Event sponsorship applications are being accepted through February 29.

Affinity Mentoring, a Grand Rapids-based nonprofit that partners with businesses, organizations, and schools to match Kindergarten through 8th-grade students with mentors, has hired Lauren Enos as its new Program and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director.

The Grand Rapids Asian Pacific Foundation and Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. will host the Noodle Fest on Saturday, March 9, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The culinary showdown will feature a variety of noodle dishes from local vendors and live, family-friendly entertainment.

STEM Greenhouse, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing STEM proficiency among vulnerable students, has appointed four new board members.

In celebration of Black History Month, Start Garden and Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses are teaming up to celebrate the culture and hustle of Black entrepreneurs.

The Red Flags of Fraud presentations give older adults valuable information about local scams and tactics used by scammers.

The event aims to demystify Artificial Intelligence (AI) and explore its impact on businesses.

The new recognition honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in West Michigan.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) consultant Dr. Sandra Upton has published her first book, “MAKE IT LAST: A Roadmap and Practical Strategies for How to Do DEI.”

President of the Grand Rapids Symphony Keith C. Elder announced that the 2025 Celebration of Soul concert guest artist will be acclaimed Chicago-born rapper, actor, and activist Common. Known for his contributions to music, film, and social justice, Common has garnered three Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award throughout his career.

The Kent County Board of Commissioners passed two resolutions to secure funding to preserve 233.5 acres of farmland in Sparta Township.

Kent County Community Action (KCCA) invites the community to participate in its 36th annual Walk for Warmth event this Saturday, February 10.

Amidst rising costs and inflation, 10 area frontline workers were celebrated with Beverly A. Drake Essential Service Awards from West Michigan Works!. Honorees were recognized at The Economic Club of Grand Rapids meeting on February 5 and presented with a $100 gift card.

Downtown Holland will host its annual Girlfriends Weekend from Friday, March 1, to Sunday, March 3, inviting women to celebrate friendship through various activities, including shopping, dining, and classes.

The Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce has appointed new board leadership and a theme for the upcoming year.

The ranking recognizes exceptional workplaces within the legal industry, highlighting firms that excel in fostering a positive and supportive professional environment.

West Michigan Tech Talent will host a panel discussion on Wednesday, February 21, to demystify the hiring process of international students in the technology sector.

AIA Grand Rapids, a local chapter of the American Institute of Architects, has announced the election of new leadership and board members for the 2024 term.

Eastern Kille Distillery has opened its new $4.2M distillery, cocktail bar, and restaurant in Rockford. Located at 7755 Childsdale, the new facility sits on a 16-acre field and forest adjacent to the White Pine Trail.

The second annual event is a part of the foundation’s volunteer-led Black Legacy Fund. This community leadership initiative builds on the legacy of giving in Black communities in greater Grand Rapids.