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.
Hudsonville native Isaac TeSlaa finds a home with the Lions
Hudsonville native Isaac TeSlaa’s journey to professional football was one of the most heartwarming stories of the 2025 NFL season.
Bark, ride and repeat
Michigan’s only dog bus wasn’t born in a boardroom — it started with a boy who loved dogs and a mom willing to take a chance.
Muskegon’s WWII submarine makes rare journey across Lake Michigan
One of the most significant museum ship preservation projects ever undertaken on the Great Lakes began July 13 of this year when World War II submarine USS Silversides departed Muskegon for a carefully planned tow across Lake Michigan
Residents recall U2’s Fountain St. Church show
Well before U2 became the biggest band in the world, they found an enthusiastic audience at the Fountain Street Church.
Smitten with the Mitten at hidden gem
I recently happened upon a restaurant I hadn’t been to before, and wow, what a delicious surprise it was!
Robinette’s corn maze gets dolled up
For Grand Rapids-area kids and families, the arrival of fall has long meant a trip to Robinette’s: apples, cider, wagon rides, baked goods and, of course, getting a little lost in the corn maze.
An Enduring Community Institution
While there aren’t as many gay bars and social venues as there once were in Grand Rapids, The Apartment Lounge is one of those community institutions that has endured.
A restaurant with flair
Started by Lebanese immigrant Deeb Hattem in 1910, Hattem’s was a fixture at Wealthy and Division for nearly 60 years.
Where the pack gathers
My friend Megan and I were enjoying the festivities of Uptown Shop Hop when I discovered Black Dog Used Books and Records for the first time.
Women and Prohibition
As Prohibition played out in Grand Rapids, local women were active on both sides of the issue.
Peek into West Michigan’s nursing history
After graduating from nursing school in the 1890s, Lulu L. Cudney worked as a registered nurse in Grand Rapids for more than 60 years. In 1951, she compiled a history of nursing in the community, including stories and photographs about dozens of local women.
A Big Move!
Grand Rapids’ northeast side has been home to Licari’s Sicilian Pizza Kitchen since 2012 when the first location opened at 2869 Knapp St.
How a comfy café went from Sparrow to Scorpion
Usually, when a business rebrands, it’s in response to the fact things aren’t working out business-wise.
‘Tis the season at Broadway Bar!
Ever been to the Broadway Bar during the Christmas season? It’s truly a sight to behold.
Significant snowfall boosts business for Caberfae
One of the country's oldest destination ski resorts located in lower Michigan just announced eight inches of new snow.
GR Gems: A scoop of history
“By golly, they were celebrating something—but we’re not sure what!”
Capturing history
The Robinson Studio archive offers a glimpse of the past.
Bridging community
Once a logging route, today the Blue Bridge is a gathering spot.
A Honey of a Roadside Inn
It's never too early to start thinking about Valentine's Day, and what better place to take your honey than...Honey Creek Inn!
NEWSLETTERS
SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2026 ISSUE
