Scholar Yilin Wendland-Liu's journey from rural China to West Michigan leadership, embracing identity, empowering youth, and strengthening Asian American community connections.
What began as a snow-day chat with Kaya DeerInWater soon evolved into a trail-side lesson in reciprocity, encouraging West Michigan to view greenways not merely as pathways to develop, but as relationships to respect.
As Rapid Growth marks its 20th anniversary, publisher Tommy Allen reflects on what the publication’s solutions journalism model has meant for telling the stories of Grand Rapids. While he has not led the organization for its entire history, Allen has spent two decades as one of its key storytellers, much of that time as a photographer.
Grand Rapids Public Museum’s highly anticipated annual live-music series Concerts Under the Stars returns in 2026. Historically, delaying ticket purchases for this series might result in missing this once-a-year event entirely.
At a time when winter slows the city down, Snowflake Break shows how curiosity, culture, and community come together at the Grand Rapids Public Museum.
Donor support is needed to sustain BANK, which prevents evictions through one-time rental assistance and services that build lasting housing stability.
With over 100 free databases, KDL gives patrons powerful tools for business research, skill building, and personal finance.
Nestled in the center of Grand Rapids, a group of fashion-oriented creatives is subtly turning South Division Avenue into a lively cultural hub rooted in sustainability, community, and shared goals.
At Dutch-American Heritage Day, retailer leader and author Hank Meijer reflects on family stories, immigrant roots, and the legacy of Fred and Lena Meijer.
A Grand Valley State University project is working to create an integrated mobile care team to serve foster kids' complex health needs.
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