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Gardens offering free admission to military personnel this summer
The program provides free admission for currently serving members of the U.S. military, plus up to five family members.
Coalition directs youth towards potential
The coalition focuses on providing consistent positive role models and pathways forward for youth facing systemic challenges such as violence, theft, and drugs.
Pops at the Pier to feature hits from Broadway and the big screen
The evening begins early with a pre-concert performance by the Holland Concert Jazz Orchestra.
Campaign elevates public school voices of youth across Michigan
Students are invited to create and submit 30- to 60-second vertical videos sharing a positive, real-life experience from their public school.
Aviation exhibit celebrates history, flight, and STEM learning
This interactive exhibit invites audiences to explore multiple aspects of aviation, from the rich history of the Tuskegee Airmen to 21st-century STEM concepts.
Automotive repair shop opens new Byron Center location
The Byron Township shop marks the couple’s second location, joining their existing Plainfield operation.
Nature preserve earns old-growth forest designation
The designation honors forests with exceptional ecological value and ensures they remain permanently protected and open to the public.
Exhibition brings together more than 130 works of fin-de-siècle France
The exhibition brings together more than 130 works by some of the era's most celebrated artists, highlighting an extraordinary chapter of artistic, cultural, and social change.
Gardens announce Tuesday Evening Music Club lineup
12 shows feature groups ranging from indie bands and folk musicians to Motown and a return performance by the Grand Rapids Ballet to end the summer.
Lakeshore farmers market opens, welcomes new vendors
Customers are encouraged to shop early in the day for the best product selection.
Sports commission hosts dedication of $13.5M complex expansion
The complex was expanded on more than 12 acres to the south to make space for new assets.
Student-athlete beats cancer, earns degree and conference title
At the 2026 MIAA Championships, he delivered a career-best javelin throw of 49.08 meters while helping Calvin capture the conference title.
Rehabilitation provider opens new location
The outpatient center is designed to support patients at every stage of recovery through personalized, goal-oriented therapy delivered by a multidisciplinary care team.
New creative hub opens for art, community, and opportunity
The hub is a community-centered space dedicated to uplifting youth voices, fostering creativity, and strengthening cultural connections in Grand Rapids’ Burton Heights neighborhood.
Cancer center to undergo $22.7 million update
The project will ensure that the center remains a state-of-the-art facility, using the best treatments available to help patients and families at every stage of their cancer journey.
County to host free National Astronomy Day event
The free, family-friendly event features solar viewing, a self-guided Planet Walk, an evening lecture titled Perspectives of Scale, and nighttime telescope viewing with constellation stories.
Theatre group to stage “Princess Ida”
The comic operetta, written by Gilbert and Sullivan over a century ago, examines the role of feminist ideals amongst an absurdist landscape of arranged marriage, a hunger for war, and cross-dressing for the sake of love.
Cleaning startup launches app redesign
Customers can now customize each room in real time by selecting upgrades such as deep cleaning, inside appliance cleaning, and cabinet detailing as they build their service.
Two craft beer leaders join forces in innovative brewing partnership
As the industry continues to face challenges, the two long-standing craft beer pillars in West Michigan are helping one another.
Jazz night kicks off partnership supporting public media
The evening will feature performances by Candid Antics and the Grand Rapids Jazz Orchestra.
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