The Insider Experience

Kuzi and Yuri Will Soon Join John Ball Zoo Photo, Rebecca Warren A new sound is coming to John Ball Zoo in early June...the sound of roaring tigers. The Crawford Tigers of the Realm exhibit is... Read More ›

Let the competition begin! The fifth annual Meijer State Games , scheduled for June 20-22 this year, will feature more than 7,000 athletes competing in 40 different sporting events at venues throughout... Read More ›

As we finally see signs of spring in Michigan, beer enthusiasts around Grand Rapids began advocating to hold our Beer City title through 2014. In a surprise move by the founder of the poll, Colorado... Read More ›

Sparky, the inspiration for Dutch Dogs on Parade. Photo courtesy of Julie Raak Summer in West Michigan brings beach days, ice cream and festivals! With so much going on it's hard to keep track of... Read More ›