Youth

Feature Story Zack Sporte of Walker's Zack's Bees.

Teen beekeeper builds buzz with sustainable honey

Solange SifaWednesday, June 4, 2025
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Vietnamese immigrants’ sacrifices, struggles shape daughter’s identity

Christina LeWednesday, May 14, 2025
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Grandson of Vietnamese refugees gratefully accepts his legacy

Ethan LienWednesday, May 14, 2025
Feature Story Chasity Fedon (left) participated in the Summer Youth Career Readiness Program last summer and said it gave her the tools and confidence to earn her first paycheck. Pictured with her manager her manager, Alysa Hoy, she is still employed there.

Summer career program expands to serve more youth

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 23, 2025
Feature Story A major attraction of GR Stories is its focus on research within community reporting to provide context.

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.

Youth film contest empowers stories on food justice

Shandra MartinezWednesday, March 5, 2025
Feature Story KDL doesn't have a library in Grattan Township, but the bookmobile has made several visits, and the library has sponsored special events such as a visit by the Critter Barn.

Kent District Library expands access with innovative services across Kent County

Shandra MartinezWednesday, February 26, 2025
Feature Story Through the after-school program, Mayor’s Youth Council (MYC), dozens of teens learn about and help positively influence their local government.

VOICES OF YOUTH: Grand Rapids youth increase civic engagement after school

Luke Fann Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Feature Story Fifth graders across Grand Rapids will explore spades, secrets, and family in “Playing the Cards You’re Dealt,” by Varian Johnson, the 2025 pick for the Grand Rapids Public Library’s One Book, One City for Kids program.

Grand Rapids Public Library unveils fifth-grade reading Initiative, author visit, and related events

Shandra MartinezWednesday, February 12, 2025
Feature Story For 10-year-old Connor Trelfa, the Spencer Township branch of the Kent District Library isn’t just a place to borrow books, it’s a second home.

Legendary Readers Program helps elementary students fall in love with reading

Shandra MartinezSaturday, November 30, 2024
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