Grand Rapids, Michigan is a city always bursting with life. Walking around Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids, shopping for an AWD vehicle at Berger Chevrolet, catching a show Downtown GR at Van Andel, or grabbing a bite to eat at the various eclectic restaurants throughout the city, you can always find something to do….
Did you know that in 2023 alone, approximately 290,650 people will be diagnosed with breast cancer? Currently, there are over 4 million breast cancer survivors living in the US today and more than 150,000 breast cancer patients living with metastatic disease. For women in the United States, breast cancer is the most common cancer, aside…
Michigan summers are for making memories. From relaxing beaches to scenic national parks to buzzing city life, the great state of Michigan has a little bit of something for everyone. And there is no better way to explore the Great Lakes State than in a Berger Chevrolet vehicle because a Chevy is what brings us…
National Military Appreciation Month is observed every year in May as a declaration that encourages U.S. citizens to observe the month as a symbol of unity. It’s a month full of observance, remembrance, and respect for not only members of the military but spouses, veterans, and lost loved ones. So why May? The month of…
National Skilled Trades Day was created as a day to honor essential workers who are skilled craftsmen and raise awareness of those who work in the trades. Across the nation, many businesses require highly skilled workers, from healthcare and construction to manufacturing and automotive. Skilled trade professionals help keep our world in motion. They service…
For the first time in history, EARTHDAY.ORG (EDO) elected to continue last year’s important theme of “Invest in Our Planet” for Earth Day 2023. This theme focuses its efforts on calling governments, institutions, businesses, and more than 1 billion people around the world who participate in Earth Day into action. As a business operating in…
Why is National Car Care Month in April? As winter comes to an end, it’s important to get your vehicle ready for the warmer weather and summer road trips to Michigan’s beautiful Upper Peninsula! This is especially important in West Michigan as we tend to experience mild to severe winters. It’s important to make sure…
PAWS With a Cause was founded in 1979 by Michael D. Sapp Sr. and Antoinette (Candye) Sapp and was initially named Ears for the Deaf. PAWS began when Michael agreed to help his friends Marty Jansen and his wife, Dianne. Both Marty and Dianne were deaf and had recently adopted a young deaf child. Mike…
Did you know that 81% of individuals with an intellectual developmental disability are unemployed? This can lead to a lack of community, isolation, and even depression. New Growth Project understands that individuals with cognitive differences may need additional support in the workplace. With the help of our West Michigan community, New Growth Project cultivates job…
Kids’ Food Basket began in 2002 in an effort to aid 125 students at three schools in Kent County with nourishing evening meals packaged in brown lunch bags. With the help of community partners, over 20 years later, Kids’ Food Basket now provides 10,000 meals a day to children in need. Each of these meals,…
