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At KDL’s Summer Wonder series, literacy appears disguised as dinosaurs, bubbles, and, most of all, discovery

KDL’s Summer Wonder program turns reading into shared discovery, helping families build curiosity, strengthen relationships, and find community.

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The wheels on the bus go ’round and ’round: Grand Rapids’ Central Station Early Childhood Center

The Rapid takes mom and dad to work -– and the littles to a brand new daycare opening in September 2026.

Shortage of affordable housing squeezes economic growth, report says

Developer Day report explores responses to housing shortages, industrial demand, and changing market conditions.

Kids’ Food Basket, schools join to address rural hunger

Partnerships between rural schools, Kids’ Food Basket identify food insecurity, connect families with support, and improve nutrition.

KDL event becomes world’s largest book club gathering

More than 6,000 readers filled Van Andel Arena as authors Kristin Hannah and Megan Chance discussed friendship, books and belonging during KDL’s On the Same Page. Those who missed the sold-out event can watch a recording through July 9.

Three years in the making, the Grand Rapids Public Museum turns curiosity toward the river

Grand Rapids has been rediscovering its river for years, and starting June 13, the Grand Rapids Public Museum is ready to meet you there.

Voices of Youth: Lessons learned from listening to young people

Over the past three years, Voices of Youth has shown us that by actively listening to what young people want, we often develop better ideas. Here, Publisher Tommy Allen reflects on the achievements and lessons learned over three years with Voices of Youth. 

Voices of Youth spotlights East Kentwood students’ family history project

Voices of Youth spotlights East Kentwood’s immigration storytelling project and shares three student essays preserving immigrant family histories and journeys.

Health careers expo helps students explore opportunities beyond medical roles

As part of our Voices of Youth series, student journalist Mazonnah Holiday reported on the Future Rounds Health Careers Expo, where students explored healthcare career paths and connected with professionals.

New talent report highlights AI gap, workforce shifts in region

The Right Place’s 2026 Talent Report outlines AI challenges, labor shifts, and strategies to attract, develop, and retain the regional workforce.

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