Six tips to protect holiday packages
With the holiday season just around the corner, many Michiganders are gearing up for a busy season of online shopping.
Salvation Army unveils renovated thrift store
The Salvation Army Grand Rapids Adult Rehabilitation Center will celebrate the grand re-opening of its newly renovated Main Thrift Store.
Weather Disrupts Events, Postponements Announced
Inclement weather sweeping through the region on Wednesday evening has led to a series of closures and schedule changes in Grand Rapids and Kentwood.
Hurry! Nominate The Best of Grand Rapids
If you haven’t nominated your favorite Grand Rapids-area business in the Best of Grand Rapids readers' poll yet, there’s still time—but don’t wait too long!
Update: Kentwood tree lighting postponed
The City of Kentwood is inviting community members to celebrate the holiday season at its annual tree lighting ceremony and holiday light parade Thursday, Dec. 5.
Industry Leaders Honored in Orlando
Eleven local women have been recognized as some of the best and brightest in their industry.
Accident underscores importance of ‘Move Over’ law
In the early hours of Tuesday morning, a driver suspected of being impaired struck a Grand Rapids Fire Department blocker vehicle while it provided safety support at the scene of a crash on southbound US 131.
Update On Missing Teen Cortez McConner
Cortez McConer Jr., aged 16, is missing from his Grand Rapids home.
¡Causa Célebre!
Residents of Southwest Grand Rapids have a reason to celebrate as a vital artery of their community comes back to life. After a seven-month...
Michigan National Guard, State Police aid recovery efforts in North Carolina
As many have seen, the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene has left communities in the Carolinas and elsewhere reeling.
City seeks ideas on shaping a safer future
The Safe Alliances for Everyone Task Force is inviting the Grand Rapids community to contribute ideas aimed at reducing gun violence.
A spirited expansion for New Holland
New Holland Spirits, a sibling to the famed New Holland Brewery, is elevating spirits in Grand Haven. Situated at 24 Washington Avenue, Suite 22,...
Leading local restaurant group names new partner
Essence Restaurant Group owners James Berg and Hillary Edwards recently announced the appointment of a new partner.
City and Lime launch innovative ‘micromobility’ initiative
Lime and the City of Grand Rapids recently announced a new initiative aimed at expanding the affordability of shared e-scooters and e-bikes to residents who qualify for state, city and federal subsidies.
Mobil GR to extend parking enforcement hours
The City of Grand Rapids announced it will extend hours of enforcement for paid on-street parking.
Storm Cleanup: City Extends Facility Hours
Do you have yard debris from the severe storm that hit our area Tuesday morning?
City launches high tech curbside recycling program
Recycling in Michigan is at an all-time high, with 620,494 tons of residential recycled materials reported for fiscal year 2022, surpassing previous records.
Update: Boil Water Advisory Canceled
At approximately 3:15 a.m. this morning (June 13), Grand Rapids Water System crews responded to a water main break in Southeast Grand Rapids.
Name a new park!
The City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is asking the community to help name a new park that's coming to southwest Grand Rapids.
Veterans homes recognized this week
June 2 – 8 was just dubbed "State Veterans Homes Recognition Week," reflecting Michigan's dedication to those who have served our country.





















