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Hospital celebrates first-ever nursing scholarship recipients
The Nursing Scholars program was designed to remove financial barriers for aspiring nurses while creating a direct pipeline for talent to remain in the community.
Filipino restaurant to celebrate grand opening
Guests will also have the opportunity to enter a raffle for a chef’s dinner for two and a movie.
Nonprofits team up to improve care transitions
The partnership establishes a coordinated, good-faith approach to supporting residents when their care needs exceed the organization’s scope.
Orchestra to make its Gilmore Festival debut
The event features internationally acclaimed pianists across classical, jazz, and pop music and takes place at the St. Cecilia Music Center.
Broadway to host community night
Attendees can enjoy interactive experiences created in collaboration with John Ball Zoo, Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, and Playground GR.
Gardens reveal summer concert series lineup
Offering views of the Gardens and Sculpture Park, the 1,900-seat amphitheater features general-admission tiered lawn seating, free on-site parking, and full-service concessions.
Nonprofit appoints actor Aldis Hodge to Advisory Board
Hodge is an award-winning actor, producer and entrepreneur who is currently starring as Alex Cross in Prime Video’s Cross. His work spans major film and television projects, including One Night in Miami…, Black Adam and Straight Outta Compton.
Nonprofit brings community together for Celebrate Trails Day
Celebrate Trails Day is a national movement that highlights the importance of trails in supporting public health, connection, and quality of life.
Childcare challenges drive focus on workforce retention and recruitment
Panelists will share real-world strategies to address childcare challenges for working families.
Vending machines offer free, life-saving narcan kits
Opioid overdoses are a national emergency, claiming more than 50,000 lives per year, with more than 2,000 occurring in the state of Michigan alone.
Historic motel reimagined, opening in May
Renovations include professionally designed guest rooms with elevated finishes and carefully selected furnishings, alongside the addition of unique shared amenities and enhanced outdoor gathering spaces, including a pickleball court, sauna, fire pit, and hot tub.
City of Grand Rapids to host buyer-business exchange
Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, learn about purchasing needs, and better understand how vendors are selected.
State training grants help lakeshore employer strengthen workforce
Cycle 2 of the 2026 Going Pro Talent Fund is open through April 24.
Nonprofit supplying meals to Muskegon school after paused food service
The nonprofit is committed to providing a nutritious midday meal to Muskegon Maritime Academy for the remainder of the school year.
Branding and marketing company adds Chief Revenue Officer
He will lead the company’s sales, marketing, and customer service functions as it accelerates growth.
University giving students opportunity to build and launch a real satellite
The program is made possible by a generous gift from Calvin alumnus Michael and Wendi VanWoerkom, founder of ExoTerra, an aerospace company specializing in satellite propulsion systems and recently acquired by Voyager Space.
Leasing begins for downtown mixed-use redevelopment
The project marks Grand Rapids’ first major office-to-residential conversion and has already generated strong interest, with more than 60 prospective residents on the waitlist.
County park initiative encourages residents to create habitat at home
The initiative encourages residents to take simple, meaningful actions, such as planting native species and removing invasive plants, to restore ecosystems and support biodiversity throughout the county.
Local partners launch regional arts and culture strategy development
The effort is intended to be a comprehensive, community-informed plan that will strengthen the region's creative ecosystem and guide long-term investment in arts and culture across the county.
Downtown to host spring break promotion for “staycationers”
The first 1,000 visitors will receive a free Downtown Holland tote bag, along with an official Spring Fling shopping and dining passport, and a boarding pass featuring “flight” specials at participating restaurants.
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