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Shake Shack Plans First Grand Rapids–Area Location at …
Shake Shack is planning its first location in the Grand Rapids area, with a proposed drive-thru restaurant at…
Things to Do in Grand Rapids | January …
The second weekend of January brings live music, sports, winter festivals, and home inspiration events across Grand Rapids.…
World of Winter Festival Returns to Downtown Grand …
Downtown Grand Rapids will once again transform into a citywide winter art experience when World of Winter Festival…
Things to Do in Grand Rapids | January …
The first weekend of the new year brings a strong mix of live sports, concerts, and classic film…
Bingo & Bubbly Fundraiser Supports Redeemed Style in …
USE CODE: INFORMED will give $10 off ticketsA night of bingo, champagne, and community impact is coming to…
West Michigan Events to Close Out 2025!
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS!Here are some things to do in west michigan before the new year...The days…
Country-Themed Fire Bird Bar Planned for Former Turnstiles …
A new country-rock bar and restaurant is planned for Grand Rapids’ west side, taking over the former Turnstiles…
THIS WEEKEND IN GRAND RAPIDS - December 19–21, …
Ongoing This WeekendChanukah Lighting on Calder PlazaDecember 15–21, 2025Calder PlazaThe 18-foot menorah at Calder Plaza will be lit…
How the Urban League of West Michigan Is …
There is a lot of conversation in Grand Rapids right now about safety, community trust, and how neighborhoods…
