Say Hello to River North
There’s a new name on the north side of the river, and judging by the mural, it knows how to make an entrance.
City ditches Lime bikes and scooters. Don’t celebrate yet.
Grand Rapids is trading one fleet of two-wheeled urban chaos for another — but city officials say the new rides will be safer, cheaper and easier to park.
City celebrates long-awaited opening of MLK Park community center
After years of community visioning, one snowy winter, and the long goodbye to a beloved park building, Martin Luther King Park is ready for its next chapter.
Best place in America to start a career?
Grand Rapids has been named one of the best cities in the country for starting a career, landing at No. 16 on WalletHub’s latest Best & Worst Places to Start a Career list.
MSU unveils sculpture downtown
A new sculpture downtown depicts the three Grand Rapids women who helped develop the whooping cough vaccine.
Drop off the kids, catch the bus
For years, Central Station has been a place where Grand Rapidians catch a bus, transfer routes and head to work, school or wherever else the day takes them.
Rapids restoration enters construction phase
Just as Grand Rapids’ skyline continues to evolve, the river below is beginning a transformation of its own.
Aberdeen Park Reopens Following Makeover
Aberdeen Park is the latest in a series of Grand Rapids parks to reopen following renovations.
What’s open & closed in GR Labor Day Weekend
As Grand Rapidians gear up to enjoy the long Labor Day weekend, the City of Grand Rapids has announced closures.
Golf Club Opening Event Venue with ‘Panoramic Views’
A new 300-seat event venue is slated to open this spring in a Grand Rapids suburb.
Summer Pop-Up Market Returns to Alger Heights
Dozens of vendors will “pop-up” on Saturday in the Alger Heights neighborhood for the kick off of the second annual Eastern & Alger Pop Up Market.
Art, Eats & Beats
The 51st Annual Eastown Streetfair returns on September 7 in the heart of Grand Rapids' eclectic Eastown neighborhood.
Celebration set for new $2.3M public space
After a weather-related delay earlier this month, the official groundbreaking for a transformative new public park is set to take place this evening, Thursday, April 24.
Got food scraps? Grand Rapids wants them for compost
You know all that organic material left over after a day in the kitchen — carrot peels, apple cores, broccoli stems, coffee grounds...
BBQ grills source of structure fires
The Grand Rapids Fire Department has had a very busy week responding to structure fires within the city that have caused more than $330,000 in damage.
Grand Rapids’ new Public Service Center opens doors
A crowd of city officials, community members and media gathered as Grand Rapids officially cut the ribbon on its expansive new Public Service Center.
Grand Rapids unveils Kendall Street Fire Station
City officials, state legislators, and community members gathered Friday morning to celebrate the grand opening of Grand Rapids’ newest fire station.
City launches free weekend programs for teens
As summer approaches and school lets out, the City of Grand Rapids is rolling out a new effort to keep teens engaged, connected and safe after dark.
People and places: Park wins award and indoor dog park opens
Plaster Creek Family Park won the 2020 Park Design Award from the Michigan Recreation & Park Association, and The Pack Indoor Dog Park is now open for business.
City to celebrate new outdoor fitness court
A collaboration between Priority Health and the city of Grand Rapids is bringing an outdoor fitness center to the city.
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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2026 ISSUE
