Santa to take calls, tweets live on Monday, December 21
Submitted 12-18-2015 under NONPROFITS
On GRTV and The Rapidian this Monday, Santa will be doing a live show so that children (of all ages!) can call or tweet their Christmas wishes.
Advanced Manufacturing Expo and West Michigan Works! to Hold Largest Public Technology Show in Michigan
Submitted 12-18-2015 under NEWS
Advanced Manufacturing Expo and West Michigan Works! join forces to bring the largest public technology show in Michigan to the DeltaPlex in August.
GRPD rifle purchase splits Commissioners, residents
Submitted 12-17-2015 under NEWS
On December 15, the Grand Rapids City Commission approved the purchase of 65 rifles for the GRPD.
John Ball Zoo plans for growth as nonprofit
Submitted 12-17-2015 under NEWS
After a transition to nonprofit status in 2014, John Ball Zoo is looking to make park expansions and fund new projects.
West Side home prices: Blowing up or recovering?
Submitted 12-16-2015 under OPINION
Is the local real estate market out of control, or is it stabilizing? Is any housing stock left in cool, affordable, up-and-coming areas, or have investors snapped it all up? Are buyers overpaying for real estate in Grand Rapids?
61Syx Street Dance Academy presents dance battle at Pyramid Scheme
Submitted 12-15-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
Local student break dancers will be competing in dance battles for an all ages welcome event on Saturday, December 19 at 11 a.m. Students as young as four years old will be competing.
WYCE prepares annual party to celebrate, support community radio
Submitted 12-15-2015 under NEWS
The Bubble Bash at The B.O.B. will bring together local programmers, listeners and WYCE staff for their annual holiday celebration.
Local business seeks inspiration from British colonial empire
Submitted 12-15-2015 under OPINION
Barfly's new restaurant concept, Waldron Public House, will feature cuisine inspired by cultures colonised by the British Empire.
Exploring Greater Grand Rapids: Experiences as a GoSite Guide
Submitted 12-15-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
From tourists to new residents to lifelong residents, GoSite impacts people over the long-term through small recommendations that place a large role in how people experience West Michigan together.
Special guests visit Mayor Heartwell's last City Connection
Submitted 12-14-2015 under NONPROFITS
A special farewell City Connection was held for Mayor Heartwell's last month as mayor of Grand Rapids. Guests include staff from DGRI, the Grand Rapids Community Foundation and Mayor-Elect Rosalynn Bliss.