First Fridays to return to Division corridor
Submitted 02-03-2015 under NEWS
Avenue for the Arts will debut their new headquarters during February's First Friday event.
The rewards of serving one's neighborhood
Submitted 02-03-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
ECA board member Heather Colletto reflects on the responsibilities and benefits of neighborhood involvement, including realizing the impact of a community association when a gas station was proposed for a busy Eastown corner.
Women's Symposium to tackle gender roles, environmental issues
Submitted 02-03-2015 under NEWS
The Women and Environment Symposium, a one day event designed to inform participants on gender issues and environmental concerns, will cover environmental justice, healthy homes and family health, inclusion and localizing food.
Story Matters: Wayne Rietberg describes old organ at Neland Ave. CRC
Submitted 02-03-2015 under NONPROFITS
Wayne Rietberg shares memories of his grandmother playing the old pump organ at Neland Avenue Christian Reformed Church.
Mayor Heartwell responds to citizen concerns on police relations, street plowing, fracking
Submitted 02-02-2015 under NONPROFITS
This month's live open forum included a conversation about the 12 point plan.
Story Matters: Loutisha Patterson recalls coming to Grand Rapids in 1973
Submitted 02-02-2015 under NONPROFITS
Loutisha Patterson remembers visiting Grand Rapids when her husband applied for a job at Fuller Avenue Christian Reformed Church.
Story Matters: Marcia Rose describes attending Blodgett nursing program
Submitted 02-02-2015 under NONPROFITS
Marcia Rose talks about her time at Blodgett and her experiences in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Grand Rapids weighs in on free community college proposal
Submitted 01-30-2015 under NEWS
Community college administrators, GRCC students, and politicians respond to President Barack Obama's idea to provide federal and state funding to cover the first two years of college education for all American citizens.
Catalyst Radio: Tax Credit Coalition to offer financial assistance information at Saturday fair
Submitted 01-30-2015 under NEWS
United Way’s Kent County Tax Credit Coalition helps those trying to meet basic needs, offering free tax preparation. Show Me The Money fair on Saturday at Alger Middle School includes financial seminars.
Story Matters: Tawngela Matthews explains importance of GED
Submitted 01-29-2015 under NONPROFITS
Tawangela Matthews talks about her work at Alternative Directions and gives advice for those seeking change in their lives.