People + Places

There are a slew of new restaurants dotting the GR landscape, many – if not most – serving Asian fusion cuisine.

Ryan Burdick was sworn in last week to the East Grand Rapids City Commission, filling the vacant first ward seat.

Heart of West Michigan United Way partnered with local agencies to assemble the annual holiday volunteering and giving guide, aiding families in need for the holiday season. 

The street festival “Irish on Ionia" is expected to draw 15,000 revelers to a three-block stretch of Ionia Ave. Saturday, March 18.

A new treasure trove of antique and vintage goods is now open in town.

As one of the most prolific contemporary art institutions in Grand Rapids prepared to close its doors, I sat down with people from the...

So, you've received your W-2(s) and need to file your taxes. Now what? 

Woodland Mall has unveiled its new west wing.

A city in the region is considered one of the nation’s best lakefront "beach towns."

A small community bank is making a difference for families in need this winter season with its "Blanket the Community" project, now in its fourth year. 

One of Grand Rapids’ most photographed landmarks is undergoing a makeover.

The sleek vehicles showcased at Cars & Coffee Grand Rapids (C&CGR) exude a zip-zing panache that unfetters spectators’ imaginations.

Whether you’ll be heading out on Black Friday or enjoying the solitude of shopping from home on Cyber Monday, don’t forget to pick up some winter gear for those in need. Several area nonprofits are collecting winter clothing for their clients and patrons.

Several City of Grand Rapids committees have partnered with Mayor Rosalynn Bliss to ask residents for big ideas to help shape the future of Grand Rapids.

A new kind of “break room” is coming to a Grand Rapids suburb.

A longstanding, open-to-everyone art competition has rebranded and announced an Executive Director. Catlin Whitington will helm ArtPrize 2.0, bringing a wealth of experience to Grand Rapids.

Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, birthrates are expected to remain consistent in 2020, and thankfully, Rona is not yet a popular baby name.

We’ve put together an itinerary for a weekend getaway in Grand Rapids — or a staycation if you want to experience your city like a tourist.

GR|MAG had the opportunity to talk with Jenny Kinne, the new owner of Books & Mortar, about her transition from employee to owner as well as her goals for the store, thoughts on the uniqueness of independent bookstores and some of her favorite reads.

Emily Stoddard spent her 20s running, running, running.