Growing up the Fourth of July often seemed like just another excuse to fire up the grill, watch Uncle So-and-So drink a beer ...

By Jamie Miller, Ari’ Browley, Kyle Jackson, Alexandria Webb, Karalynn Davis and Ethan Lane Editor’s note: Coverage of campus ...

Fireworks overlooking Grand Rapids during the 2025 ArtPrize Opening Celebration [Kole Meschke] Communities across the area are celebrating the Fourth of July with parades, food trucks, family ...

By Alexandria Webb There are many treasures and gems that can be found in the city of Grand Rapids, and local treasure ...

By Gabriel Solis The upcoming Michigan gubernatorial election is fast approaching. Primaries will be held on  Aug. 4, 2026, ...

By Jamie Miller “The Legend of Vox Machina,” based on the very first Critical Role campaign, has made us laugh, cry, and ...

By Kyle Jackson According to the National Weather Service, temperatures this week are expected to reach the 90s, leading Kent ...

By Ella Ware I’ve been out as queer since I was 10 years old, and I just had my first real Pride month at 24.  It was long ...

Rainbow flags, handmade bracelets, glitter-covered faces, and families filled Calder Plaza as thousands gathered for the 38th ...

By Gabriel Solis Kane Parsons is having a great year. His film “Backrooms” hit theaters on May 29, and has found incredible ...

On June 25, from 1 to 3 p.m., Grand Rapids Community College students are invited to gather in the Juan Oliverez Student ...