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County parks walking program returns April 29
The free, eight-week initiative is designed to help participants of all fitness levels stay active.
Award-winning chefs unite to benefit kids nutrition
This year’s featured chefs include Chef of the Year Kurt Kwiatkowski, Chef Professional Mick Rickerd, Junior Culinarian Cameron Weibel, and Chef Educator Jacob Bandstra.
Mental health advocate to represent Michigan at Miss Petite USA pageant
She is Michigan’s first queen from Grand Rapids and will compete for the title of Ms. Petite USA in July in Chicago.
Charity golf outing moves, raises funds for youth housing stability
This is the first time the outing will take place at a new location since its inception 37 years ago.
Hotel debuts immersive wine series
The series offers a simple way to explore the nuances of wine.
Art and floral design celebration returns to museum
This one-weekend-only exhibition welcomes visitors to experience floral installations in the Museum’s galleries by 13 of West Michigan’s top floral designers.
5K raises awareness for limb loss
Last year’s event garnered over 300 participants and raised over $20,000.
Rowing club launches first annual river cleanup
To celebrate their efforts, participants are invited for a complimentary lunch after the cleanup.
Nonprofit launches campaign to create affordable housing
The campaign aims build 100 affordable homes in Grand Rapids.
Fund management organization appoints new principal
This latest promotion to the position of principal and full-time employment status comes after she obtained her doctorate in Chemical and Biological Engineering from Northwestern University in Chicago.
Golf course rolls out new carts for 2025 season
Since 1965, the course has been a premier public golf course in West Michigan, known for its rolling fairways and well-maintained grounds.
County protects its 9th ag property
The agreement guarantees the land will continue to be used for agricultural purposes in perpetuity.
8,000 students engage with high-demand careers
Through interactive exhibits and direct engagement with industry professionals, students experienced careers in six high-demand industries: agribusiness, advanced manufacturing, construction, health care, hospitality, and IT.
Museum appoints new board members and officers
Alongside the appointments, GRAM welcomes new officers to its museum board of trustees.
Esports activations bring gaming, blockchain, and career opportunities to GRPS
The activations are open to up to 50 Grand Rapids Public Schools students ages 13 and older.
Architecture association elects new board leadership
The chapter has increased its focus on developing a new strategic plan, fully funding a new scholarship endowment, creating a new leadership grant for its members, and bridging the gap between licensure and seasoned industry professionals.
Gardens welcomes new Vice President
With more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, fund development, and strategic donor engagement, he will have a key role in advancing Meijer Gardens’ mission through philanthropic partnerships and community support.
Nonprofit to kick-off development of tiny home project
The organization will host a “ground-breaking wall-raising” event at the site of what’s known as Hope Village, in the 100 block of Garden Avenue SE.
Mentoring nonprofit appoints new board members
The nonprofit facilitates equitable growth in K-8 student academics, social emotional skills, and self-esteem through one-on-one mentoring relationships at three Grand Rapids Public Schools and three Godfrey Lee Public Schools.
Construction company honors owner with $100K scholarship endowment ahead of retirement
Roussey grew up as the son of a general contractor and has since been a fixture in the construction industry for over 57 years.