Builders Exchange of Michigan Donates More Than $24,000 to Guiding Light's Back to Work Program
Submitted 10-01-2020 under NONPROFITS
Builders Exchange of Michigan raised $24,943 at its 64th Annual Golf Outing to benefit Guiding Light’s Back to Work program.
"Sí Se Puede!" National and Local Leaders Call for Reform and Support for Michigan's Migrant Farmworkers
Submitted 09-29-2020 under NONPROFITS
Community updates: Tuesday, Sept. 29
Submitted 09-29-2020 under NEWS
Grand Rapids Police Department unveils finalized strategic plan to improve policing; Grand Rapids Public Library providing internet to families without access; and Local First launches new website with enhanced directory of locally-owned businesses.
Ethics and Religion Talk: Converting Hate Against LGBTQ into Love
Submitted 09-29-2020 under OPINION
So, my question is: In this era of increasing fear and hatred, in addition to prayer and moral support, what role can I play in converting hate into love? What actions are suggested?”
Iconic Grand Rapids Kettle Corn Popping into Stores throughout the Midwest
Submitted 09-29-2020 under NONPROFITS
Downtown Market merchant Dorothy & Tony’s Gourmet Popcorn lands deal that brings family’s kettle corn to specialty stores across the midwest
Passing the Mic: West Grand Neighborhood Organization answers, "Beyond 2040, where do we see neighborhood associations?"
Submitted 09-28-2020 under VOICES
Annette Vandenberg from West Grand Neighborhood Organization responds to East Hills Council of Neighbors' Maggi Rivera.
Gov. Whitmer reopens indoor theaters, concert venues, more across Michigan on Oct. 9
Submitted 09-25-2020 under NEWS
The businesses may reopen with an indoor limit of 20 people per 1,000 square feet or 20 percent of fixed seating capacity.
Community updates: Thursday, Sept. 24
Submitted 09-24-2020 under NEWS
Grand Rapids Public Library reopening in Oct. with limited services; Kent County Sheriff’s Office gets $2.2 million in funding for new body, in-car cameras; and fifth annual Mayor’s Greening Initiative bringing 500 new trees to Garfield Park neighborhood.
In Season Report: September 26, 2020
Submitted 09-24-2020 under NONPROFITS
Come down and enjoy Main Season Market before it’s too late! Check out the beauty of what this season has to offer as you shop from local food growers and creators this Saturday.
Community updates: Tuesday, Sept. 22
Submitted 09-22-2020 under NEWS
Grand Rapids Public Schools prepares for hybrid in-person learning starting mid-Oct.; City of Grand Rapids adds more absentee ballot drop boxes; and East Hills Council of Neighbors hosts more outdoor Cherry Park Live Concerts.