West Michigan

Attention businesses and organizations in West Michigan: women of color are more than ready, willing and able to take on leadership roles.That's the…

This week Michigan Radio is airing a series called Community Vibe. We’re showcasing one interesting thing about different towns across the state. Today…

West Michigan, you're getting a chance to see unique performance art in the form of music, movement, choreography, film happening Jan. 8-17 at the Urban…

The city of Holland in West Michigan has certainly made its Dutch heritage known. If the name alone isn’t enough for you, the city has held an annual…

Ten years ago, two women from west Michigan started something called the "Best Prom Ever." They were Sparta High School special education teacher Renne…

Gilda’s LaughFest 2015 kicks off in Grand Rapids this Thursday (March 5).The 10-day comedic festival will feature stand-up, comedy films, improv, comedy…

The Next IdeaMichigan’s economy is changing, and our state’s investment culture must change along with it. As we work to diversify by stimulating…

The days are getting shorter, but don't resign yourself to settling in for a long, lazy season inside.One of Grand Rapids' greatest assets is the natural…

Controversy over police force has hit not only Ferguson, Missouri but a small town in West Michigan as well.Some residents in Barry Township, Michigan are…

Using music to bring communities together and to help children discover music – that's the idea behind a new foundation called Walk The Beat.There's a big…