Submitted 06-01-2020 under OPINION
My tradition teaches, Tzedek, Tzedek, Tirdof, “Justice, justice, shall you pursue!” My tradition also instructs me to be ohev shalom v’rodef shalom, “a lover of peace and a pursuer of peace.”
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Submitted 05-31-2020 under NEWS
Peaceful protest against police brutality turned overnight riot results in a community clean-up effort and a 48-hour curfew.
Submitted 05-29-2020 under NEWS
Grand Rapids Police Department issues statement on George Floyd death, Mayor Bliss and local faith leaders to host citywide moment of silence and prayer for coronavirus victims, and more statements issued May 28-29.
Submitted 05-29-2020 under NONPROFITS
Come support your local food community this Saturday! There will be 45 vendors ready to sell you all the fresh local products you need! Get outside and enjoy the fresh air while you shop for your food essentials.
In the midst of a pandemic that brings with it much uncertainty, we can choose to hope and not fear.
Submitted 05-27-2020 under NEWS
State of Michigan launches online MI Safe Start Map to inform reopening plans, Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. extends Placemaking Grant application deadline, and Avenue for the Arts seeks local artist input.
Submitted 05-26-2020 under LOCAL LIFE
Grand Rapids census turnout above national average so far, with more work to do in neighborhoods at risk of being undercounted.
Submitted 05-25-2020 under OPINION
Taylor asks, “Do you think that one political group, wing or ideology is more moral than another?”
Submitted 05-25-2020 under NONPROFITS
When will the pandemic end? Science and religion help to bring answers.
Submitted 05-22-2020 under NEWS
Kent County Health Department confirms ample coronavirus testing capacity for Kent County, Gov. Whitmer extends "Stay Home, Stay Safe" order through June 12, and more statements issued May 21-22.
