Bee friendly
Turn your landscaping into a bee haven.
Minority-owned holiday shopping event comes to Breton Road
A local business owner created an event giving holiday shoppers an opportunity to purchase unique gifts from a variety of West Michigan small businesses all in one place.
Third generation ‘Harvest’
Henry Diedering’s grocery store chain started at the intersection of “necessity is the mother of all invention” and “the key to starting a successful business is to fill a gap in the marketplace.”
Spruce up your décor for the holidays
It's nearly that time of year when we escape the snow to our warm homes, sit before a fire and reminisce in front of a softly lit Christmas tree.
#WindowsGR
Jasmine Bruce uses art to transform and heal.
Grand Rapids illustrator to attend Third Thursdays for book signing
A local artist will sign copies of her latest book at Periwinkle FOG.
Feeling blue
Pantone’s Color of the Year is a perfect fit for Michiganders.
Homework help
6 tips for creating a homework spot your kids will love.
Jump Ahead L3C selling hats at Bridge Street Market
A youth-focused organization that is working toward opening a community center is selling hats in the Bridge Street Market.
Lakeshore Museum Center opening interactive turtle exhibit
The Lakeshore Museum Center in Muskegon will be hosting the Turtle Travels exhibit starting Friday through Sept. 4.
Wolverine collaborates with Halo on limited-edition boot
Wolverine Worldwide is collaborating with the developer of Halo to release a limited-edition boot inspired by the franchise’s iconic protagonist, the Master Chief.
Wolverine, Metallica nonprofit partner on boots for a cause
A local footwear brand is partnering with Metallica’s nonprofit to roll out two pairs of limited-edition boots, with all proceeds going to educate skilled trades students.
Uptown GR to add new murals, art installations
Uptown Grand Rapids Inc. will continue its initiative to support local artists by adding new installations and murals to the buildings of businesses this month.
Ada doctor releases second novel
A local doctor published his second book earlier this year.
Apparel company launches online storefront for medical professionals
The founders of Professional Apparel Company announced the launch of a new e-commerce site for medical uniforms, The Right Scrubs.
Doting dots
Spruce up your wardrobe with this classic pattern.
John Ball Zoo to host interactive light show
John Ball Zoo is creating a one-mile, illuminated light show that symbolizes the connections between wildlife and wild places.
Marketplace for local makers launches at Studio Park
Studio C, Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. and the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce opened the Marketplace at Studio Park on Friday.
Bye-bye 4″ x 4″ pink tile!
As a seller out East, I had just enjoyed a weekend of selling my apartment and didn’t expect the heartache that was to come in finding a home in Grand Rapids.
Death doulas
An emerging trend, doulas guide people through their end-of-life journey.