Time for the Shift: Ready for winter driving in Grand Rapids?

4 tips for a safe winter behind the wheel

CFC Charity Spotlight: Our Daily Bread

Feeding the Soul and Fostering Growth and Godliness

Merrill Advisor Named One of 2019 Top Wealth Advisor Moms

Molly Chelovich Named One of Working Mother and SHOOK Research's 2019 Top Wealth Advisor Moms

Grand Rapids Hosts Partnership With Kroc Center Enriches Academic Program

Students supplement learning with ballet, clay creatures & Billie Holiday

Help a loved one with Social Security

The aged and people with disabilities may need extra assistance to manage their finances.

Entire Kindergarten Class Shows Up For Michigan Boy’s Adoption

Family isn’t defined only by DNA, Michigan kindergarten teacher says after her students show up to see classmate’s adoption finalized.

Free Social Security Retirement Planning Workshops

You can never be too early or too late when it comes time to planning for a secure retirement.

Need to change your name on your Social Security card?

If you’re changing your name, it’s important to let Social Security know.

Social Security Expands Public Hours at Offices Nationwide

Wednesdays to Return to Full Public Service Hours; Agency to Hire 1,100 Direct Service Employees

Top ten sites at Social Security for 2019

We provide our online services to improve our service to you.

Versiti Blood Center of Michigan hosts December blood drives

Life-saving blood donations needed to help patients in communities throughout state

Social Security benefits increase in 2020

Nearly 69 million Americans will see a 1.6 percent increase in their Social Security benefits and SSI payments in 2020.

Covenant Living of the Great Lakes Named Among the Best

Health Center Cited for High Performing Short-Term Rehabilitation

MOD Pizza Spreads MODNESS to Hungry Families this Holiday Season

On their quest to make pizza to serve people, MOD will donate a portion of every pizza sold the week of Nov. 18 to Forgotten Harvest

Two Merrill Financial Advisors Named As Top Retirement Advisors

West Michigan Merrill Financial Advisors Hammond, Howell Named Among 2019 Financial Times 401 Top Retirement Advisors

Waterford Place Named as SAIDO Learning® Model Home Community

Team from Japan’s Kumon Learning Institute Honored Community During Celebration

Veteran's Day Shelving System Giveaway

Shelving, Inc. is promoting their annual Veteran's Day giveaway to provide one of our nation's many deserving vets a custom shelving unit.

Versiti Blood Center of Michigan salutes military heroes

Community members throughout state encouraged to donate life-saving blood on Veterans Day, Nov. 11

Free Social Security Retirement Planning Webinars

You can never be too early or too late when it comes time to planning for a secure retirement.

A Child is Waiting: Harmonie is in Tune with Herself, the World

Hundreds of Michigan teens are hoping for adoption by willing, forever families.

Burton Elementary Named Apple Distinguished School

Burton Elementary is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 2019-2022.

A Child is Waiting: Generous Joshua Has a Big Heart, Big Dreams

Hundreds of Michigan kids are hoping for adoption by willing, forever families.

Social Security Announces 1.6 Percent Benefit Increase for 2020

Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for nearly 69 million Americans will increase 1.6 percent in 2020.

Jaclyn Yared of Grand Rapids on No-Fault Insurance

Discover Jaclyn Yared's stance on no-fault auto insurance and how it impacts the people of the Grand Rapids community and beyond.

Social Security Reinstates the Reconsideration in Michigan

Social Security reinstates the reconsideration, the first step in the disability appeal process, in Michigan beginning October 1.

Genisys Credit Union Expands Online Banking to Grand Rapids

Online portal offers credit union services even to areas without a physical Genisys branch location

Medicare, A Simple Explanation

Social Security and Medicare are both programs that are household names, but do you know the true difference?

Blue Ribbon Event At City High Middle School Celebrates National Award & School Improvements

On Friday, September 27, City High Middle School will be celebrating its recognition as a National Blue Ribbon School.

Beware of False Social Security or Medicare Advertisements

Scammers have become more aggressive and sophisticated in the digital age.

A Child is Waiting: Harley Makes Time for Work and Fun

Hundreds of Michigan teens are hoping to be adopted by willing, forever families.

Grand Rapids Announces Economic Dev And Engineering Appointments

City Manager announced two appointments: Jono Klooster as acting director of economic development services and Tim Burkman as city engineer.

Community Gets Sneak Peek of Grand Rapid’s First Green Schoolyard

City and GRPS share an update on plans to provide more opportunities for kids and families to play, learn and explore in nature.

Your Earnings Record: Financial History & Future

Your earnings record is both your financial history and your financial future.

Social Security Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Social Security touches the lives of nearly every American.

A Child is Waiting: Allie Brightens Any Day

Hundreds of Michigan kids are waiting to be adopted by willing "forever" families (including single parents with a strong support network).

Michael Baer Named to Forbes Top 250 Next-Gen Wealth Advisor List

Merrill Wealth Management Advisor in Portage, MI Named to the 2019 Forbes Top 250 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors list

Back to School with Social Security

It typically takes people a lifetime of planning to reach their retirement goals.

Baker College Recognized by NSA and U.S. Dept. of Homeland Sec.

Baker Holds Designation Through Academic Year 2024

Changing your Direct Deposit Information with Social Security

With our busy lives, it’s easy to fall into that cycle of postponing some tasks because of other priorities

Michigan residents encouraged to donate blood on 9/11 anniversary

Spirit of America Blood Drive benefitting Versiti Blood Center of Michigan returns to Michigan International Speedway