Shawmut Hills needs more than great teachers, it needs investment from GRPS
Submitted 05-22-2018 under OPINION
Staff at Shawmut were and are feeling overworked. Inequity has become more glaring as the intensity of needs grow in our community. Families are leaving. With an improved facility and shared Title I dollars, Shawmut Hills will be the vibrant community that it was when I first discovered it.
Finding my role in the fight for equity
Submitted 05-22-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS
Kendra Avila, a Grand Rapids resident passionate about equity and social justice shares her experience attending the Urban Core Collective Refuel Road Trip to the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia and why she strives to build a community of belonging.
Beethoven's mighty Ninth Symphony, plus world premiere, bring Grand Rapids Symphony's season to thrilling conclusion
Submitted 05-22-2018 under OPINION
The final concert of the Grand Rapids Symphony's first full season under Marcelo Lehninger was all about Beethoven in a big, thrilling way.
St. Cecilia's announces new season of concerts, special events for Women's History Month to celebrate 135th anniversary
Submitted 05-22-2018 under NONPROFITS
St. Cecilia Music Center in Grand Rapids will begin a new season of music on October 11, 2018 to celebrate their 135-year history as the oldest arts organization in Grand Rapids and West Michigan.
Ethics and Religion Talk: What are your requirements for ordination?
Submitted 05-21-2018 under OPINION
Jim V. asks, What are your education and training requirements for ordination?
In Season: May 19, 2018
Submitted 05-19-2018 under NONPROFITS
Despite the rain (and the plants love rain!), it's such a vibrant day here at the Market! Flowers galore. Crisp lettuces + asparagus are in abundance. Wild-foraged goodies + tasty treats to please your palate. Come check it out for yourself!
Rhiannon Giddens mesmerized sold out audience at St. Cecilia Music Center
Submitted 05-18-2018 under LOCAL LIFE
Rhiannon Giddens played to a sold out audience at the St. Cecilia Music center Thursday evening, providing the audience with a very powerful performance focused on the black experience in America.
Local family shares experience with Get the Lead Out program
Submitted 05-16-2018 under NONPROFITS
Javonte Tubbs, a lifelong Grand Rapidian, recently had repairs on his family home completed by the Get the Lead Out program to get rid of lead hazards.
Going green in Grand Rapids: Properly disposing of your spring cleaning
Submitted 05-16-2018 under OPINION
When tackling your spring cleaning, it's important to keep the environment top of mind. Learn how to keep Grand Rapids clean when tackling your projects this spring.