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Grand Rapids’ new Entertainment Alleyway mural in downtown celebrates 300 years of icons, from vaudeville stars and Motown greats to Maynard James Keenan, Gillian Anderson, and legendary local venues like the Orbit Room and Studio 28.

The 1850 Room is now open on Monroe Center in Grand Rapids, serving as an official ArtPrize venue with coffee, light bites, and historical charm. Cocktails, beer, and wine coming soon.

Kent County Jail has stood at 703 Ball Avenue since the 1950s, but did you know it used to be in downtown Grand Rapids? Built in the 1870s, the original jail doubled as the sheriff’s home before it was demolished in 1958.

Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with Grand Rapids Public Library! Score discounts at 16 local coffee shops and 5 bookstores across town, enter branch giveaways, and grab free limited-edition swag all September long.

After 13 years downtown, Tacos El Cuñado is officially ending its run at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market. GR Taco Shop will take over the stall this fall, bringing deep-rooted family recipes and catering to the Market Hall.

Grand Rapids Police are monitoring social media chatter calling for a teen scooter takeover downtown. Here is what parents need to know about curfew rules, scooter age limits, and steep fines.

After more than a decade on Monroe Center, Sweet Yo's Frozen Yogurt looks to have shut its doors. As downtown Grand Rapids says goodbye to another spot, locals are weighing in on what should replace the froyo joint near Rosa Parks Circle.

The mystery is over. Los Potrillos Mexican Bar & Grill has officially opened in the iconic former One Trick Pony space in downtown Grand Rapids, bringing fresh handmade tortillas and late-night weekend dining to Fulton Street.

The City of Grand Rapids just dropped an expanded summer lineup for Rosa Parks Circle, featuring outdoor roller skating, a sober game night, a free silent disco series, plus more dance and fitness options.

Grand Rapids has opened a new child care center inside The Rapid’s Central Station, designed to help working families and transit riders access affordable care.