Submitted 09-15-2015 under NEWS
Sculptor Mic Carlson's statue of St Francis will be in the garden, and the Threshold Choir Group will sing along the walk in the woods.
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Submitted 09-15-2015 under OPINION
As a younger community leader I often find myself around individuals or boards that insist on meeting constantly to discuss the various issues plaguing the Black community, yet too much time continues to pass on without action.
Submitted 09-15-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
We can't grow as a community- or as individuals- if we aren't willing to engage in hard conversations. Willingness to be honest takes courage. Why are we so afraid of that here in Grand Rapids?
Submitted 09-14-2015 under NONPROFITS
Mayor Heartwell answered citizen questions live on Monday from 5-6 p.m., like a question about supporting local food from Levi Gardner.
Sept. 14-Oct. 6, Weingartz will match donations to three Michigan food banks.
Submitted 09-14-2015 under OPINION
The second part of Sara Chittenden's story. GVSU is still under investigation and nothing has happened.
Submitted 09-10-2015 under VOICES
These are important times. Lines are being drawn, and history will not allow any of us to escape its penchant for creating heroes and goats in times of crisis – even those of us in fast growing Grand Rapids.
Submitted 09-08-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS
The principal at Burton Middle School, Lametria Johnson-Eaddy, is rolling out the red carpet for her incoming middle schoolers to encourage the community to support its students.
Submitted 09-08-2015 under NEWS
The Rapidian will be holding a special Artprize-focused New Reporter training in mid-September and would like to see friendly faces, both old and new
Submitted 09-08-2015 under VOICES
The GRap Food Swappers have reunited to resurrect their food exchange event, and seeks to build community among local food fans in Grand Rapids.
