Technology maven offers senior adults tips for Internet shopping, banking and more
Submitted 09-09-2014 under NONPROFITS
Area senior adults learned to safely navigate the Internet during an educational seminar led by Abby Stokes, author of “Is This Thing On,” and hosted by Covenant Village of the Great Lakes.
Mayor engages questions of local economic growth, public transportation on City Connection
Submitted 09-08-2014 under NONPROFITS
Mayor Heartwell answered citizen questions, like one from Chelsie Wyse, asking about how efforts like The Rapid's Silver Line can help local economic growth
Legalization of urban chickens shows desire for integrated, secure food systems
Submitted 09-08-2014 under OPINION
As the Housing Appeals Board and City Commission return to the debate about urban chickens, I share a few reasons I think Grand Rapids should introduce these utilitarian pets into their neighborhoods.
Problem by any other name:"Growth," racism in Grand Rapids
Submitted 09-08-2014 under OPINION
Our city is in need of frank discussions about racism, segregation, growth and what all of this means for Grand Rapids.
Story Matters: Sarafina Kisile, Dorcas Shavani, Salia Georgete describe their friendship
Submitted 09-05-2014 under NONPROFITS
Sarafina Kisile, Dorcas Shavani and Salia Georgete, refugees in the Grand Rapids area, talk about their friendship now and in the future.
Catalyst Radio: Ebony Road Players named beneficiary of Monday's WYCE@Wealthy Concert
Submitted 09-05-2014 under NEWS
The first performance of the new WYCE@Wealthy concert series features Malian musician Vieux Farka Toure, with donations going to Ebony Road Players.
In Season: September, 5, 2014
Submitted 09-05-2014 under NONPROFITS
A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.
"Art at The Market" Sept. 20
Submitted 09-05-2014 under NONPROFITS
A showcase of local fine artists and their work coinciding with Artprize.
Story Matters: ZamZam Isack, Khadimala Isack discuss life in Africa, USA
Submitted 09-05-2014 under NONPROFITS
ZamZam and Khadimala Isack, Sudanese refugees in the Grand Rapids area, explain what makes life in the USA different and what their hopes are for the future.
Story Matters: Tula Khadka discovers key cultural difference between Nepal, USA
Submitted 09-04-2014 under NONPROFITS
Tula Khadka, a refugee in the Grand Rapids area, explains what it means to look someone in the eye.