Better shop around!
You know the drill: it’s mid-December, your inbox is stuffed with “last chance” emails, and your gift list hasn’t magically crossed itself off.
Emergency preparedness takes center ice at Griffins game
The Grand Rapids Griffins and city emergency officials are kicking off the new year with a focus on safety and readiness.
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.
Firefighter of the Year recognized
The Grand Rapids Fire Department celebrated the achievements of its members recently during the Annual Awards and Promotional Ceremony and Firefighter of the Year Banquet.
City seeks new projects for Neighborhood Match Fund initiative
Looking for a way to make a lasting impact in your neighborhood?
Poppin’ off with Grand Rapids Symphony
Oh come, all ye faithful fans of the Grand Rapids Symphony—and deck the halls along the way, because Hallelujah, Santa Claus is coming to town.
Strength through adversity: The 90 and The Forge
A Holland nonprofit originally founded to help military veterans adjust to civilian life is now turning its attention to preparing the next generation for service.
City offices closed on Veterans Day
Most City of Grand Rapids offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observation of Veterans Day.
City invites residents to Commission Night Out
The City of Grand Rapids is inviting residents to attend the next Commission Night Out event on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at GRPS University.
Seeking justice at home and abroad
Kurt and Jo Ann Van Engen Ver Beek wanted to change the world when they graduated from Calvin University back in 1986. The pair...
Seasonal parking restrictions start Saturday
Seasonal parking rules return Saturday, Nov. 1, on many Grand Rapids neighborhood streets.
Trade Route Remembered
The Eastown neighborhood has formally recognized a historic footpath used by the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians.
City awards $122K for community initiatives
The City of Grand Rapids has awarded nearly $122,000 to support 32 community projects organized by local residents as part of its Neighborhood Match Fund program.
Digitize it before it disappears: GRTV’s preservation suite levels up
In a quiet studio on Bridge Street, the Grand Rapids Community Media Center’s GRTV is making it easier for the community to save its stories — one tape, photo, or film reel at a time.
Oxford Trail’s $9M lesson in equity
City and community leaders gathered Tuesday, Oct. 1 to break ground on the $9 million Oxford Trail improvement project.
Putting on the hits
Since 1988, Broadway Grand Rapids has been a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing top national Broadway tours to West Michigan.
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.
Know before you throw
As fall colors return to West Michigan, the Kent County Department of Public Works is encouraging residents to clean up more than just leaves.
Your 2025 guide to ArtPrize
ArtPrize 2025 is just days away from taking over Grand Rapids with a refreshed schedule and fresh surprises.
A dream deferred, not denied
When Grand Rapids City Attorney Anita Hitchcock announced her retirement, the moment carried more than the usual weight of a public official stepping away after decades of service.
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SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2026 ISSUE
