Local urban sociology professor explains concerns about Heartside, gentrification
Submitted 12-29-2015 under OPINION
A walk down South Division with Joel Stillerman highlights the changing demographics of Heartside Neighborhood, as the area downtown south of Fulton sees increases in both homelessness and development.
Wealthy Theatre to host The Crane Wives for 6th annual New Year's Eve concert
Submitted 12-29-2015 under NEWS
Local favorite The Crane Wives returns to Grand Rapids, headlining at the Wealthy Theatre for the annual New Year's Eve concert.
Mayor Heartwell says farewell to his role as Grand Rapids mayor
Submitted 12-29-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
After 12 years as your Mayor and eight years before that as your Third Ward City Commissioner, it is time for me to say goodbye- and to tell you how proud I have been to be your mayor.
What's appropriate at a Trump rally anyway?
Submitted 12-22-2015 under OPINION
I hadn't planned on attending the Trump rally last night, but once there, I decided if Donald Trump can speak his mind, then so can I.
Trump mocks protestors at Grand Rapids rally
Submitted 12-22-2015 under NEWS
Dozens of protestors attended the sold out Donald Trump rally at the Deltaplex, chanting with signs at the entrance and getting tossed out of the venue.
East Hills urban canopy grows with 100 new trees
Submitted 12-22-2015 under NEWS
The East Hills Council of Neighbors continues to move forward on their Urban Forest Plan with the help of the City of Grand Rapids.
Vote now to pick Summer 2016's Movies in the Park
Submitted 12-22-2015 under NEWS
DGRI invites people to vote from a poll of 80 movies to narrow down choices for this coming summer's movies in An-Nab-Awen Park. The poll is open for participation until January 3.
Race and Equity workshop to compile strategic recommendations for City of Grand Rapids
Submitted 12-22-2015 under OPINION
One of the workshops at the Neighborhood Summit next March will seek to bring various community groups together to advice the City on race and equity goals moving forward.
Friends of Grand Rapids Parks reflects on success, welcomes new leader
Submitted 12-22-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
With the help of the community, Friends of Grand Rapids Parks has grown.
Brewery Vivant to celebrate five years of brewing, sustainability, neighborhood advocacy
Submitted 12-18-2015 under NEWS
The team at Brewery Vivant are inviting the community to help them celebrate five years of neighborhood commitment and future endeavors by coming in to enjoy special beer releases, food specials and live music.