Connecting Neighbors &
Preferred Businesses

Stories from the residents who call home, and trusted local businesses who value being part of the community

FIND YOUR
Local Favorites

Our Preferred Local Business directory connects you with vetted, top-rated companies that are committed to serving our community with excellence.

Browse Preferred Businesses

Easily Discovered

Locally Preferred

Easy to Discover

Find great local businesses when you need them most.

Trusted by the Community

Recommended by neighbors who know and value them.

Chosen by Local Families

Businesses people return to and confidently recommend.

Preferred by Your Community

Building lasting relationships through exceptional local service.

Video Spotlights

Community Tips

BRINGING NEIGHBORS TOGETHER

STROLL HELPS UNITE OUR COMMUNITY.

Every month, Stroll shares stories, photos, celebrations, and experiences provided by the residents who live here.

We also love to introduce residents to a select group of Preferred Local Businesses who value the community and want to build lasting relationships with the resident they serve.

Become a Preferred Business

Companies desire to be easily discovered, top rated, and locally preferred, while local residents simply want to find preferred companies who will serve them well.

Meet Your Local Director

Ed Volovlek

East Grand Rapids has been our home since 2014. You can say my wife wanted to come back to the place where she had so many memories on Orchards St. while growing up. We are proud of this community and the memories our daughters are creating while growing up here. I am an MSU graduate, who loves to watch all things Michigan State. I enjoy being active in supporting as many local charities as possible. You are most likely to see me at one of my daughters' sporting events or recitals, and if I’m not there you’ll see my wife and me at the Yacht Club or sitting on the patio at CLK and people-watching. If you need help with direct marketing into East Grand Rapids or sharing relevant content highlighting the community, please reach out, and let’s connect. Beyond print marketing, I also place digital ads for our clients. I specialize in SEO, SEM, banner ads, CTV, website development, social media, and live chat marketing options for either a hyper-local, or national campaign.