Upgrades on the line in school bonding proposals
Submitted 10-29-2015 under NEWS
Bonding proposals on the Nov. 3 ballot across Kent County will include the potential for infrastructure, security and technology upgrades in several districts.
Two 3rd Ward community leaders race for City Commission seat
Submitted 10-29-2015 under NEWS
Voters have a choice between two 3rd Ward city commissioner candidates whose goals are aimed at economic opportunity, equitable housing and safety. The winner will replace term-limited Elias Lumpkins.
Unopposed 1st Ward commissioner prepares to take office
Submitted 10-29-2015 under NEWS
1st Ward commissioner candidate Jon O'Connor has long been involved on the West Side, as a community leader, a school board member and a local business owner.
GRAM brings retrospective of local art hero Reynold Weidenaar to community
Submitted 10-29-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
Thirty years of his passing, one of the greatest artists Grand Rapids ever produced receives his first full scale retrospective now through January 17, at the Grand Rapids Art Museum.
In Season: October 31, 2015
Submitted 10-28-2015 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to hold 10th business expo
Submitted 10-27-2015 under NONPROFITS
The free Business Expo will be held at the Applause Event Center on November 4 to connect businesses and individuals with the Hispanic community.
New coffee shop ups brewing game
Submitted 10-27-2015 under NEWS
Jam N Bean, a new coffee shop on Ottawa, uses the innovative "Steampunk" machine and new brewing methods to give customers more options.
Grand Rapids Public Library renews Day of the Dead tradition
Submitted 10-27-2015 under NEWS
October 30- November 1, the downtown branch of the Grand Rapids Public Library will be hosting the yearly Dia de los Muertos celebration to celebrate the lives of those who have died.
GRPS Director of Communications explains major bond proposal up for vote on Tuesday, November 3
Submitted 10-27-2015 under NEWS
The $175 million dollar bond would renovate amd improve classrooms, buildings, and technology at local schools, says John Helmholdt, Executive Director of Communications & External Affairs at GRPS.
The Rapidian adds Advisory Council to support local writers
Submitted 10-27-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
As we continue to grow and support local voices, it's important that we make sure that we're providing our community reporters with everything they need to share their news and stories well. Our Advisory Council is an important piece in taking good care of our reporters.