Grand Rapids artist Derrick Hollowell’s big concept
Submitted 07-13-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Derrick Hollowell, artist, musician and teacher has spent much of his life expressing himself through paintings and music, but words don’t escape him, either. Derrick talks about art,
Gurgle and Squeak! You're on My Baby View Camera
Submitted 07-12-2011 under NEWS
Premature babies at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital connect with families via video.
University students help seniors showcase life in twilight years
Submitted 07-11-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Residents and staff of Clark Retirement Community celebrated the world's first-ever senior center lipdub with a premiere screening on Monday, July 11.
Sr. Barbara returns to City Connection, live Monday evening at 5pm
Submitted 07-11-2011 under NEWS
Got a question for Mayor Heartwell? Tonight is your opportunity to interact with our Grand Rapid's most prominent elected official - this episode marks the triumphent return of Sr. Barbara Hansen
Beating the odds: Michael Bates' journey to graduation
Submitted 07-11-2011 under NONPROFITS
Michael Bates is the first of 23 Class of 2011 GRPS graduates whose stories will be featured here on The Rapidian. Michael's story is one of perseverance, integrity and self discipline.
Grand Rapids community struggles to find peace, trying to find meaning in the Dantzler murders
Submitted 07-08-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
An evening vigil held at Ah-Nab-Awen Park brings the community together, but most are still unsure about how to cope with the loss
Heat Related Illness: Increasing Awareness for Grand Rapids Seniors
Submitted 07-08-2011 under NONPROFITS
As the summer heats up it is important to pay attention to the signs and symptoms of heat related illnesses. This article gives tips for prevention and resources in Grand Rapids to keep seniors cool.
Community healing: Words of gratitude and encouragement from Mayor Heartwell after the July 7th tragedy
Submitted 07-08-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Mayor Heartwell applauds the efforts of the law enforcement, media, and citizens, and calls us as a community to pray for the victims and care for our neighbors.
Catalyst Radio: Thrive aims to set up successful environment for refugees
Submitted 07-08-2011 under NONPROFITS
New organization Thrive has just joined the Grand Rapids nonprofit scene to serve refugees in the area. Find out more as Jessica Gladden shares the origins of the organization.
Rodrick Dantzler—Processing what happened as a community
Submitted 07-08-2011 under OPINION
But what tonight will prove, as we gather in small circles, is that we're social creatures who sometimes can't make sense of things, can't see the bigger picture until we do it together.