Local Artist Highlight: Jeff Condon
Submitted 11-17-2024 under NONPROFITS
Avenue for the Arts visits pastel and oil painter Jeff Condon at Tanglefoot Studios. Interview by Pamela MacDougal
'Not a good deal for Grand Rapids': Community advocates urge City to reject Three Towers proposal
Submitted 11-13-2024 under NEWS
Community advocates and housing leaders urge the Grand Rapids City Commission to reject a proposed $797M development by DeVos-Van Andel-linked Fulmar Property Holdings, citing insufficient affordable housing commitments relative to public subsidy requested.
City Connection: Mayor-Elect David LaGrand to join Rapidian program manager in the GRTV studio
Submitted 11-11-2024 under NONPROFITS
Watch live on GRTV's Facebook page and YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2.
St. Cecilia Music Center features the Dynamic Grammy Award winning Del McCoury Band on the Acoustic Café Folk Series on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.
Submitted 11-07-2024 under NONPROFITS
Featuring the dynamic bluegrass guitar-picking singer/songwriter Del McCoury and his musically-talented artist sons, Ronnie and Rob, the Del McCoury Band includes longtime bassist, vocalist and guitarist Alan Bartram, and renowned fiddler Jason Carter.
David LaGrand elected Grand Rapids mayor as Kent County voter turnout hits decade low
Submitted 11-06-2024 under NEWS
David LaGrand won the Grand Rapids mayoral race, with new City Commission members elected in the First and Third Wards. Voter turnout was 61.5% in GR, marking Kent County’s lowest turnout since 2012.
City Connection: Third Ward Commissioner Kelsey Perdue to join Rapidian program manager in the GRTV studio
Submitted 10-30-2024 under NONPROFITS
Watch live on GRTV's Facebook page and YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4.
The Climate Is Always on the Ballot
Submitted 10-29-2024 under NONPROFITS
With elections happening now, it is of utmost importance to keep a clear eye on the climate when voting. The GR Climate Coalition has local candidate responses available for voters to review.
Grassroots benefit concert raises funds for family fleeing Palestine
Submitted 10-28-2024 under LOCAL LIFE
Woodstock Fest at the James Russell House raised $2,603 for a Gaza-based family, blending art, music and community in Grand Rapids. This year’s lineup showcased first-timers and veteran local musicians alike.
St. Cecilia Music Center Brings Nashville Sensation Valerie June to Grand Rapids on November 12, 2024, on SCMC's Acoustic Café Folk Series.
Submitted 10-24-2024 under NONPROFITS
“An Evening with Valerie June” will feature a performance filled with a gorgeous blend of astral folk and meditative R&B.
Blue Bridge Lights Turn Red November 8th as Red Kettle Campaign Begins in Kent County
Submitted 10-23-2024 under NONPROFITS
Join The Salvation Army November 8th at their Red Kettle Kickoff in downtown Grand Rapids.