The Rapid's 2018 Bus Operator of the Year honored on Bus Driver Appreciation Day
Submitted 03-19-2018 under NONPROFITS
Yemny Garcia epitomizes the hard-work ethic and dedication of celebrated on Bus Driver Appreciation Day
Catalyst Radio: Kent County Health Department addressing root causes of health disparities
Submitted 03-16-2018 under NONPROFITS
Host Jenny Kinne welcomes guests from Kent County Health Department on the topic of health equity.
Kurt Elling Jazz Quintet, special guests to perform at St. Cecilia's
Submitted 03-15-2018 under NONPROFITS
Multi-nominated GRAMMY winner Jazz Vocalist Kurt Elling will appear on Thursday, March 22, 2018 for the final Jazz Series Concert this season at St. Cecilia Music Center. He will be performing with his quintet and special guests from Chicago, Trumpeter Marquis Hill and Saxophonist John Wojceichowski
Still in tears for our students after school walkout
Submitted 03-15-2018 under NONPROFITS
The fact that our students are afraid of being killed at school is unfathomable. We have to get busy.
Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center holds walkout in solidarity with GRPS, to promote safe community
Submitted 03-14-2018 under NEWS
We had parents and board members that were interested in supporting through participation. We also had many students who wanted to be involved, especially those with older siblings in GRPS schools, said Principal Lisa Heyne.
The furry inside - A look at the Humane Society of West Michigan
Submitted 03-14-2018 under LOCAL LIFE
A spotlight on the Humane Society of West Michigan, highlighting some of the animals at the shelter and the amazing people that help make the organization possible.
Maria Bamford brought her masterful comedy to Wealthy Theatre as part of Gilda's LaughFest
Submitted 03-13-2018 under OPINION
Boom goes the dynamite! On Friday, March 10th, Bamford performed two stand-up sets at Wealthy Theatre, as part of LaughFest. I attended the first, which was sold out.
New Grandville Avenue Arts and Humanities CEO has 30 years of experience teaching youth
Submitted 03-13-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS
New chief executive officer Roberto Jara will oversee Cook Library Center and the Cook Arts Center
ACT students explore abstract expressions
Submitted 03-13-2018 under NONPROFITS
This winter, ACT students have been empowered to express themselves through Abstract Painting with Becky Baker.
Artist feature from UICA: Michael Pfleghaar
Submitted 03-13-2018 under NONPROFITS
Michael Pfleghaar received his MFA in visual arts from Lesley University College of Art and Design in 2011. Modernist design objects, architecture, and interiors inspire Pfleghaar’s colorful abstract paintings and constructions.