People + Places

Spectrum Health’s annual 5K to raise funds for colorectal cancer prevention and awareness is returning for its 38th year.

Many traditional baby names made a comeback in 2020, and some saw a surge in popularity not seen in over a century.

These unique activities are what make Grand Rapids special.

Dr. Charles Gibson is one of only a few Black trauma surgeons in the country.

“Housing is a basic right that everyone deserves,” Andrea Martin, housing coordinator at Arbor Circle, said. Yet, according to Arbor Circle’s website, there are over 3,300 youths who experience homelessness every day in West Michigan. “We want to get the word out so people understand that youth homelessness does exist in their communities even if they don’t always see it,” Martin said.

This past June, Parliament the Boutique rebranded as Gemini Handmade after five years on the South Division Avenue for the Arts corridor. Now, the local artisan-based shop has made another big move—to 963 Cherry St. SE.

Spectrum Health joined the effort to find a treatment when COVID-19 first came to Grand Rapids.

Grand Rapids’ West Side has seen massive expansion over the past decade, becoming a new hub for some of the city’s best dining and entertainment.

Grand Rapids doctors are utilizing cutting-edge technology to diagnose, treat and innovate.

Grand Rapids is widely acclaimed for its medical community — the doctors and researchers doing groundbreaking work right here in our city — and we wanted to make sure the city also is known for the quality of its nurses.

Before the city shuts down its public pools for the summer its hosting one last hoorah—for pooches.

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.

While February 14 could be considered Cupid’s Super Bowl, Grand Rapids has plenty of options for the romantically inclined all year. Planning your next date night? Looking to cozy up with your partner? We’ve narrowed down the choices to these seven romantic spots in town.

“Ecliptic” at Rosa Parks Circle is getting a $2 million restoration that will increase the lifespan of the materials used in the art installation.

Sandy Jelinski has been the Lake Michigan Credit Union chief executive officer for more than two decades, helping the credit union grow into a major West Michigan financial institution.

Your guide to happy hours, hotels, markets, dining and drinks

The Richmond Park pool is once again going to the dogs.

Wedgwood Christian Services’ NextGen Board will host its inaugural event in support of at-risk youth. 

Un-decorating you Christmas tree is decidedly less enjoyable than decorating it for the holidays. But, alas, it must be done. Once you’ve packed away your favorite ornaments and strands of flickering lights, what do you do with the tree?

Celebrate Pride Month by supporting these stores.