Learn about African American leaders who championed racial justice in Grand Rapids and partake in meaningful discussions regarding today's racism in West Michigan.

Why should kids at story time have all the fun? It's Heidi Nagel's mission to expose the Kent District Library to older crowds, and she's doing so quite well with the addition of KD Ale events at local libraries. UIX editor Matthew Russell finds out how the KDL is connecting curious patrons with like-minded communities at your local branch.

Rapid Growth's New in Town panelists shared the good, the bad, and the funny about being newcomers or boomerangs to West Michigan last week Thursday at the UICA. We compiled some of the best lines of the night via Twitter, so read on for a glimpse into this important and honest conversation.