Sep 9, 2026
Grand Rapids Is BLOWING UP — Cranston, Scooters, Esports & More!
Scooters, esports, Bryan Cranston & fall fun—Grand Rapids is buzzing! 🎉
Aug 26, 2026
🚨Painted Turtles, Burger Battles & Big Brother: Grand Rapids Is NOT Playing It Safe!
Burgers, blue turtles, Christkindl markets & more — West Michigan is buzzing! 🎉
Aug 19, 2026
Dams Blown Up, Records Wiped Clean & Wienermobiles Invade Grand Rapids 🌊🌭
🎶 Free festivals, dam drama, wieners & more — GR is POPPING this week!
Aug 12, 2026
Grand Rapids Is Exploding: New Eats, Hall of Fame Snubs, Medical Breakthroughs & A 115-Year Secret!
New eats, a fun run, Hall of Fame honors, med-tech buzz & 115 years of theatre magic in GR! 🎉
Jul 29, 2026
GR's Dog Bus, Willis & 50 Cent, 21% Vacancies & A City Going Green 🐾🎬🌳
Dog buses, Bruce Willis & 50 Cent, green honors, sky bridges & more GR news! 🐾🎬🌳
Jul 8, 2026
Controversial: New DIY Auto Garage Sparks Debate in West Michigan🚗🔧🔥
Don't miss out on the excitement in West Michigan this week! From a new DIY auto garage to a premier pickleball tournament, there's something for everyone! 🚗🎾🍝🍻🎶🌍🎉 #WestMIEvents
Jul 1, 2026
"Controversy & Creativity: Crow-Held Market, Cider Showdown, Outdoor Oasis, Singer Scare & Epic Events!"
Discover local creativity, award-winning ciders, the ultimate outdoor oasis, and more in this week's newsletter! 🌟🍎🌳 #WestMichiganEvents
Jun 24, 2026
"Grand Rapids Thrives: Best-Run City, $1.5M Medical Debt Erased, Macy Gray at Pride, Invasive Elm Sawfly Alert!"
"Grand Rapids Thrives: Best-Run City, Medical Debt Erased, Macy Gray at Pride, Elm Tree Protection, Monopoly Live, Morrison Lake Paradise, & More! Upcoming Events Inside!"
Jun 17, 2026
"Revolutionizing Grand Rapids: Trail Expansion, Small-Town Charm, Juneteenth Celebration & More!"
Explore outdoor spaces in Grand Rapids, discover the charm of Byron Center, celebrate progress on the Grand River Edges Trail project, empower community advocacy with Juneteenth events, and experience summer fun in West Michigan! Join the Grand Rapids Public Museum for carousel rides and family-friendly fun at their new riverfront space! 🌳🎠🌞 #GrandRapidsEvents #SummerFun
Jun 3, 2026
"Revitalizing Grand Rapids: River Restoration, Literacy Success, Inclusive Wine Bar, Historic Mansion, Lottery Winner & More!"
Discover the latest in Grand Rapids: River restoration, literacy success, diverse wine bar, historic mansion recognition, lottery win! Plus, don't miss our upcoming events! 🎉
May 13, 2026
Grand Rapids Buzz: Amphitheater Celebrations, FutureShield Showcase, and Affordable Housing Initiatives!
Exciting updates from Grand Rapids - Contractor celebration, community-voted guides, revolutionary flood barriers, affordable housing initiatives, and more! Plus, don't miss our upcoming events! 🎉
Apr 22, 2026
"Riverwalk Revolution: Art, Service, + Security in Grand Rapids"
Exciting updates in Grand Rapids: Riverwalk Project, Chihuly exhibit, student renovations in Mississippi, and increased police presence at concerts! 🌟🎨🔨🚔
Apr 8, 2026
"Decking Dominance, Education Debate, Highway Havoc, and Rail Roadblock: This Week's Headlines!"
"Big moves in decking market, tax debate on private school tuition, tanker fire causes chaos, Amtrak line canceled indefinitely. Read all about it!"
Apr 1, 2026
April Spotlight: First Woman to Fly Around Moon, Michigan Travel Guide, Easter Charity, Goodwill Cybersecurity Breach, Metro Detroit Population Trends
Newsletter: Free Business Spotlights in April! Christina Koch to fly around the moon, Explore Michigan travel guide, Guiding Light's Easter meal, Goodwill's cybersecurity challenges, Population trends in Metro Detroit! Exciting events ahead!
Mar 25, 2026
"Oberon Day Cheers, Veteran Suicide Awareness, Bagel Community, DQ Revamp, Carousel Restoration!"
Get ready for Oberon Day at Bell's Brewery, a 30-mile run for veteran suicide prevention, homemade bagel delights, Dairy Queen's grand reopening, and exciting renovations for the Spillman Carousel at Grand Rapids Public Museum!
