ArtPrize artist registration is live!
Registration is now open for artists who would like to participate in ArtPrize 2024.
Ludington clinches 10 Best title
Hip, hip, hooray! Ludington has clinched the prestigious title of “Best Historic Small Town” in the entire United States.
The Great Founders Reset
A downtown Grand Rapids brewery just announced a slew of improvements.
Downtown Holland beckons breakers
Downtown Holland is extending a warm welcome to all of the spring breakers who didn't head South.
Update: City lifts advisory, issues instructions
Grand Rapids residents affected by the ongoing "Boil Water" advisory may collect free bottled water thanks to community efforts.
Ludington leads in national poll
A popular Michigan beach town is leading a national poll as a nominee for "Best Historic Small Town."
$7M flagship lab to open on Ann Street
Haviland Enterprises, Inc. has announced a new Ann St. laboratory which will open in 2025.
FEMA says prepare for winter storm
With a significant winter on the way, the FEMA Region 5 office has issued a statement.
A ‘mulch better’ option
Grand Rapids residents have two options for the disposal of live-cut Christmas trees after the holidays.
New dogs on the beat
The Grand Rapids Police Department has some K9 Unit changes to share with the community.
Three Southeast Side Homicides Under Investigation
Police are involved in an ongoing investigation of three homicides that took place at two separate crime scenes in the Burton Heights neighborhood on Nov. 6, 2023.
Gaslight Village heralds new era
People who enjoy visiting the Gaslight Village Business District will now be able to do so drink-in-hand thanks to a provision approved last July.
Santa’s show must go on
You'd better watch out if you try to cancel a Santa Parade in Grand Rapids.
Beer City docu-series launches fundraiser
A local filmmaker is looking for crowdfunding donations for a documentary series that celebrates the culture and history of West Michigan’s beer industry.
$6.1M in ‘RAP’ funds allocated to housing
Five housing developments across the city of Grand Rapids will benefit from more than $6.1 million awarded through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s second round of the Revitalization and Placemaking Program.
Police ask help identifying ‘B&E’ suspect
The Grand Rapids Police Department is asking for community members' help in locating a suspect.
Important dates and links for voters
Some deadlines regarding the upcoming midterm elections on Nov. 8 are fast approaching.


















