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Feeding homebound seniors

Meals on Wheels volunteer has spent over two decades helping.

Going from DJ to MJ

For years, Drew McCarthy was “Big Droo,” a big-time radio personality in West Michigan. As McCarthy continued to establish himself as one of the premier sports radio hosts in Michigan, he also took on a very public bariatric surgery process.

After Thoughts with James Sofranko

The Grand Rapids Ballet welcomed accomplished dancer, choreographer and artistic entrepreneur James Sofranko as its new artistic director on July 1. In this capacity, Sofranko will be responsible for all artistic direction and planning for the GR Ballet.
Grand Rapids Griffin's head couch Ben Simon. Photo by Michael Buck.

Q:A with Grand Rapids Griffins New Head Coach Ben Simon

The Grand Rapids Griffins kick off the 2018-19 season this month under the leadership of Ben Simon, who was named the team’s 11th head coach in June. But Simon is no stranger to Grand Rapids — he spent the last three seasons as assistant coach for the Griffins, helping lead the team to a Calder Cup title in 2017, and played for the team in the 2006-07 season.

Bringing drag to daytime

Trevor Straub founded MI Drag Brunch.
Dennis Grantz, teaching artist for the Intro to Photography and Advanced Photography studios at the West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology. Photo by Michael Buck

After Thoughts with Dennis Grantz

For WMCAT’s Dennis Grantz, teaching the arts is a labor of love.

After Thoughts with Illustrator Alana Fletcher

Award-winning illustrator and local design student Alana Fletcher is taking her artistic talents to new heights.
Meet Hipster Santa, of The People Picture Company

Say Cheese This Holiday Season with Hipster Santa

Santa’s got more than a brand new bag this Christmas. In fact, he’s got a new, trendy look because The People Picture Company is offering holiday sessions with Hipster Santa this Christmas season.

Traveling for the Holidays? Here’s What to Expect

Whether you are traveling by car or plane over the holidays, chances are the trip will test your patience. GR|MAG reached out to AAA Michigan and the Gerald R. Ford International Airport for suggestions on how to keep your cool during holiday travel.

Growing a financial brand

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.
Denavvia Mojet hosts Political Pulse each week.

Denavvia Mojet: Taking Grand Rapids’ Political Pulse

Political Pulse hit the Grand Rapids airwaves in fall 2016. Denavvia Mojet, the program’s host, said her goal was to “bring critical discourse and education around local politics to the region’s urban listener in a way that was fun, engaging, and honest.”

A big year for downtown Grand Rapids cuisine

Even restaurants that have emerged from the past two years seemingly unscathed still have experienced their ups and downs.

Guiding Light Says Winter Donation Needs Continue

With Punxsutawney Phil promising six more weeks of winter (we think that's an optimistic estimate), Grand Rapids nonprofits helping homeless individuals and families are still in need of winter gear to help those in need stay warm.
Models Mackenzie Santamour (Blue), Marissa Faust (Black) with designer Romel Caylan. Photo by Johnny Quirin.

Q & A with Designer RC Caylan

Since the age of 9, RC Caylan has had a passion for fashion and design. Born and raised in the Philippines, his inspiration came from his grandmother, a schoolteacher and uniform seamstress.
Photos by Ashley Wierenga

Battling for a close shave

Battle Brothers Shaving Co. is bringing back the ‘old school razor.’

Care for everyone

Dr. Abha Gupta Varma, a physician at Cherry Health, has been practicing for just over two decades. Familiar with the nuances of medicine since she was a kid — both of her parents were doctors — Varma strives to provide the best care she can by talking to patients early and often.

A Backyard Whim Led Ruari Griffin to Archery

Ruari Griffin, 11, competes this weekend in her third State Games. Griffin took up archery three years ago after a medical condition left her unable to continue swimming.

Reading is lit

Kendra McNeil shares her love of books through the We Are LIT bookshop.

Fielding questions about good books

What was once a liquor store is now a thriving, independent bookstore in the heart of Ada that draws readers of all ages to its bright, open spaces and loads of glorious books.

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