Glance at the Past - The Lone Eagle
Submitted 04-08-2012 under NONPROFITS
It was a memorable day in 1927 when Col. Charles A. Lindbergh and the Spirit of St. Louis were welcomed to Grand Rapids by the largest reception in the city's history.
Glance at the Past - Eagle Hotel
Submitted 04-08-2012 under NONPROFITS
The Eagle Hotel, built in 1834, served the residents and visitors of the city for ninety-nine years. It had many landlords during its tenure, but one was remembered for killing a guest.
Glance at the Past - Pioneer Travels
Submitted 04-08-2012 under NONPROFITS
The diary kept by Mrs. John Almy describes the difficulties of travel, both overland and by water, during the pioneer days of Grand Rapids.
Red Tail Ring - My Heart's Swift Foot
Submitted 04-07-2012 under NONPROFITS
Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.
Mothers, Sisters, Daughters
Submitted 04-07-2012 under NONPROFITS
Author and missioner, Edwina Gateley, will offer a presentation about women on whose shoulders we all stand.
Proposal aims to bring casino to downtown Grand Rapids
Submitted 04-06-2012 under NEWS
Statewide group is hoping to change the state constitution to allow for more casinos.
Catalyst Radio: Tommy Allen talks about his writing, passion for creativity
Submitted 04-06-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Allen is organizing a May 2 Creston Art Battle to support neighborhood group.
Until Love is Equal supporters to create human art: "To Holland, with love"
Submitted 04-06-2012 under NONPROFITS
On May 4, we come together in one of the many Michigan cities that protects its residents and workers - Grand Rapids - as "human art," a demonstration of love and support for the LGBT minority in Holland.
Spring Picturesque gallery nears halfway point, seeks more signs of spring
Submitted 04-06-2012 under OPINION
Two weeks into the new Picturesque contest, "Signs of Spring," and the gallery has 53 images waiting for you to vote for them. Leading photos have over 50 votes.
Big Dudee Roo brings diverse influences to indie music scene
Submitted 04-06-2012 under OPINION
Big Dudee Roo reinforces the frequencies of Grand Rapids indie music scene, and their diverse influences help express the community's unique sounds.