Commission Night Out meetings to return
City commission meetings will take to Grand Rapids neighborhoods once again.
Planning firm named one of Michigan’s 50 companies to watch
A full-service third-party meeting planning firm located downtown Grand Rapids has been recognized as one of 50 Companies to Watch.
United Way project to serve military members, families
A Heart of West Michigan United Way initiative will offer at-home, outdoor improvement services to local veterans and military families.
Report: GR rentals maintain below-average vacancy rate
A new report on vacancy rates underscores a competitive market for residential rental units in Grand Rapids.
Stream project breaks ground at The Highlands
A buried waterway will be resurfaced as part of a restoration project for the Grand River.
Peak performance coach finds success with podcast
A Grand Rapids man is making a name for himself in the podcast arena.
Operation Handshake underway at GRR
Homebound troops flying into West Michigan to celebrate Thanksgiving will be welcomed with a fanfare, of sorts, today at Ford International Airport.
Bradford White joins the fight against hunger
Bradford White, a Middleville manufacturer of water heaters, boilers and storage tanks, is providing critical support for the fight against hunger this holiday season with a $10,000 contribution to Mel Trotter Ministries.
Staring into space
A perhaps hugely underrated piece of the city’s entertainment landscape is the Grand Rapids Public Museum’s Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium.
Flying into fall
Your guide to zip lining in Grand Rapids.
Bubble Bash is back
The WYCE Bubble Bash, a festive holiday celebration featuring sparkling wine from around the world, takes place this evening, Dec. 22, 5-9 p.m. at The B.O.B.
GRAAHI to hold conversation on mental health
The Grand Rapids African American Health Institute will host the second event of its three-month community series.
Grand Rapids, EGR announce tree disposal options
People who reside in Grand Rapids and East Grand Rapids have multiple options for the disposal of live-cut Christmas trees after the holidays.
Survey: More than half of vaccinated Michiganders will stay away from unvaccinated peers
According to a study by MyBioSource.com, 55% of vaccinated Michiganders say that going forward, they will be avoiding contact with friends and colleagues who have chosen not to be vaccinated.
Dreams do come true for Executive Producer
Like many of us who grew up in the region, Jash’d Belcher used to go to Studio 28 to watch movies. Once the largest multi-screen cinema complex in the world, in its heyday there were 20 screens chock full of the latest films Hollywood had to offer.
Businesswomen to flock to inaugural SWAN Con
According to legend, a swan sings one beautiful song in its life just before it crosses the metaphorical rainbow bridge. But the Strong Women Arise Network (SWAN) is hardly on its way out.
Study: Michigan ranks in top 5 for most people with student loans
Michigan ranks No. 5 in the country for the most people with student loans, according to a study by AdvisorSmith.
Stacks of Books
About six years ago, Amber Skiles quit her job in health care administration — and she hasn’t worked a day since.
Meijer named best place to work for disability inclusion
A local retailer continues to earn recognition for inclusivity.
Grand Rapids Civic Theatre hosts children’s learning program
A community theater launched a new education initiative.