When the Grand Rapids Public Museum (GRPM) initiated the renovation of its 1928 Spillman Carousel, accessibility was top of mind. For David Bulkowski, executive director of Disability Advocates Kent ...

Kristin Revere, founder of Gold Coast Doulas, is shining a national spotlight on Grand Rapids, earning two major honors this year: a spot on the entrepreneurial reality docu-series “The Blox” and ...

During the holiday season, Grand Rapids transforms into something straight out of a Hallmark movie — complete with real snow and better shopping. The streets sparkle, windows glow, and behind every ...

Every spring, Hastings — a peaceful town with around 7,500 residents — undergoes a remarkable transformation. During the weekend of the Barry-Roubaix gravel cycling race, the town’s population nearly ...

For 19-year-old Zack Sporte, beekeeping comes with a sting – sometimes more than 50 in a single day. But he says the rewards far outweigh the pain. As the founder of Zack’s Bees, he began his journey ...

For the past 20 years, West Michigan Tech Trends has been both a reflection and a driving force behind the region's evolving relationship with technology. Since it began in 1999 as a small gathering ...

West Michigan’s recreational environment is undergoing a significant shift due to climate change, characterized by milder winters and increasingly unpredictable seasons. The U.S. Department of ...

When Sharon Caldwell-Newton looks at the new 12,000-square-foot veterinary clinic taking shape on Walker Village Drive, she sees a lifeline for thousands of pet owners struggling to afford veterinary ...

When Ronny Richardson reflects on his life, he sees a journey marked by resilience and a deep commitment to his community. Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Ronny — the name everyone refers to him by — ...

The Yours, Mine, and Ours — Public Health series highlights how our state's public health agencies keep us healthy, safe, and informed about issues impacting physical and mental health in our ...

Keira VanderKolk believes the future of agriculture begins with better livestock nutrition. The Hudsonville High School graduate is heading to Iowa State University to study animal science with a ...

The Grand Rapids Public Museum (GRPM) stands as a beacon of curiosity and belonging in West Michigan. While museums are often seen as houses of history, GRPM is proving they can also be spaces for ...