PEOPLE + PLACES
Woodland Mall celebrates Black history with ‘live museum’
African-American legends are coming to Woodland Mall for the eighth year.
Burgers & beer
Cottage Bar has withstood the test of time.
A promising future
A juice bar, popcorn shop, cocktail lounge, jazz club and tailor are joining downtown; did we mention they are all Black-owned businesses?
Church to art hub
Carol Moore purchased the historic church and is leading it through a transformation.
Cities prepare to corner marijuana market
While some municipalities have opted out, others are ready for the promised gold rush.
Galivanting with your gal pals
This February, gather your closest friends/gal pals and hit the town.
Raising her voice
City Commissioner Milinda Ysasi was sworn in on Dec. 17.
Don’t miss
We’ve rounded up our top events this February.
New Year’s baby is pleasant surprise
Kendra Rose Ivey was the first baby of the New Year — and the new decade — born at a Grand Rapids hospital.
The Puberty Lady
Teaching 'less shame and more wonder'
Finding work
When the word ‘felony’ is on a résumé, obtaining a job is next to impossible.