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Feature Story Estelle Slootmaker with her new children’s book, Places Where the Sun Don’t Shine. Rapid Growth

Journalist's whimsical children’s book celebrates collaboration, community roots

Shandra MartinezThursday, September 11, 2025
Feature Story Christopher Tallon highlights 10 diverse and original Grand Rapids podcasts as refreshing alternatives to celebrity-driven shows. Rapid Growth

Looking for real voices? These 10 Grand Rapids podcasts deliver big

Christopher TallonFriday, August 29, 2025
Feature Story Dale Robertson, GRPM’s president and CEO, loves the research behind his favorite carousel animal. Rapid Growth

Carousel of belonging: a real joy ride (coming soon)

Tommy AllenWednesday, August 27, 2025
Feature Story Brandon Copeland of Grammotones Rapid Growth

One beat at a time: Brandon Copeland and the creative heart of community-building

Tommy AllenWednesday, August 27, 2025
Feature Story KDL’s Vibes program pays artists, streams local music, and hosts Vibes Fest on Sept. 13, connecting community members with West Michigan’s diverse musicians. Rapid Growth

Kent District Library’s Vibes Fest showcases West Michigan musical talent

Shandra MartinezWednesday, August 27, 2025
Feature Story Held in Grand Rapids, the Pleasant Peninsula Mural Festival features artists from across the country. Rapid Growth

Grand Rapids mural festival blends art, ecology, and creative mentorship

Shandra MartinezWednesday, August 13, 2025
Feature Story The great white shark almost appears to be smiling as you approach it. Rapid Growth

Sharks: From ‘Duunn‑dun’ to deep breaths

Tommy AllenWednesday, July 30, 2025
Feature Story Christopher Tallon Rapid Growth

GR author explores cults, courage, and astral projection adventure

Shandra MartinezWednesday, July 9, 2025
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
Feature Story smallbaynards Rapid Growth

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
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