Driverless cars are coming to downtown Grand Rapids in March 2019
Submitted 12-11-2018 under LOCAL LIFE
How will it affect our city? There are many different positions on this topic and a lot of different variables to consider.
Center provides innovative senior, child care
Submitted 12-11-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS
Bethlehem Intergenerational Center works to care for elders and children together, integrating daily schedules and activites.
Kent District Library and The Rapid launch Books on the Bus program
Submitted 12-11-2018 under NONPROFITS
Many buses serving the Greater Grand Rapids area now feature books from Kent District Library.
Festive Scandinavian-style market supports local artists, encourages spirit of giving
Submitted 12-10-2018 under NONPROFITS
The Kringle Market Holiday Pop-Up is Saturday, December 15 at The Søvengård.
Ethics and Religion Talk: Does the clergy child abuse cover-up affect clergy moral authority?
Submitted 12-10-2018 under OPINION
In recent months we have seen reports from Philadelphia of wide spread clergy sexual abuse of children followed by wide spread cover-up also committed by clergy. As a member of the clergy what do you think of your profession weighing in on ethical issues when it seems unable to police itself?
In Season: December 7, 2018
Submitted 12-07-2018 under NONPROFITS
Garland, and holly, and trees, oh my! If you're still in the market (no pun intended!) for a Christmas tree or some Holiday decor, we've got what you need to make your home (or business) feel more festive.
Local Junior Achievement program receives grant to grow opportunities for entrepreneurship
Submitted 12-06-2018 under NONPROFITS
Achievement Foundation awards more than half a million dollars in grants to Junior Achievement offices to expand the JA Company Program.
A two-for-one deal: Volunteers help improve 'rabbitat'
Submitted 12-05-2018 under NONPROFITS
In addition to neighborhoods, rabbits live on public lands and state game areas, where, with a little help from humans, they benefit from improvements to the existing habitat.
Grand Rapids Symphony's Holiday Pops is homegrown entertainment for a hometown audience, Thursday through Sunday
Submitted 12-04-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS
Sing along with the Grand Rapids Symphony Chorus and Youth Chorus, and hear the booming bass of Justin Hopkins singing 'You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.'
Finding apartment in midst of affordable housing crisis is not easy
Submitted 12-04-2018 under NONPROFITS
It takes a lot of dedication not only from Dégagé staff, but also from those we serve.