Exploring Grand Rapids
Submitted 12-23-2014 under NEWS
Experience Grand Rapids seeks Tourism Ambassadors to help visitors and locals explore Grand Rapids
Vintage charm lights up Jefferson Avenue
Submitted 12-23-2014 under NEWS
Jefferson Avenue Downtown remains illuminated with vintage lights and nostalgic window displays through the new year.
From the voices of many, one vision emerges
Submitted 12-23-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Engaging in new ways with our community has enabled the GR Forward team to draft a vision statement for our downtown and riverfront areas.
Growing up at historical Houseman Field
Submitted 12-22-2014 under VOICES
Growing up in Grand Rapids has created many lasting memories of places that are still standing today, such as Houseman Field. Important on a personal level, this place also has positively affected many generations before and after me.
Catalyst Radio: Paschka's audio and community interests lead him to WYCE
Submitted 12-19-2014 under NEWS
After serving with two Grand Rapids arts organizations, AJ Paschka finds that being the new station manager of WYCE is a natural progression.
Focus on Issues: Community Outreach Court
Submitted 12-19-2014 under NONPROFITS
Grand Rapids' Heartside social service organizations have teamed up with legal service organizations and the Grand Rapids District Court to form the Community Outreach Court.
Food Bank asks community to remember hungry during holidays
Submitted 12-19-2014 under NONPROFITS
At the end of another record year, Feeding America West Michigan needs more support than ever to continue meeting the need.
Ski film premiere, fundraiser encourages girls to do more, be more in the outdoors
Submitted 12-19-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
West Michigan’s local ski community is bringing the ski film “Pretty Faces” to Grand Rapids on its national tour. The premiere will inspire young female athletes to do more, be more.
The Bridge of Snow
Submitted 12-18-2014 under OPINION
Snow or no snow, take advantage of the many indoor activities throughout our city to get out of the house this winter!
New police chief notes lowering recidivism rates; continues to seek ways to lower rates further
Submitted 12-17-2014 under NEWS
A conversation with GRPD Chief of Police David Rahinsky reveals he's looking at ways to address recidivism in Michigan- which at a 28% rate is significantly lower than the national level. Rahinsky says it's still too high.