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wellness

Building Psychological Resilience With Small Daily Habits

Grand Rapids residents are adopting brief daily routines to strengthen mental toughness during ongoing local economic shifts and seasonal pressures.

By Grand Rapids Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

community

Grand Rapids Boasts 1,200+ Restaurants From Farm-to-Table to Craft Breweries

The city counts more than 1,200 restaurants that range from farm-to-table plates to new microbrewery taps.

By Grand Rapids Things-to-do Desk · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

wellness

Parkrun Grand Rapids: Free Saturday 5Ks Near You

Discover free Saturday morning parkruns in Grand Rapids. Find flat routes, river views, and local running groups at Riverside Park and Kent Trails with zero entry fees.

By Grand Rapids Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

wellness

Sleep and Recovery Tips Grand Rapids Residents Need for Daily Wellness

Practical steps drawn from established guidance help support consistent rest and recovery in the local community.

By Grand Rapids Wellness Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

finance

Grand Rapids Employment Gains Highlight Shifts in Manufacturing Talent Demand

A 4.4 percent unemployment rate in May 2026 coincides with steady job additions that favor production roles in the region.

By Grand Rapids Business Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

sport

Grand Rapids Expands Community Sports Access Across Three Township Locations

Facility projects across Plainfield Township, downtown Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Township are expanding access for local teams, inclusive programs and recreational players.

By Grand Rapids Sport Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

Politics

Grand Rapids Opens Consultation for 2027-2032 Parks and Recreation Strategic Master Plan

Residents can take part in shaping parks, trails and public spaces through remaining in-person events and river project updates before construction begins this summer.

By Grand Rapids Policy Desk · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Politics

Michigan Legislature Passes Bills Affecting Grand Rapids Housing, Transportation, Services

Local experts weigh in as state bills set to affect housing, transportation and public services in Grand Rapids community.

By Grand Rapids Policy Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

finance

S&P 500 rose 1.24% as global markets advance

Where the major indices, gold and currencies landed, and what the moves mean for Grand Rapids investors and retirement balances.

By Markets Desk · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Technology

Grand Rapids Startups Reach 95 Top-Ranked Companies Solving Niche Problems

From a $50 portable bike stand to a $600 underwater drone, Grand Rapids entrepreneurs are building ventures that punch above the city's weight.

By Grand Rapids Tech Desk · July 24, 2026 · 2 min read

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