Unexpected water pressure issues in the building housing the John Ball Zoo School, part of the Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) district, caused the building to shut down on Wednesday, Jan. 8.

While most of West Michigan is dealing with the Arctic blast by bundling up and staying indoors, some residents of John Ball ...

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - After unexpected water pressure issues at the John Ball Zoo School caused the building to shut down on Jan. 8, the school is reopening sooner than expected. The sixth-grade theme ...

Home to more than 2,000 animals representing 200-plus species, the John Ball Zoo is a hit with visitors traveling with kids. Named in honor of one of the founding fathers of Grand Rapids ...

Major changes are coming to the John Ball Zoo including new animals, habitats and facilities. All week, the zoo will be presenting its 10-year master plan to community members at four events.

The Kent County Board of Commissioners approved John Ball Zoo’s master plan for the next 10 years. The plan was passed with a 16-to-3 vote Thursday morning. TikTok is one step closer to being ...

The best time to visit Grand Rapids is June through August and September ... attractions within the city that close for the winter, including the John Ball Zoo and Millennium Park, have fully ...

While most of West Michigan is dealing with the Arctic blast by bundling up and staying indoors, some residents of John Ball ...