12 days of Snowflake Break: Curiosity is on the calendar at the GR Public Museum
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.
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Building democracy, one brick at a time
At the Brickworld Lego expo held in Grand Rapids during ArtPrize, a volunteer’s lesson on ranked choice voting using Legos captured hearts—and over 756,500 TikTok views.
Grand Rapids ghost hunt tour brings history and hauntings alive
Tours Around Michigan launches an interactive ghost hunt, blending real paranormal investigation tools with Grand Rapids’ rich and haunting history.
Ancient giants and local legends: Public Museum’s new exhibit opens a portal in time
Visit the Grand Rapids Public Museum to explore deep time, where Tyrannosaurs – Meet the Family and the Klapp Family Mastodon showcase a worldwide tale of evolution and a local find that highlights how curiosity is universal.
Grand Rapids Summit tackles AI, equity, and public safety challenges
Community leaders will unite in Grand Rapids to confront AI bias, explore ethical innovation, and promote justice through responsible technology practices.
Real stories, real connection: West Michigan embraces authentic storytelling
In an era overflowing with reality shows, streaming dramas, and endless social feeds, something quieter is happening in West Michigan: people are gathering in real rooms to tell true stories – their own.
From students to a tech icon: How Tech Week spotlights innovation
Tech Week Grand Rapids 2025 brought together innovators, students, and leaders, highlighting how curiosity and collaboration shape the region’s future.
GVSU has $3 billion impact on Michigan’s economy, report says
A new report finds GVSU fuels Michigan’s economy, generating $3 billion annually and supporting over 17,000 jobs statewide.
Grand Rapids retail incubator helps entrepreneurs turn ideas into stores
New downtown retail incubator offers space, training, and mentorship to help undercapitalized entrepreneurs launch lasting storefronts in Grand Rapids’ core.
Visualising change: A photo essay on Dégagé Ministries’ groundbreaking Complex Care Housing program
Rapid Growth Publisher Tommy Allen stepped inside Dégagé Ministries' new Complex Care Housing building, the first in the state to address chronic homelessness among women with complex needs who struggle to maintain permanent housing.One of its newest residents was his guide.