Mar 11, 2026
"DORA Zone Expansion, New Amphitheater, and Controversial Kayak Regulations - Exciting Updates in Grand Rapids!"
Explore new dining experiences, conservation advocacy, and safety regulations at Grand Rapids' upcoming amphitheater events! 🌟🚣🌳 #GRnews
Mar 4, 2026
"Revolutionizing Waste with Food Scrap Drop-Off, Firebird Bar Opening, Grand Rapids Housing Boom, Peer Support Power, Bangkok Street Food Guide, Snow Snake Competition, Dam Removal Project, Chamber's Homelessness Initiative"
Discover the latest in Grand Rapids: Food Scrap Drop-Off Program, Firebird Bar, Housing Market Trends, Peer Support for Disabilities, Bangkok Street Food, Indigenous Snow Snake Competition, Dam Removal Project, and Downtown Homelessness Initiative!
Feb 18, 2026
"Taylor Tomlinson Shines, Grand River Art, Love on Ice, Ice-Cut Lap Pool: Michigan's Hot Topics!"
Get ready for a night of laughs with rising stand-up star Taylor Tomlinson, outdoor art along the Grand River, a love-filled event in Grand Rapids, and icy swimming adventures in Michigan!
Feb 11, 2026
Sustainable living, pickle delights & more: Exciting updates in GR!
Experience Grand Rapids' vibrant culture with pickle festivals, eco-friendly homes, a new skybridge, and Black History Month celebrations!
Jan 28, 2026
"Snow Safety Policy Update, 100-Car Pileup Drama, Rapids Restoration Progress & More Local Events!"
Get ready for winter safety changes, a miraculous outcome in a 100-car pileup, and a sneak peek at Rapids restoration! Plus, upcoming events just around the corner! 🌨️🚗📱🎉
Dec 17, 2025
"A Talking Tree, Charity Hockey Game, Magical Adventure, Waterfront Grant, & Grand Rapids Alcohol Tolerance Myth Exposed!"
Don't miss out on learning about Tilly the Talking Tree, an epic hockey showdown, a magical adventure, waterfront park improvements, and debunking myths in Grand Rapids! 🌳🏒🔮🌊🥂 Join us for exciting events!
Dec 10, 2025
"Julebyen Christmas Village & Tanger Outlets: Unplugging and Shopping Madness!"
Unplug and find joy this Christmas at the Julebyen Christmas Village! Shop late at Tanger Outlets in Grand Rapids for the perfect gifts. Exciting events around the area await!
Dec 3, 2025
"Grand Rapids Unites with New Arch, QML Acquisition, Dog Park Fun, and Community Events!"
Discover Grand Rapids' newest symbol of unity and hope, QML's expansion, and the exciting new Kent County Dog Park! Plus, don't miss out on upcoming community events!
Nov 19, 2025
"Revitalize, Dine, Recycle: Grand Rapids' Local Events!"
Get ready for a vibrant revitalization, delicious dining, and a sustainable celebration in Grand Rapids! 🌿🍴🌟 Join us for an exciting lineup of local events!
Nov 5, 2025
"Electric Cars, Odd Parking, Green Cleaning, Luxury Hotels & Local Events: The Grand Rapids Roundup!"
Experience the evolution of mobility in Grand Rapids, winter parking rules, eco-friendly mobile cleaning, hotel showdown, and more! Don't miss out on exciting local events!
Oct 29, 2025
"Controversial New Markers, Graffiti Jewelry, Chili Cook-Off & Cash Prizes!"
Discover historical trade routes, graffiti jewelry, scarecrow contests, chili cook-offs, interactive game shows, and more! Get ready for a thrilling lineup of events! 🎉
Oct 15, 2025
"Controversial Beer Fest & Art Competition Return; MI Retirement Rankings; Greenway Project Progress"
Celebrate 15 years of a brewery in a chapel, ArtPrize returns, exciting events ahead, Michigan retirement and Grand River Greenway progress! 🎉🎨🚴♂️ #MichiganProud
Oct 8, 2025
"ArtPrize Spectra Shines, Drought Threatens Agriculture, Comcast RISE for Small Biz, High School Football Showdowns!"
Get ready for a dazzling art installation, worsening drought conditions, small business empowerment, high school football competition, and exciting weekly events!
Oct 1, 2025
"Controversial Winners: Grand Rapids' New Soccer Team and City Landmark Poster Competition Shake Up the Scene!"
Celebrate Grand Rapids: Poster competition winner, new soccer team, innovative amphitheater, and more! 🎉🏟️🏆 #GR175th #ACGrandRapids #ConcertExperience
Aug 25, 2025
Groundbreaking Riverfront Park Opening 2026 Sparks Excitement & Debate
"Exciting news: Groundbreaking on Grand Rapids' new riverfront park begins, set to open in 2026!"