Honorees announced for the fifth annual Women and the Environment Symposium
Submitted 02-18-2016 under NONPROFITS
As of this afternoon, the WMEAC has announced the recipients of the Environmental Hidden Heroine Awards, to be presented during the fifth annual Women and the Environment Sympoisum on Wednesday, February 24.
Ferris Coffee & Nut barista competes in USCC Brewer's Cup qualifier
Submitted 02-18-2016 under NEWS
Head barista Dan Shoup successfully prepared coffees to present to three judges to earn a spot at the U.S.Coffee Championship in April.
Alligator wrestling act in town this week shows urgent need for ordinance
Submitted 02-18-2016 under OPINION
Can we truly consider alligator wrestling a "traveling educational exhibit?" This week, the act is on display at the Grand Rapids Boat Show
Grand Rapids, time to get in formation
Submitted 02-16-2016 under OPINION
From my vantage point, "Formation" was a battle cry for Grand Rapids and every space like it.
Professional development for local artists returns with full day event
Submitted 02-16-2016 under NONPROFITS
From building new communities through technology to inspiring social change through art, artists are shaping Grand Rapids and challenging how the community views art.
Westside school to host lasagna dinner to raise funds for camp
Submitted 02-16-2016 under NEWS
Shawmut Hills 5th graders are hoping to bring together community and raise money for their annual trip to Camp Manitou-Lin with a lasagna dinner that has become a yearly event.
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks plans summer barbecue series, new mural, expanded citizen forester classes
Submitted 02-16-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks is partnering with several local organizations to build stronger parks and neighborhoods.
ACT's Arts & Mentoring Dance class gives students confidence and independence
Submitted 02-16-2016 under NONPROFITS
"I learned that no matter what type of disability you have, you can still have fun." -Arts & Mentoring Dance Student
Ralston Bowles, Jammies Legacy Award 2016 recipient, talks music, community
Submitted 02-16-2016 under LOCAL LIFE
Musician Ralston Bowles has been called the godfather of West Michigan's folk scene. Now he's being formally recognized for it with a Legacy Award at this Friday's Jammies.
Catalyst Radio: learning more about the local Sikh community
Submitted 02-15-2016 under LOCAL LIFE
Host Katie Gordon speaks with Rishi Makkar, a local business owner and follower of the Sikh religion, about misunderstanding and violence toward the Sikh community, and how we can overcome that fear and hatred by breaking bread with one another.