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Feature Story BUSTED offers layered accessibility, including an Exhibition Youth Guide. Rapid Growth

Face-to-face: Meijer Gardens’ “BUSTED” exhibit revolutionizes the way we see our shared humanity

By Tommy AllenWednesday, June 25, 2025
Feature Story Click this image to watch Flora's animation about the stink bug. Rapid Growth

Flora's animated guide to fighting invasive species

Flora Duckworth-GuerraWednesday, June 11, 2025
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Flora's illustrated guide to managing invasive species

Flora Duckworth-GuerraWednesday, June 11, 2025
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Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives raising funds for expansion

Shanika P. CarterSunday, June 8, 2025
Feature Story The Hispanic Center of Western Michigan (HCWM) has acquired the Tri-Cities Puentes Initiative. Rapid Growth

Hispanic Center expands Lakeshore reach through Tri-Cities Puentes acquisition

Shandra MartinezWednesday, May 28, 2025
Feature Story SMALL-DeVosCapacityBuildingGR. Rapid Growth

Strengthening arts organizations: The DeVos Institute’s capacity-building initiative in GR

Tommy AllenWednesday, May 14, 2025
Feature Story Matt Acker, co-owner of Pavement Ends, is all smiles at the start of the race. Rapid Growth

Gravel, growth, and the future of Barry-Roubaix in rural Michigan

Tommy AllenWednesday, April 23, 2025
Feature Story Marcus Ringnalda, construction consultant and historic preservationist, purchased the Four Star Theatre and formed the Friends of Four Star, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to save the iconic building and restore it as a multi-use cul Rapid Growth

Historic theater revives as creative hub for community

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 23, 2025
Feature Story Rynita McGuire, crowned Ms. Wheelchair Michigan 2025, uses her platform to inspire mentorship, advocate for inclusion, and challenge disability stereotypes. Rapid Growth

Ms. Wheelchair Michigan 2025 advocates for the mentorship she wishes she had

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 9, 2025
Feature Story Shanika P. Carter Rapid Growth

Author channels passion for writing into new book and upcoming retreat

Shandra MartinezWednesday, March 26, 2025
Feature Story KCAD's Fashion Studies students gather around the table to discuss runway show plans. Rapid Growth

Couture Code: KCAD’s students' capstone collections aim to be more inclusive …and sustainable

Tommy AllenWednesday, March 26, 2025
Feature Story A major attraction of GR Stories is its focus on research within community reporting to provide context. Rapid Growth

GR Stories: How community storytelling builds bridges, fosters belonging, & preserves hidden history

Tommy AllenWednesday, March 26, 2025
Feature Story Lack of access to equipment, education, and platforms often limits entry into the traditional storytelling landscape. Rapid Growth

Youth film contest empowers stories on food justice

Shandra MartinezWednesday, March 5, 2025
Feature Story MMA Executive Director Kirk Hallman. Rapid Growth

Muskegon Museum of Art's $15.4M Expansion: a cultural gem shines brightly steps from Grand Rapids

Shandra MartinezWednesday, March 5, 2025
Feature Story Franciscan Life Process Center Art Director Kathleen Bechtel Rapid Growth

Designed in Michigan: Reawaken creativity at the Franciscan Life Process Center

Tommy AllenWednesday, February 26, 2025
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