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12 soups for you!

There’s nothing quite like a hot bowl of soup on a snowy day. Sure, winter can be harsh, but these soups are the cozy silver lining in the dark cloud that's parked over G-Rap right now.

Glide into winter at Rosa Parks Circle

Winter in Grand Rapids wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the Rosa Parks Circle Ice Rink.

Pickle perfect!

Now that cold weather has officially set in, there’s a new drive-through you’re going to want to try.

City seeks new projects for Neighborhood Match Fund initiative

Looking for a way to make a lasting impact in your neighborhood?

The house that friends built

Immersed in real estate and renovations growing up in Grand Rapids, Ella Baker transitioned to Michigan State’s prestigious interior design program.

Bubbles & Brews Bash pops into a new home at The Gilmore

If your December calendar needs a little sparkle, WYCE’s 24th annual Bubbles & Brews Bash is ready to deliver.

Escape to Alto

If you’re in the mood for a little country drive and some terrific tavern food, the Nighthawk Grille & Bar in Alto, 6950 Whitneyville Ave SE, is calling your name. 

Dutch Winterfest debuts in Holland

Wooden shoes, twinkling lights, and the jolly arrival of Sinterklaas will take center stage Dec. 2–6, 2025, as Holland debuts Dutch Winterfest, a new seasonal celebration of Dutch holiday traditions.

Poppin’ off with Grand Rapids Symphony

Oh come, all ye faithful fans of the Grand Rapids Symphony—and deck the halls along the way, because Hallelujah, Santa Claus is coming to town.

Somos brings Latin-fusion scratch kitchen to Byron Center

When Sarah Pfeiffer asked family and friends in Byron Center what the community was missing, the answer was clear: “authentic cuisine.”

Handmade holiday finds await

West Michigan’s Farmgirl Flea Holiday Market returns this November, offering one of the area’s largest holiday shopping experiences.

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12 soups for you!

There’s nothing quite like a hot bowl of soup on a snowy day. Sure, winter can be harsh, but these soups are the cozy silver lining in the dark cloud that's parked over G-Rap right now.

Pickle perfect!

Now that cold weather has officially set in, there’s a new drive-through you’re going to want to try.

Somos brings Latin-fusion scratch kitchen to Byron Center

When Sarah Pfeiffer asked family and friends in Byron Center what the community was missing, the answer was clear: “authentic cuisine.”

Sip happens: Behind every cup, there’s a tale

If you haven’t yet experienced Foxtail Coffee Co., you’re truly missing out.

City seeks new projects for Neighborhood Match Fund initiative

Looking for a way to make a lasting impact in your neighborhood?

Escape to Alto

If you’re in the mood for a little country drive and some terrific tavern food, the Nighthawk Grille & Bar in Alto, 6950 Whitneyville Ave SE, is calling your name. 

Poppin’ off with Grand Rapids Symphony

Oh come, all ye faithful fans of the Grand Rapids Symphony—and deck the halls along the way, because Hallelujah, Santa Claus is coming to town.

Strength through adversity: The 90 and The Forge

A Holland nonprofit originally founded to help military veterans adjust to civilian life is now turning its attention to preparing the next generation for service.

The house that friends built

Immersed in real estate and renovations growing up in Grand Rapids, Ella Baker transitioned to Michigan State’s prestigious interior design program.

Handmade holiday finds await

West Michigan’s Farmgirl Flea Holiday Market returns this November, offering one of the area’s largest holiday shopping experiences.

Style with a story behind it

A mission-driven newcomer is joining the downtown Grand Rapids retail scene.

Five ways (plus 1) to beat the flu

It’s November. The air is damp and chilly, and the sunshine vitamin is generally in short supply.

Hakuna Matata, it’s Lion King ticket time

One of Broadway’s biggest, boldest, most breathtaking productions is returning to DeVos Performance Hall — and as of today, tickets for Disney’s The Lion King are officially on sale.

8 Things to Do This Weekend in West Michigan

From festive markets and ballet premieres to holiday parades and community fundraisers, this weekend marks the true arrival of the holiday season in West Michigan.

Double your fun!

If you’re ready to relive the glory days of rock ’n’ roll—and maybe even dust off a few air-guitar moves—the Acrisure Amphitheatre has just announced a show that’ll take you straight back to the soundtrack of your youth.

GR filmmakers score Thanksgiving Day premiere on BET+

Grand Rapids residents will have an extra reason — apart from the big football game — to turn on the television this Thanksgiving.

How sweet it is: Mackinac Island named top fall travel destination

The state’s favorite summertime getaway just got a national nod as a top fall travel destination, too.

Lovely and Grand: Mackinac Island needs your vote!

Island hopping might be a bit of a stretch to describe my travels — unless I mention I just returned from Key West.

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