FHC’s involvement in the Family Promise Christmas store continues to be essential to its...
This year, the students and staff at FHC raised over $27,400 for Family Promise of West Michigan. While to most students at FHC, this is just a number marking an intangible success for fundraising, to the families benefiting from the Christmas store, it’s an incredible achievement. After being partnered for 13 years,...
New trauma center is helping violent crime survivors heal free of charge
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Violent crime survivors can now receive free psychiatric and mental health services at Corewell Health’s new trauma recovery center. The recovery center, located at Corewell’s community medicine clinic at 75 Sheldon Blvd. SE, will offer therapy, case management and psychiatric medication services...
Grand Rapids accepts $300K state grant for mountain bike park renovation
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Grand Rapids has received a $300,000 state grant that will help fund improvements to its mountain bike park. The grant from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources was accepted by the Grand Rapids City Commission Tuesday, Nov. 18. The project will include new mountain bike...
Godwin Middle students learn culinary skills through hands-on cooking program
Students from Godwin Middle School in Wyoming participated in a unique culinary experience at the Godwin Mercado, learning essential cooking skills through hands-on activities with Team 21.
Seeking Homebrewing Supplies in GR: The Closure of O’Connor’s
In the wake of O'Connor's closure, homebrewers in Grand Rapids are left wondering where to source their supplies. From fittings and bottles to sanitizer and other essentials, the search for a reliable supplier is on. The discussion has taken to social media, with several suggestions and experiences being shared by...
Schnitzel, raclette cheese: 5 can’t-miss foods at Grand Rapids’ Christkindl Markt
Known for its enchanting European ambiance, the market at 435 Ionia Ave. SW is carefully curated with lots of tasty food.
Grand Rapids Police Seek Armed Robbery Suspect In Cannabis Store
In a surprising twist, social media is buzzing with jokes about a suspect who chose a rather questionable disguise during a recent armed robbery.
Man asked for water at home’s back door before slashing homeowner, killing family dog
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI -- A man asked for water at an Olive Township home’s back door before slashing the homeowner and fatally wounding the family dog. Details of the Nov. 18 attack at a home in the 11800 block of New Holland Street are contained in court documents obtained by MLive.
Grand Rapids Fire Department shares safety tips ahead of Thanksgiving
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Thanksgiving is just a week away, and the Grand Rapids Fire Department (GRFD) has shared tips on how to ensure your feast doesn't go up in flames. Fire officials said Thanksgiving remains the top day for kitchen fires in the United States. In Grand Rapids, kitchen fires accounted for more than...
Where is the Best Hot Chocolate in Grand Rapids?
As the chill sets in, cozy up with the best hot chocolate spots in Grand Rapids, where each sip feels like a warm hug on a cold day.
