For readers in Grand Rapids, this page covers community events, seasonal programming, entertainment venues and special attractions. Reporting follows the happenings that draw crowds across the city.
The Safe Alliances for Everyone Task Force will select five local initiatives to receive funding for community safety projects.
Live Poll
Do you believe local government grant programs are an effective way to reduce violence in your community?
Live Poll
Do you prefer when local businesses involve the community in their major branding or operational decisions?
The community selected The Abbey as the name for the new 3,500-square-foot venue in East Hills.
The museum collaborated with the local Anishinaabek community to update the exhibit with new technology and storytelling.
Live Poll
Do you trust that your local city council's recent spending decisions benefit your community?
The city council verified expenses and accepted traffic safety funding during its recent meeting.
Live Poll
Is the growing interest in socialist policies in the U.S. a cause for public concern?
The Grand Rapids school is hosting a forum on freedom, faith, and the future of America on October 1.
Live Poll
Do you believe hosting large athletic events like national championships is beneficial for your local community?
The national championship event will take place at Millennium Park from May 20 to May 23, 2027.
Coverage takes in seasonal celebrations, niche cultural gatherings, new entertainment venues and events that bring together the public. Reporting runs across the city and into the communities around it. Events that bridge multiple interests or draw record attendance frequently shape the focus of this coverage. The availability of outdoor spaces and public venues dictates the pace of programming throughout the year.
