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Feature Story stephencalkins Rapid Growth

Stephen Norregaard: Caretaker of memories

Bill LeeWednesday, February 22, 2023
Feature Story BK0A04381 Rapid Growth

Highlighting history through handcrafted works of art

Leandra Nisbet and Tyler HerbstreithWednesday, February 22, 2023
Feature Story Matthew-Shepard Rapid Growth

‘Considering Matthew Shepard’ to have West Michigan premiere

Shandra MartinezSunday, February 19, 2023
Feature Story This year, Opera Grand Rapids continues its Contemporary Opera series by presenting Peter Hilliard and Matt Boresi’s “The Last American Hammer.” This opera is centered on the flight of industrial jobs from America’s Midwest. Rapid Growth

Published Together: A 400+-year-old art form still has relevance today

By Emilee Syrewicze, Executive Director, Opera Grand RapidsWednesday, February 15, 2023
Feature Story Voices of Youth is a Rapid Growth program that connects high school students in the greater Grand Rapids area with paid journalism experience and opportunities. Rapid Growth

Grand Rapids students share perspectives through Voices of Youth

Lindsay PattonWednesday, February 15, 2023
Feature Story LowellArts Program Director Laurel Conrad is proud of the mission the nonprofit has upheld over the years. Rapid Growth

LowellArts: Connecting local artists to audiences for decades

Bill LeeWednesday, January 18, 2023
Feature Story Michigan musician Kait Rose Rapid Growth

Kait Rose, one “Bad Mother,” making her voice heard throughout West Michigan

Bill LeeWednesday, January 18, 2023
Feature Story Kay Walvoord is the CEO of the Holland Symphony Orchestra (Courtesy photo) Rapid Growth

Holland Symphony President Kay Walvoord strikes a high note

Kym ReinstadlerFriday, December 30, 2022
Feature Story A Common Redpoll. Rapid Growth

Birding programs have enthusiasts flocking to Ottawa County

Paul R. KopenkoskeyFriday, December 2, 2022
Feature Story GRCC music student Tyler Zahnke (GRCC) Rapid Growth

How Tyler Zahnke, a musician who is blind, is turning passion into a career

Shandra MartinezFriday, December 2, 2022
Feature Story Marisela Sierra won the 2022 Start Garden 100 pitch competition with her Navarro’s Mexican Takeout. Rapid Growth

Start Garden win lifts third-generation restaurateur’s dreams to next level

Shanika P. CarterMonday, October 3, 2022
Feature Story Hailey Cone (GRCC/Hailey Cone) Rapid Growth

GRCC student gaining following for her musical perspective

Shandra MartinezFriday, September 23, 2022
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Issue Media Group relaunches Upper Peninsula publication

UPword StaffThursday, September 15, 2022
Feature Story This year marks the Grand Haven Musical Fountain’s 60th anniversary. The milestone will include a new set of water features debuting on Aug. 27. Rapid Growth

Grand Haven Musical Fountain celebrates 60th anniversary

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, August 22, 2022
Feature Story The MuskegonCity Public Art Initiative, which began in 2018, is a project of the Community Foundation for Muskegon County and is responsible for the commissioning and development of 10 monumental works of public art in the Muskegon area. Rapid Growth

MuskegonCity Public Art Initiative bringing ‘monumental works’ to city

Kelsey SandersMonday, August 15, 2022
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