Submitted 07-31-2015 under NONPROFITS
After attending the mayoral debate at Wealthy Theatre, Mayhue sat down to talk with us about the problems with race in Grand Rapids that he's seen with policing and laws.
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After attending the mayoral debate on July 30, Lara says he appreciates the diverse group of candidates, from those who don't have much political background or networks to those who have been working in politics in the area for a long time.
Mary Alice Williams attended MLive and WGVU's mayoral candidate debate on income inequality, and says she's looking most of all for integrity, a passion to serve and social justice concerns in Grand Rapids' next mayor.
Submitted 07-31-2015 under NEWS
Is “organic” just a euphemism for “You’re being gouged?” For organic farmers here in Grand Rapids, the answer is a resounding “No.”
Submitted 07-31-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
Our Kitchen Table is a nonprofit organization working to educate and empower people of color and income challenged communities on food justice and how to create change in the food systems in their neighborhoods.
With just four days before local citizens vote for their choice in the next mayor, we have candidates answering questions from local citizens.
Submitted 07-30-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
The folk-rock ensemble, founded in 2014, mixes elements of jazz, americana, bluegrass and more to make its own style of music.
Submitted 07-29-2015 under NEWS
Festival organizers announce schedule, have more in store for 4th annual GRandJazzFest presented by DTE Energy Foundation
Submitted 07-29-2015 under NONPROFITS
Dr. Len Lecci returns to Covenant Village of the Great Lakes with the latest information and advice for maintaining brain health. He’ll present “Maximizing Your Memory Health” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 11 a.m.
Submitted 07-28-2015 under NEWS
With an average voting rate of 47.1 percent and August Primaries nearing, The Rapidian seeks out non-voters to ask, "why don't you vote?"