Statement from Mayor Bliss: Respecting and supporting each other
Submitted 11-14-2016 under NEWS
"Working together, we can make this a great community for everyone," Mayor Rosalynn Bliss said in her statement.
"Not relaxing or easy," students try living a month of poverty
Submitted 11-14-2016 under NONPROFITS
Students required to attend poverty simulation for a college course receive a unique lesson on what poverty actually means for local families.
Aquinas graduate publishes her first book, "Running in Silence"
Submitted 11-14-2016 under LOCAL LIFE
Rachael Steil opens up to tell her story of running in college while battling an eating disorder. What stared as a raw food diet in order to lose weight and gain speed turned into a long road to self-discovery.
Peek behind the scenes of CARE Ballet's "'Twas the Night Before Christmas"
Submitted 11-13-2016 under NONPROFITS
CARE Ballet’s production of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” kicks off the holiday season with new scenes, sets and venue on Thanksgiving weekend
Is your love strong enough?
Submitted 11-11-2016 under OPINION
Last night, the city of Grand Rapids protested in the streets and embodied the real peace, unity and love many do not see or understand.
While you were fighting race, we were fighting hate
Submitted 11-11-2016 under OPINION
There was a failure to witness the suffering of people of color in this country. The election of Donald Trump was a rejection of reality; it was a refusal to witness.
22nd annual Christmas and Holiday Traditions Around the World highlights some of the world's most cherished folklore
Submitted 11-11-2016 under NONPROFITS
Meijer Gardens celebrates the holidays with over 40 international traditions
Catalyst Radio: Civil discourse initiative promotes dialogue on immigration, refugees
Submitted 11-11-2016 under NEWS
Host Katie Gordon speaks with Jack Mangala, Associate Professor of Political Science and African Studies at Grand Valley State University, on the practice of civil discourse.
In Season: November 12, 2016
Submitted 11-11-2016 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
Swing dancers speak language of movement
Submitted 11-10-2016 under NEWS
The Grand Rapids Original Swing Society draws record setting amounts of people together for swing dancing on weekday nights throughout the year—more than most major cities. Founder Steve Zaagman’s goal is to bring affordable dancing, fitness and fun to great venues in downtown Grand Rapids.