A new conference focused on transforming the healthcare system through innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable models will take place in downtown Grand Rapids.

Serving more than 600 students from diverse cultural backgrounds and a range of income levels, the school provides accessible Christ-centered education.

A first-of-its-kind program in the aviation industry, FLITE is helping shape the future of aviation by providing grant funding and pilot-testing opportunities to companies developing air travel technologies and services.

The park reported record annual visitor attendance of 881,625 in 2025, the highest in the organization's 30-year history.

One of its key tenets is generating overnight stays from event visitors, which drives spending in area hotels, restaurants, and other businesses.

The council brings together technology employers, educators and workforce and economic development organizations to meet West Michigan's current and future technology talent needs.

The event features Nourishing Narratives, a national mobile film competition, and Living Histories: Grand Rapids, a new film project created by local students.

In addition to RV displays, vendors include campgrounds and travel destinations offering a range of activities and amenities, appealing to growing families as well as those seeking a simple, peaceful getaway.

The unit is now one of four non-dedicated ICUs in the state to receive this recognition.

The event will mark four decades of tri-campus partnership and serve as a powerful launchpad for purposeful engagement and positive change in West Michigan.   

The process for choosing a new mascot was based on student, employee, and alumni feedback.

Nearly 200 exhibitors will offer homeowners a one-stop destination to explore ideas, connect with trusted professionals, and turn inspiration into action.

The colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas responsible for approximately 21,000 deaths in the U.S. each year.

The 2026 calendar of events features the long-awaited return of internationally acclaimed glass artist Dale Chihuly alongside popular seasonal exhibitions and programs.

The initiative connects students with West Michigan’s high-demand industries through small-group employer conversations, structured career-readiness tools, and ongoing support that aligns education with city- and regional-level workforce needs.

Plans for the agreement were officially announced in July 2025 and were completed on January 1, 2026.

The honors were presented during the 2025 West Michigan Works! annual board meeting.

The achievement is held by only 17 communities nationwide.

The event brings a night of acoustic music to West Michigan while raising vital funds for the organization’s addiction recovery programs.

Tasting notes include smooth bready malt, citrusy hops, moderate sweetness, a touch of bitterness, and a crisp finish.