'Cats' comes to Grand Rapids Civic Theatre's stage
Submitted 11-24-2024 under OPINION
The much-loved musical proves to be less a coherent story than a showcase for singing and dancing.
Relief at the pump: Why are gas prices dropping?
Submitted 11-21-2024 under NEWS
Gas prices in Michigan have dropped to an average $3.15, down from over $5 in 2022, thanks to geopolitical shifts, increased U.S. energy exports and winter fuel blends.
City of Grand Rapids seeks proposals for façade revitalization projects
Submitted 11-19-2024 under NEWS
The City of Grand Rapids invites proposals for façade revitalization projects to apply for Michigan’s $100M RAP grants. Projects must enhance public streetscapes, with submissions due Dec. 13.
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.