrepreneurs launching ‘Taste of Black Spirits’ event
A group of entrepreneurs is launching a Grand Rapids cultural tasting experience designed to raise awareness of African American-owned beer, wine and spirits companies.
Report: Grand Rapids 8th best small city for job openings
A jobs board and career advice website put Grand Rapids near the top on a list of best small cities for job opportunities.
Grand Rapids landmarks light up for cancer awareness
Two Grand Rapids landmarks will be among more than 225 around the world that will shine a light on breast cancer.
Broadway Grand Rapids director to retire
After over a decade of leadership, the executive director of Broadway Grand Rapids (BGR) is stepping down.
City opening library of gear for outdoor recreation
The city of Grand Rapids is opening a library to provide more equitable access to outdoor activities in underserved communities.
Local influencer
Sara Visser turned her love of Grand Rapids into a thriving Instagram.
Flying into fall
Your guide to zip lining in Grand Rapids.
Fifth Wheel Freight outfits 400 students with school supplies
A local company partnered with a Kentwood elementary school to provide 400 students with school supplies.
Big-screen stories
New film production company and media incubator aims to bring Hollywood home.