Degrees in visual expression

It is no secret that Grand Rapids is a city flourishing with creativity.

Catalyzing Creativity

Grand Rapids Magazine spoke with Cindy Meyers Foley about her position at the Grand Rapids Art Museum.

City to offer free lifeguard certification

The City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department plans to hire 75 lifeguards this summer.

3rd Ward Commissioner Race Narrows

After a rigorous selection process, three finalists have emerged in the race to fill the vacant Third Ward Commissioner seat in Grand Rapids.

Entrepreneur puts old skis to new use

Simone Thiessen’s garage used to hold only cars. Now it also holds stacks of old skis, table saws and sanders, saw horses, and almost half a dozen Adirondack chairs sporting backs and seats made from skis.

Popular trail receives $300k in funding

The City of Kentwood has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund to support improvements to the Paul Henry Thornapple Trail.

Quintet brought together to honor Blue Note

Blue Note Records is celebrating its 85th Anniversary with a U.S. Tour.

Ways to beat the winter blahs

You hear it all the time: "The way to maintain your mental state is through regular exercise."

Clarion Call: A Plea to the Public

Dégagé Ministries, 139 Sheldon Ave. SE, provides the only emergency shelter for women in the area.

Writing with Authority

Dressage circuit champion Debby Buck DeJonge's novels are set in the glammy world of fancy horse competitions.

Stacking up against the competition

In the world of cup stacking, where speed, precision, and a keen sense of timing are essential, 17-year-old Will Allen, a senior at East Grand Rapids High School, has emerged as a true prodigy.

Speaking with Resilience

Whether local residents need a safe spot away from aggressors, someone to help create a plan towards financial independence, or the community of a support group, Holland’s Resilience: Advocates for Ending Violence is available....
Comprenew

Out with the old…in with the Comprenew

‘Tis the season for the latest electronics. But before you toss out your old tech, think about the impact on the environment and consider how you might give your gadgets a new life.

Gilmore Group opens new event venue

Comstock Park has a newly remodeled event venue. 

Have time or money to give?

You’re probably familiar with Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation, but there’s a nonprofit that’s making strides in keeping our parks in ship shape.

Listen to the animals

Gayle Boss had been celebrating Advent with her two sons for years but had never used an Advent calendar.
Mayor Rosalyn Bliss gives the 2018 State of the City address.

An expression of gratitude

As the Michigan legislature wraps up a historically productive legislative session, City of Grand Rapids officials are reflecting on the remarkable investments and policy achievements that will benefit the City of Grand Rapids

The heart (and sole) of aging

Jennifer DiVita has been too young and “too seasoned” in her work life, but she’s just the right age for her first novel.

Unique gifts and where to get them

Looking for local gifts this holiday season? How about something unique that your loved one won't expect? We have ideas!

HUD helps with $9 Million for hazard mitigation

More than $9 Million in grant funding was awarded to the City of Grand Rapids and Kent County recently to aid in an ongoing effort to protect families from exposure to lead paint and other hazards.   

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