Catalyst Radio: 200 volunteers to build new playground in Aberdeen Park in just six hours
Submitted 09-16-2011 under NONPROFITS
Tune in to hear about the design process with the community, purchasing equipment from the KaBoom program and how Aberdeen became the 13th park that has benefited from this partnership.
Returned Peace Corps volunteers support projects during 50th anniversary year
Submitted 09-16-2011 under NONPROFITS
50th Anniversary of Peace Corps is celebrated with international dinner and a yard sale to benefit future projects to support returned Peace Corps volunteers.
The Birth of Metaphorest
Submitted 09-15-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Put together four artists, fifteen WMCAT students and a time lapse photographer and you get Metaphorest for ArtPrize.
GRPS/WMCAT students assist professional artist with ArtPrize entry
Submitted 09-15-2011 under NONPROFITS
WMCAT students assist Tracy Van Duinen in the creation of a giant mural as an entry for 2011's ArtPrize
In Studio: Food and Water Watch kicks off Fair Farm campaign
Submitted 09-15-2011 under NONPROFITS
Fair Farm rules aim to level the playing field for small and medium-sized farms.
Glance at the Past - McGeorge Bundy
Submitted 09-15-2011 under NONPROFITS
Glance at the Past is a two minute exploration of local history. This week we learn about prominent citizen McGeorge Bundy, and find out how he got his unique name.
Local baker inspired to make "organic" a cornerstone of her business
Submitted 09-15-2011 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
Erika Jane Hanson of Oven Mitt Bakery talks about how she got started creating treats for Rowster coffee shop and what she envisions for the future of her business.
Fragrant re-imagining of Afghan war rugs: An interview with artist Barbara Koenen
Submitted 09-14-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Interview with ArtPrize artist, Barbara Koenen about her piece The War Rugs Project, being exhibited at the GRAM for ArtPrize 2011 reveals the artist's inspirations and hopes for her work.
MSU Club of West Michigan hosts GRPS students at Spartan football game
Submitted 09-13-2011 under NONPROFITS
MSU club of West Michigan brings GRPS students from three different elementary schools to attend a Michigan State football game on September 10.
Interfaith service promotes unity and honors 9/11 victims
Submitted 09-12-2011 under NEWS
Local clergy from a variety of religious traditions honor lives lost and celebrate unity.