New charter school welcomes students
A new k3 school has opened its doors in Southeast Grand Rapids.
Sneak preview: ‘A City Within A City’ examines Grand Rapids from another angle
A new film exploring the Black experience in Grand Rapids shows that the city is more than it appears on the surface.
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Ferris State University
With more than 250 associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctorate, and certificate programs, Ferris State provides students with the skillset to power Michigan’s future.
Gearing up for eclipse viewing
Frank Roldan of Grand Haven always has his eye on the sky.
Catch history in action at Woodland Mall
Shoppers strolling through Woodland Mall this month may just find themselves face-to-face with history.
Hot summer reads
Named for Sirius, the Dog Star that burns brightest in the night sky in the constellation Canis Major, the “Dog Days of Summer” are the days of the year that are typically the hottest.
Nonprofit seeks tutors to inspire young readers
A nonprofit specializing in support for students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities is seeking volunteer tutors.
Outdoor learning offers unique educational opportunities
Mud. Trees. Wildlife. Milkweed. Invasive species. Building fires, studying streams, getting dirty. Week-long camp experiences, day camps and overnight trips.
Aiming for safer encounters
When Dr. Alisa Carter talks about traffic stops, her voice carries both memory and urgency.
Zoo school focuses on outdoor learning
A program for preschoolers that offers education through the exploration of nature is now accepting applications.
Recommended reading
What better time than spring to think about nature, outdoor adventures and how to care for our planet?
New film reexamines Grand Rapids’ role in water fluoridation
Did you know Grand Rapids was the first city in the nation to fluoridate its public water supply?
Holocaust Remembrance Day: The Angel of Bergen-Belsen
Today is Holocaust Remembrance Day, and I’d like to share a unique story about my connection with one of the foremost heroines of the WWII.
Unleash Your Artistic Potential
While ArtPrize continues to be a major draw for world-class artists to Grand Rapids, another lesser-known gem is gaining recognition as a destination for creative minds: the Franciscan Life Process Center.
Gala Celebrates Sister Cities
You may have heard Grand Rapids has a smattering of “Sister Cities” peppered around the globe. What’s a Sister City?
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Northern Michigan University
Northern Michigan University is a four-year, public, comprehensive university that offers award-winning leadership programs, cutting-edge technology initiatives, and nationally recognized academic programs.
Exploring our treasured waterways
The City of Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Public Schools have joined forces to offer an exciting opportunity to over 800 GRPS students next week at Riverside Park.
Star culinary student tastes success
Baker College's Culinary Institute of Michigan in Muskegon has a student who's setting the culinary world ablaze with his remarkable accomplishments.
Embrace Books this winter
Discover your next read with recommendations from Taleah Greve, founder of Embrace Books.
West Point alum visits Muskegon Maritime Academy
United States Military Academy alum and martial arts expert Jessica Owens will visit the Muskegon Maritime Academy on March 20
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