The Rapidian Home

East Grand Rapids

Mental Health issues; Who do we call?

Submitted 10-02-2014 under OPINION

Suicide, along with violence between law enforcement and residents of the United States, is rapidly growing while tolerance is disappearing. Lives are being lost, destroyed and turned upside down while mentally ill people are falling into the cracks of our legal system.

view

Domestic Violence Awareness Month provides perfect opportunity for continued conversation and action around violence prevention

Submitted 09-30-2014 under NONPROFITS

Kent County agencies join together to provide Domestic Violence Awareness Month community events

view

What's on Tap: September 18-24

Submitted 09-18-2014 under NEWS

A couple local brewpubs add new fall beers on to their tap lists this week. Founders brings back Alexis to the stage on September 20.

view

Bus Stop Stories showcase local resident experiences on public transportation

Submitted 09-16-2014 under NONPROFITS

Disability Advocates of Kent County, Tommy Allen Creative and Friends of Transit Announces the launch “Bus Stop Stories,” a new video series showcasing The Rapid’s new BRT Silver Line.

view

What's on Tap: September 11-17

Submitted 09-11-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Welcome fall with a beer from a local brewpub.

view

Technology maven offers senior adults tips for Internet shopping, banking and more

Submitted 09-09-2014 under NONPROFITS

Area senior adults learned to safely navigate the Internet during an educational seminar led by Abby Stokes, author of “Is This Thing On,” and hosted by Covenant Village of the Great Lakes.

view

KT Killin' Them: changing the direction of hip hop

Submitted 08-24-2014 under OPINION

Local hip hop artist, Kurtis Burke, known as KT Killin' Them or KT, opens for T-Pain August 26, set out to help change the face of hip hop.

view

Red Cross to Host Open House on August 14

Submitted 08-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

Enjoy some fun at the Red Cross in Grand Rapids on Aug. 14, 5:30-8:00 p.m.

view

NPO Showcase: Kent County Senior Millage

Submitted 08-01-2014 under NONPROFITS

On Tuesday, August 5, voters will be asked to renew the Kent County Senior Millage, which provides services that help seniors live independently.

view

Cooking Demos Increase Healthy Food Sales at YMCA Veggie Van and Urban Grocery Stores

Submitted 07-31-2014 under NONPROFITS

Michigan Harvest of the Month Showcases do more than provide education about how to select, store, prepare, and preserve fresh fruits and vegetables. They also help to generate a crowd and create a thriving community around healthy food.

view

Browse