Good morning, Grand Rapids.

John Ball Zoo will host Zoo Goes Boo on three weekends from Oct.

16 through Nov. 1 to offer families a playful Halloween experience at the zoo—complete with treat stations, live performances and early access for members from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

WKTV Community Media's Voces Latina project is preserving Latino residents' stories through over 50 personal interviews to capture their experiences and challenges; the interviews are available on YouTube and local cable to help West Michigan neighbors connect.

Lesvia Marroquin (originally from Guatemala) improved her English with help from her daughter and the Literacy Center, which helped her navigate daily life.

She now attends advanced classes and supports other local families in overcoming language barriers.

Kelloggsville Public Schools has proposed a $38.1 million bond to upgrade safety and learning environments at Central Elementary and West Elementary, including a new parent pick-up and drop-off lane plus updated classrooms and sports facilities with no tax increase planned.

Bridgewater banned outdoor water use after monitoring well data showed groundwater levels in Ottawa County drop over 20 feet during summer due to lawn watering.

County officials installed new wells and plan a public dashboard by spring to help residents track water levels (indicating growing conservation concerns).

Michigan officials awarded $65 million for 18 transit projects, including a $6 million expansion (for event-night bus service) in Grand Rapids.

The Neighborhood Roads Fund from the 2025 road deal will boost service ahead of upcoming events.