Kent County is making progress on housing gap, but middle-income needs remain
Kent County has made modest progress in addressing its housing shortage, but still faces significant gaps for middle-income households, according to a new study from Housing Next.
West Michigan’s Fireworks Guide: July 4 Celebrations You Can’t Miss
Summer is in full swing in West Michigan, and the Fourth of July weekend will be here before we know it! Tons of communities around West Michigan take time to celebrate our country with parades, music, food, activities, and, of course, fireworks. With the Fourth of July falling on a...
Health For Life Counseling opens third facility in West Michigan
June is Men's Mental Health Awareness Month. Men account for nearly 80% of suicide deaths in the United States, yet only 33% of Michigan men with depression received counseling last year. The statistics on the men's mental health crisis continue to be alarming, and stem from multiple factors: 40% of...
Adobo Boy brings Filipino barbecue and beer to new Plainfield Avenue space
Adobo Boy is renovating a new space with plans to reopen as a full-service restaurant this fall. The small restaurant featuring authentic Filipino food is in the process of renovating a 1,300-square-foot space at 4492 Plainfield Ave. NE, where the restaurant will expand its food offerings and possibly add alcohol to...
Tips to keep yourself and your pets safe in a heat wave
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The first heat wave of the summer is set to hit West Michigan this weekend through early next week. With temperatures set to climb into the 90s along with sunshine and humidity, the Kent County Health Department (KCHD) and Kent County Animal Shelter (KCAS) are sharing tips to keep the community...
Local Love: GR’s Coolest Buildings Ranked by Residents
The City of Grand Rapids, Michigan, is 175 years old and has several iconic buildings. Recently, locals shared their opinions on the coolest buildings in town. Grand Rapids was established as a city in 1850, but it was first settled in 1826 as a village. European settlers were not the first people in the area since...
Trial date set for civil suit against Christopher Schurr
A trial date has been set in the civil wrongful death lawsuit against former Grand Rapids Police officer Christopher Schurr in the death of Patrick Lyoya.
Clean Air Action Day declared for ozone levels on Saturday
A Clean Air Action Day has been declared for six counties in West Michigan for Saturday, June 21 because ozone levels are expected to rise.
Mel Trotter Ministries launches ‘Code Red’ effort for homeless during heatwave
With a heatwave expected to bring temperatures over 90 degrees this weekend, Mel Trotter Ministries is taking action to support the city's homeless population.
Grand Rapids celebrates Juneteenth with events and calls for continued progress
Calder Plaza was buzzing with the excitement for the 5th Annual Juneteenth Jam. Celebrating Black art, entertainment, and history.
