Color races are very popular, with the Color Run being one of the best. Many people are looking forward to participating in these types of races, but officials in Grand Rapids are warning residents that there may be some races that are scams. The Color 5 Mile race is one of these races. It is… Read More »
The student population in Grand Rapids and throughout Michigan has be steadily declining. Fewer students are enrolling I school each year, and it seem like low birth rates could be to blame. The number of students enrolled in Michigan schools this year is down 51,000 from just five years ago. That also means that the number… Read More »
Working parents have it tough these days. Finding someone to care for your children while you are working can be difficult and many parents struggle to find good care that is also affordable. A recent study found that Grand Rapids offers some of the most affordable babysitting services in the country. The average rate for a… Read More »
The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning in Grand Rapids was recently able to obtain funding for a new program that will help poverty stricken children in the area. The program will offer training and support to teachers and other staff and is designed to encourage academic achievement. The program will start in four schools… Read More »
Ready to kick off summer with a fun concert that will take you back to your youth? New Kids On the Block and Nelly will be coming to Grand Rapids on May 20 and tickets are on sale now. The concert will be held at the Van Andel Arena and ticket prices range from $29… Read More »
It’s been almost five years since James Taylor has performed in Grand Rapids, but he will be back in town with his All- Star Band on July 14, 2015. Taylor will perform at the Van Andel Arena at 8 p.m. Tickets for the concert are already on sale and can be purchased online via Ticketmaster.… Read More »
Bicycle accidents happy every day, and most are avoidable. Grand Rapids is hoping to cut down on the amount of bicycle accidents that occur in the area and the is currently conducting an online survey to make cycling safer for everyone. The online survey is available online until April 19th and participants can enter to… Read More »
Guy Bazzani is the company founder and president of Bazzani Building Co, a Grand Rapids building firm ranked among the “best for the world.” Although Bazzani’s company is very successful and popular, he admits that they don’t get every job they bid on. Bazzani Building Co. isn’t the cheapest firm around, but they strive to provide… Read More »
Abraham Lincoln visited Michigan one time during his life. In 1856, Lincoln was just a lawyer visiting Kalamazoo and campaigning for the first Republican presidential candidate. Little did he know that Michigan would play such an important role in his life and legacy. After Lincoln was assassinated, it was two Michigan cousins who helped lead… Read More »
Thought it was a cold and icy winter? A recent space views shows that the amount of ice on the Great Lakes was more than double at this same time last year. The view on April 15, 2014 showed that 62 percent of the lakes were covered by ice. On April 14, 2015 the lakes were… Read More »
