Orientation available for families interested in foster care, adoption
Submitted 04-09-2014 under NEWS
D.A. Blodgett - St. John's orientation happens on the second Monday of every month to educate families on what it takes to adopt or foster a child.
Changes in motion: how running transformed me
Submitted 04-09-2014 under VOICES
When I began my training for the Gazelle Girl Half Marathon, I expected to change physically. I never expected it to change who I am.
Feeding America West Michigan distributes 400 millionth pound of food
Submitted 04-09-2014 under NONPROFITS
The Grand Rapids-area food bank passes a milestone in West Michigan hunger relief.
Furniture City Creamery to open doors in East Hills neighborhood in May
Submitted 04-08-2014 under NEWS
This summer a new ice cream shop will open on Cherry Street in East Hills.
Mobile farmers market spreads access to locally grown food
Submitted 04-08-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
The YMCA's Veggie Van travels throughout Grand Rapids Monday through Friday and sets up at a number of locations for people who have limited access to fresh produce.
Locally grown gourmet mushrooms on the way to consumers, restaurants
Submitted 04-08-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
The Urban Mushroom is growing a hobby into a full offering of gourmet mushrooms through their CSA program and the farmers market. They also have sights set on creative non-edible uses for the magical mycelium.
Ransom Towers resident lends helping hand
Submitted 04-08-2014 under NEWS
John Townsend has been providing transportation for his neighbors to vital doctor's visits, pharmacy trips and to the grocery store. Now he needs a little help to continue helping others.
Urban Forest Project to host community tree planting event at Dickinson Buffer Park
Submitted 04-08-2014 under NEWS
Community members are invited to help plant trees to increase the green canopy in Dickinson Buffer Park and decrease stormwater runoff.
Parks come alive in spring
Submitted 04-08-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS
Friends of GR Parks share their favorite parks to experience spring this year.
Our city's landscaping: does it have an effect on how we behave toward each other?
Submitted 04-07-2014 under OPINION
We all benefit from kindness. Let’s find a way to make all of our city a kinder place to live.