Reimaging Food Assistance
Access of West Michigan is an umbrella organization whose mandate is to develop and strengthen holistic solutions to poverty.
Grand Rapids ranks in top 50 for carless weekend trips
The city of Grand Rapids ranked as the 43rd best city to take a carless weekend trip in a study of the 150 biggest cities in the U.S., according to LawnStarter.
Weather wreaking havoc on road conditions
As Mother Nature continues to dole out a somewhat unpredictable mix of precipitation, it’s important to use caution while operating a motor vehicle.
Making the move
When is it time to ditch your starter home?
The Counting House Charms with Modern Take on the General Dry Goods Store
If you want a true sense of modern-day general store magic, The Counting House welcomes you.
Fashion aficionado
The American Dream never goes out of style.
Airline brings low-fare options to Muskegon
Muskegon County Airport is expanding its air services with additional flights to Chicago.
MSU unveils sculpture downtown
A new sculpture downtown depicts the three Grand Rapids women who helped develop the whooping cough vaccine.
Arbor Circle to cut ribbon on new courtyard
A nonprofit plans to celebrate a newly renovated outdoor space and mural.
Grand Rapids ranks in top 100 for LGBTQ+ singles
The city of Grand Rapids ranked 97th most welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community in a study of the 200 biggest cities in the U.S, according to LawnStarter.
30 Days 30 Dollars Challenge Boosts Black-Owned Businesses
October is now well underway; meaning so is the 30 Days 30 Dollars challenge. Created by Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses (GRABB), the 30 Days 30 Dollars challenge aims to bring awareness and money to black-owned businesses in Grand Rapids throughout the month of October.
Stacks of resources
“When in doubt go to the library,” said bestselling author J.K. Rowling of Harry Potter fame.
Michigan cities see reciprocal migration patterns
A study analyzing Midwest census data found many Midwest cities and surrounding areas gained much of their annual population from nearby metros.
Nonprofit i understand to honor survivors of suicide loss
Ada-based nonprofit i understand on Saturday will honor International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day by holding a toy drive and delivering several charitable donations to organizations around Grand Rapids.
Downtown boutique to celebrate grand opening
A new lifestyle and home boutique will have its grand opening later this month.
This Is Us: LaFontsee Galleries Celebrates 30 Years
Scott and Linda LaFontsee, owners of LaFontsee Galleries, celebrate a milestone in the artistic community by throwing a party and showing West Michigan what a 30-year commitment looks like.
Survey: 7 out of 10 Americans unlikely to travel for holidays
This new wave of COVID-19 cases is expected to impact the hospitality industry this holiday season.
DIY? Or DIY Don’t!
Determining whether to take on a fixer-upper.
GRPL partnership offers free hot spots for students
The Grand Rapids Public Library collaborated with five neighborhood organizations to provide free Wi-Fi hot spots for local students and families who are participating in distance and hybrid learning during COVID-19.
Comic bookstore to open in Comstock Park
A new comic bookstore coming to West Michigan will host its grand opening this weekend.
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MARCH/APRIL 2024 ISSUE
