Local Artist Highlight: David Nguyen
Submitted 08-13-2024 under NONPROFITS
David Nguyen shares his journey from Kentwood to Guam and back—now experiencing meaning in his own art studio. Interview by Pamela MacDougal.
Voters narrow mayoral race to 2 candidates, approve all 3 proposals
Submitted 08-07-2024 under NEWS
Grand Rapids primary election results are in: LaGrand and Lenear advance in the mayoral race, key city commission candidates move forward and proposals for hotel tax, early childhood and library funding pass.
Grand Rapids Children's Museum Brings Pixar’s 'Inside Out' to Life
Submitted 08-02-2024 under LOCAL LIFE
The acclaimed movie presents a theme of social-emotional learning in a hands-on experience for all ages.
Grand Rapids partners with Lime to provide free scooter rides for those in need
Submitted 07-30-2024 under NEWS
Grand Rapids partners with Lime to offer free rides to eligible residents through the Lime Access pilot program, providing up to five free 30-minute rides daily to improve mobility options.
GRPS leadership face multiple calls for resignation during board meeting
Submitted 07-26-2024 under NEWS
Parents and teachers demand accountability and better conditions ahead of the new school year starting next month.
How tattoos went from circus spectacle to common self expression in Grand Rapids
Submitted 07-22-2024 under LOCAL LIFE
Teryl Grooters, now 84, got his first tattoo at 60 and went on to get 356 tattoos, inspired by comic characters and personal milestones. In the last 100+ years, tattoos in Grand Rapids have evolved from circus attractions to forms of self-expression and self-advocacy.
Monty Python's Spamalot Returns To Grand Rapids Circle Theatre
Submitted 07-19-2024 under OPINION
A cult classic film has transubstantiated into a musical while leaving none of its silliness or smarts behind.
GRPS comms director parts ways with district after accusing leadership of retaliation
Submitted 07-19-2024 under NEWS
Former GRPS Communications Director Leon Hendrix parts ways with the district after accusing Superintendent Dr. Leadriane Roby of retaliation for raising concerns about leadership and team treatment.
Districts eye more 'normal' financial pictures due to end of ESSER funds
Submitted 07-17-2024 under NEWS
GRPS faces tighter budgets as COVID-relief funds expire. Reduced expenditures and program cuts loom, with impacts from inflation and declining enrollment further straining finances.
Local Artist Highlight: Tattooist Sarah Sun
Submitted 07-16-2024 under NONPROFITS
Sarah Sun shares her artistic practice with Avenue for the Arts. Interview at Balm Tattooing by Pamela MacDougal.