Through the program, 25 projects will be awarded a combined $76,000; selected projects focused on civic engagement, snow removal assistance and expungement services.

Amidst a trove of sound complaints and transportation worries during its inaugural season, Acrisure Amphitheater chose not to continue a brief but successful bike valet service.

This summer, Grand Rapids Whitewater broke ground on its river restoration project to return the City’s namesake rapids, focusing on the Lower Reach.

Despite the rain, about 40 people gathered at Oak Grove Cemetery for the third annual memorial, honoring the lives of the more than 400 buried there.

Taking place on "Mean Girls" Day, or Oct. 3, The Nice Girls Market brings over a dozen vendors and DJs to Wealthy Street.

Lee Emi will kick off her U.S. tour at The Pyramid Scheme. Singles from “Destroy Everything” are streaming now.

Most of the candidates on the November ballot will be at the Sept. 26 market to meet and hear from community members.

Sumo wrestling makes a return to ArtPrize with live demonstrations and competitions.

A West Michigan Girlies gathering at Riverside Park brought more than 50 queer people together for an afternoon of food, crafts and community in an openly queer space.

The free event on Saturday will include walking and trolley tours, a kids’ activity zone, performances and more.

The event at Oak Grove Cemetery was created to honor Grand Rapids' unclaimed and forgotten residents. This year's memorial takes place on Sept. 19.

Co-owner Alex Del reflects on six years of operating Meeting House and his hopes for the future.

The Grand Rapids Film Festival ran from Friday, Sept. 11, through Sunday, Sept. 13, and featured both feature films and shorts.

The Pyramid Scheme's next Grand Rapids Vinyl Swap will be held on Sunday, Sept. 13.

Thanks to Meijer, Blandford Nature Center will have free admission this month, granting access to all of Blandford's amenities and events.

A Kent County judge has ordered Acrisure Amphitheater to comply with the City of Grand Rapids' noise ordinance. This comes after complaints and a lawsuit from nearby residents.

In July, Books & Mortar announced its store would be closing. Following the announcement, three residents got together to purchase and reopen the store.

Erin A. Craig's most recent novel, “Our Strange Duet,” came out Sept. 1. Following the release Craig will be making stops in West Michigan on her book tour.

An open house on Sunday, Aug. 30, included a reception, a tour of the main spaces and an announcement of its first plans for public programming.

So far, the photo mural has raised over $500 for the Grand Rapids Trans Foundation. The fundraiser will continue through the end of the year.

According to Michigan election law, there must be an equal number of poll workers from each major political party in each precinct.

The Vegan Chef Challenge will kick off on Tuesday, with 22 local participating restaurants. Winners will be announced in October.

During Tuesday's City Commission meeting, over 50 residents spoke out against Flock surveillance cameras.

As Grand Rapids transforms transportation citywide, its micromobility is getting an overhaul as the City moves away from Lime scooters.

The Aimless Artist Collective will host its first stage production of "Falsettos" on Saturday at The Pyramid Scheme.

The Rapid Board reversed its previous decision, voting 9-5 to allow the Red Project's Naloxone awareness ads on transit.

At Tuesday's City Commission Public Safety Committee meeting, the Grand Rapids Police Department and officials from Flock will be presenting on Flock cameras.

The food scrap program will allow residents to drop off scraps at seven different locations throughout the City.

Grand Rapids Bug Club meets once a month, providing space for bug enthusiasts to learn and connect with others.

Rip Smidgeon's third studio album, "Sounds Good," drops on Aug. 22. The band will headline their album release show on Aug. 21 at The Pyramid Scheme.

Hirokazu Koreeda's latest film is in theaters now at Celebration Cinema.

Cory Redman, GRPM's science curator, took part in an international team to study the process of fossilization in Paraguay's Pilcomayo River system.

The 13th annual Zine Fest GR will be back at Fountain Street Church this Saturday, running from noon to 6 p.m.

Earlier this season, John Ball Zoo opened its North American River Otters exhibit. This is part of the zoo's 10-year master plan, which was finalized in December 2024.

The six-month program will help The Rapidian develop sustainable philanthropic support for its community-powered journalism.

"F-cktoys" will be screening in Grand Rapids on Friday, Aug. 14, at Wealthy Theatre. Following the screening will be a Q&A with writer, actor and director Annapurna Sriram.

A new, free workshop encourages awareness of common scams and seeking help from trusted others if a scam or fraud is suspected.

On Aug. 1, Lighthouse Tattoo Company will host a walk-in-only cat-themed flash event. All proceeds will benefit Community Cat Crew.

Admission to the festival was at least one can or bottle. The festival collected over 5,000 recyclables, splitting the $543.40 return amongst local filmmakers.