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Orchestra fuses music and movement with free August event series
The free summer series features dance demonstrations and classes in a variety of music styles, including swing, Dutch Dance, Zumba, and more, with activities designed for all ages.
Downtown series celebrate 20 years with party and discounts
In addition to enjoying the sights and sounds of 25 different performing artists and groups, attendees can enjoy discounts, prizes, and giveaways.
Rehabilitation hospital earns top 10 national ranking
Rankings are based on factors including clinical outcomes, physician perception, quality of care, and patient experience.
Inaugural mentality conference to empower student athletes
The conference aims to provide incoming freshman student athletes with a safe space to learn about mental health and to give them the tools to navigate their journeys as valued individuals.
Rehabilitation center opens in Ionia
Services will include pediatric care, student athletes, work injury, pain management, post-stroke and post-injury support, outpatient physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy.
Arts organization achieves record-breaking 35th anniversary season
With more than 157,000 attendees throughout the 2023-2024 season, Broadway Grand Rapids has announced record-breaking attendance and ticket sales for its 35th year.
Downtown Holland hosts annual cultural celebration
The week culminates with the annual LAUP Fiesta celebration and car show on Saturday, July 20, and Sunday, July 21, at the Holland Civic Center Place.
Wealth management firm continues planned growth
The office expansion more than doubled the size of the existing space.
Special rush tickets available for students and educators
“MJ: The Musical” will be on stage at DeVos Performance Hall from July 9-14.
Juice bar set to open in Grand Rapids
A new luxury juice bar is set to open in downtown Grand Rapids this summer, offering a blend of health, wellness, and community empowerment.
Updated website provides easier access to health inspection reports
The enhanced online portal is designed to provide the public with easy access to inspection reports for food establishments, body art shops, and public swimming pools.
Foundation awards $100,000 to support LGBTQ+ health and wellness
Recently, the fund awarded $100,000 in grants and has contributed over $403,971 since its inception in 2014.
94 employers awarded $4.8 million in talent grants
The awards will support the training of 919 new hires, 387 new apprentices and 1,263 incumbent workers, significantly boosting job growth, skill development and workforce capabilities across multiple industries.
University expands summer health camp for youth
The free HEALTH Summer Camp aims to empower young individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead healthy lives.
Arts organization elects new leadership
Broadway Grand Rapids has elected a new Executive Committee and added two members to its Board of Directors.
Youth employment supported with free transportation
Local businesses and nonprofit organizations employing young individuals aged 15-19 are encouraged to apply for unlimited monthly bus passes. The deadline to apply is July 1, 2024.
Jewelry business constructing new West Side store
The store is expected to be completed in mid-October.
Foundation names new Executive Director
In this role, she will focus on growing community connections and increasing the foundation's visibility.
Entertainment venue and restaurant hiring ahead of its grand opening
Applications for positions at the restaurant are now being accepted.
Youth digital media and career development nonprofit expands leadership
The members bring experience working with companies such as 2K Games, ABC, Adobe Inc., Apple TV+, Coca-Cola, FOX, Fox Corporation, NBC, Netflix, Nike, Inc., Sony Pictures, Spotify, Taco Bell, The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, The Walt Disney Company and Marvel Studios, and Walmart.