Steely style
Noah Baldwin, a design engineer at Steelcase, spends his days solving puzzles and designing solutions.
The canna biz
Marijuana was once taboo, an illicit drug that still has millions of people behind bars.
Good Dog GR opens after relocation
A dog day care, overnight boarding and grooming facility recently reopened after relocating to a new space.
Grand Rapids illustrator to attend Third Thursdays for book signing
A local artist will sign copies of her latest book at Periwinkle FOG.
Gazelle Sports to host community events
A Michigan-based sporting goods store has two community events planned this month.
SHEFIT to partner with USA Pickleball
A Hudsonville-based performance apparel brand recently entered a partnership with national pickleball organization USA Pickleball.
Bissell Pet Foundation shares Fourth of July tips for pet owners
As Independence Day celebrations approach, the Bissell Pet Foundation is sharing tips to minimize pets’ fear of fireworks and protect them from getting lost.
HOLO Footwear booking it to Grand Rapids
A sustainable outdoor footwear maker is moving its headquarters from Portland, Oregon, to downtown Grand Rapids.
Wiz Khalifa to visit Grand Rapids, promote cannabis brand
Wiz Khalifa is coming to Grand Rapids this weekend to promote his cannabis brand.
Jeeter brings cannabis products to Michigan
A pre-roll cannabis brand has expanded to the Michigan market.
A shift in the retirement world
Retirement is changing. That means planning for retirement is changing, too, according to Steve Starnes, principal at Grand Wealth Management.
Medical innovation continues across Grand Rapids
While the world has been busy with other health concerns, it was easy to miss some of the impressive and innovative medical advances that have taken place outside of the public’s attention — even when it’s happening right under our noses.
A novel approach to PTSD
Janyre Tromp knows something about PTSD. She suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder due to childhood trauma. She experienced it as a result of her daughter’s long illness, which brought to the surface her childhood experiences once again. Combine that with stories from her grandfather’s experiences in World War II and a friend’s family history, and she had the makings of a novel.
Root Farmacy expands delivery range
A food-as-medicine service now is shipping its meals throughout the Midwest.
Dressing out of the box
Personal stylist at A.K. Rikk’s and host of the local luxury retailer’s “Where to Wear” video series Ben Tobar presents a confident, clean style with a twist, pulling subtle bold details into his outfits to instill some pep into the monotony of everyday dressing.
Turn the page
Some ironic news hit in March when Amazon announced it was ending its endeavor to open brick-and-mortar bookstores — the very establishments it hoped would wipe out bookstores’ endangered-species status.
Breakfast essentials
I don't know about you, but my husband and I are always talking about a way to add a cozy breakfast nook into our home. Whether it's built-in or just in the kitchen, I love to have both an eat-in kitchen and an additional dining area — probably because I love variety.
ArtRat to host storefront-making workshop
A local art gallery will host the Storefront Guy for a free workshop.
Entrepreneur grows book-related businesses in Grandville
Amber Skiles built two businesses inspired by her love of vintage books and her desire to keep them out of landfills.
Midwest United Football Club selects training partner
A Black-owned training center is partnering with a national soccer club.