The Klapp Family Mastodon Elf is just one of the many elves participating in the museum-wide Elf Hunt. Winter often narrows our experiences, as the chill and waning daylight hours force many of us to ...

Most of us by now recognize the iconic Eames Lounge and the Noguchi table and know the names George Nelson, Herman Miller and Steelcase. And we understand these names are synonymous with innovative ...

United Way programs and local volunteers provide gifts, resources, and easy ways for residents to support families struggling during the holiday season.

When Jon Brickner received a job offer from Alticor, he knew the position was a good one. “It was exactly the work I was looking for, and the pay was right,” said Brickner, 29, a performance ...

If you survey all the holdings of her micro corporate empire, you may come away with the impression that Kelly Jansens Boos is getting rich. She’s not, and that’s just fine with her for right now. “My ...

Although there are many benefits to a growing city, the downside of such growth is often lack of housing. The Grand Rapids community is currently experiencing a housing shortage, much like most of the ...

The rolling landscaped grounds and impeccably maintained buildings of the Marywood Campus on East Fulton Street lie just outside of East Grand Rapids. Inside the Dominican Center building on a cold ...

This article is part of Rapid Growth’s Voices of Youth series, which features content created by Kent County youth in partnership with Rapid Growth staff mentors, as well as feature stories by adult ...

Contestants at Ms. Wheelchair America experienced accessible transportation together in Grand Rapids, highlighting community partnerships improving inclusion and mobility. For the 18 women competing ...

Consider the statistics: Only 15 percent of female college freshmen go into STEM fields, and only .4 percent enter computer science fields as opposed to three percent of men. And while some believe ...

For the second year in a row, a memorial for unclaimed neighbors in Grand Rapids will take place at the city’s Oak Grove Cemetery, 2531 Kalamazoo Ave. SE. Anyone, of any age, is invited to come to the ...

Rooted in Grand Rapids' manufacturing legacy, Uncle Goose crafts handcrafted wooden toys that inspire imaginative play, promote learning, and prioritize sustainability. On a quiet street at the edge ...