Visitors explore the Annual Student Exhibition at FSU's Kendall College of Art and Design.
Visitors explore the Annual Student Exhibition at FSU's Kendall College of Art and Design. Courtesy of KCAD
Instructor Shawn Nichols leads the Monday night adult band class at East Hill's Triumph Music Academy
Instructor Shawn Nichols leads the Monday night adult band class at East Hill's Triumph Music Academy Tommy Allen
Tommy Allen
Disability Advocates of Kent County celebrates another successful Interview Day.
Disability Advocates of Kent County celebrates another successful Interview Day. Tommy Allen
Grand Stand Pictures welcomes Detroit's Marvin Towns, special segment director, for the final day of "A City Within a City" production.
Grand Stand Pictures welcomes Detroit's Marvin Towns, special segment director, for the final day of "A City Within a City" production. Tommy Allen

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Vietnamese legacy: A granddaughter claims her place in her family's story

Jennifer PhamWednesday, May 14, 2025
Jennifer Pham tells the story of her grandfather’s escape from war-torn Vietnam and her family’s enduring resilience across generations.  
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Vietnamese immigrants’ sacrifices, struggles shape daughter’s identity

Christina LeWednesday, May 14, 2025
A daughter shares her parents’ journey from Vietnam to Grand Rapids and how their sacrifices shaped her identity and community.
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'No dream is too big’: A family’s journey from Vietnam to the U.S.

Amberly Nguyen Wednesday, May 14, 2025
Amberly Nguyen recounts her grandparents’ journey from war-torn Vietnam to Grand Rapids, revealing a story of faith, sacrifice, and resilience.
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Grandson of Vietnamese refugees gratefully accepts his legacy

Ethan LienWednesday, May 14, 2025
Ethan Lien writes about his grandparents’ escape from Vietnam, reflecting on their sacrifice, resilience, and the legacy he carries.
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Students preserve stories of Vietnam War survivors

Shandra MartinezWednesday, May 14, 2025
East Kentwood students honor their families’ refugee journeys through oral histories about the 50th anniversary of the fall of Saigon.
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Strengthening arts organizations: The DeVos Institute’s capacity-building initiative in GR

Tommy AllenWednesday, May 14, 2025
Five months into a two-year effort, the Capacity Building: Grand Rapids program is helping 14 local arts groups strengthen strategy, sustainability, and global impact. 
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Dwelling Place workers, residents reflect on 45 years of impactful moments

Shandra MartinezThursday, May 8, 2025
The Grand Rapids nonprofit, which develops and manages affordable housing, is marking this milestone by sharing the powerful, personal moments that define its impact.
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Advocates rally to protect seniors from Medicaid cuts

Shandra MartinezThursday, May 8, 2025
Facing proposed Medicaid cuts, Michigan’s PACE leaders are mobilizing communities and lawmakers to preserve vital care that helps seniors age at home.  
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KDL expands summer services with free meals, pantry access

Shandra MartinezWednesday, May 7, 2025
Kent District Library branches are tackling food insecurity with expanded summer meals and a Little Free Pantry, reinforcing libraries as trusted hubs of care and connection.
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Partnership empowers youth with disabilities through employment access

Shandra MartinezTuesday, May 6, 2025
A Steelcase Foundation grant fuels collaboration to help young adults with disabilities in Kent County transition successfully to careers.
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Cherry Health’s Belknap Commons Dental Center eases dental emergency burden

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 30, 2025
Cherry Health’s Grand Rapids Belknap clinic offers urgent dental care in the evenings, reducing ER visits and improving access for underserved and working patients.
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Grand Rapids entrepreneur shines nationally through TV show, fellowship

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 30, 2025
Kristin Revere, CEO of Gold Coast Doulas, earns national honors through The Blox reality show and 2024 Tory Burch Fellowship.
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KDL’s foraging classes, seed library build connection between food, community

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 30, 2025
Through free seed libraries and foraging classes, Kent District Library empowers residents to grow, harvest, and connect with food and nature.
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'Knowledge to All': How the Grand Rapids Public Museum fosters belonging through education

Tommy AllenWednesday, April 30, 2025
As museums evolve into vibrant participants in civic education and inclusive narratives, the Grand Rapids Public Museum honors its founding commitment—“Knowledge to All”—as both a legacy and a springboard for future initiatives.
Feature Story During a recent Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce event, Comcast kicked off its latest round of RISE grants and support packages to help 100 Grand Rapids and Muskegon small businesses grow, innovate, and thrive.

Comcast RISE to provide 100 grants to GR, Muskegon small businesses

Shandra MartinezMonday, April 28, 2025
Comcast RISE offers grants and support packages to help 100 Grand Rapids and Muskegon small businesses grow, innovate, and thrive.
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