by Claire Chapin | Nov 3, 2026 | Profile
What began as an informal mentoring initiative by JD Chapman Jr. during a time of self-reflection while serving 10 years in Michigan Department of Corrections as a juvenile offender has grown and evolved into Realism Is Loyalty (RIL), a Black-founded, Grand...
by Claire Chapin | Nov 3, 2026 | Wellness
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, which is a perfect time to shine a spotlight on a staggering statistic: In the U.S., the number of young people receiving a Type 2 diabetes diagnosis has doubled since 2002. Why exactly is this happening? And what can be...
by Claire Chapin | Oct 27, 2026 | Food & Drink
Having a spooky gathering of all your favorite ghouls, goblins, witches, and creatures that go bump in the night? Well, you’re going to need to feed them! Don’t let your Halloween gathering suffer from a lack of inspired tricks and treats. (Dracula might start sinking...
by Claire Chapin | Oct 27, 2026 | Cityscene
Rescued farm animals are set to take center stage at Boots & Ballgowns, an immersive fall gala benefiting Indian Paintbrush Farm Sanctuary on Saturday, November 14 at The Gilmore in Grand Rapids. The evening will introduce guests to the sanctuary’s mission through...
by Claire Chapin | Oct 20, 2026 | Cityscene
There’s a certain point every year when West Michigan seems to collectively decide it’s time for fall. The coffee shops roll out the pumpkin spice, the leaves begin their slow transformation, and farms and orchards start filling up with hay bales, pumpkins and apple...
