Submitted 01-14-2016 under NONPROFITS
The story behind HarvestBox, a output of Byron Center Meats that focuses on not only delivering quality meat, but also on connecting customer and farmer.
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Submitted 01-13-2016 under OPINION
In response to MLive's Ten Most Expensive Homes in 2015 Sold in Kent County, we've assembled a list of the 10 least expensive ones sold last year. If you lived here you'd be home now.
Submitted 01-13-2016 under LOCAL LIFE
Hundreds of local food pantries and after-school programs have a hidden connection: Feeding America West Michigan.
Submitted 01-12-2016 under NONPROFITS
Mary Ann Cartwright is a local advocate, leader and legal pioneer .
Upcoming months at UICA are packed with opportunities such as the current exhibition series, "Coming Home," featuring local artists, Live Coverage and the traveling "UNLOADED" exhibit in March and an exploration of Pantone's Color of the Year in April.
Submitted 01-12-2016 under OPINION
By getting to know our neighbors who have different faith traditions than we do, we can come to appreciate Grand Rapids in its wholeness.
Submitted 01-12-2016 under NEWS
Owners Matt Smith and Cynthia Esch of Louise Earl Butcher are happy to be participating in the local indie food retailer growth. They will be selling pastured meats sourced from area farms and creating daily sandwiches.
Submitted 01-12-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS
Creating a neighborhood that brings neighbors together year round includes many elements- from safety to fun activities- and can be achieved through large organized efforts as well as by you and your neighbors.
Submitted 01-11-2016 under NONPROFITS
A recent Rapidian article discussing Heartside and gentrification sparked a response from Dwelling Place Executive Director Dennis Sturtevant. Sturtevant has over 37 years working in Heartside and has been Executive Director at Dwelling Place for 27 years.
Submitted 01-08-2016 under NONPROFITS
New Year, new adventures! At the Creative Youth Center’s end-of-session party late last year, students, staff and volunteers looked forward to the beginning of the next session, starting January 11.