Submitted 05-18-2015 under NONPROFITS
Justice-seekers in West Michigan are invited to attend The Justice Conference simulcast at Church of the Servant Saturday, June 6, 9:30 AM - 6 PM. Tickets are $20 and must be purchased in advance.
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Submitted 05-18-2015 under OPINION
The Rapidian gives community members the tools they need to tell the stories. It gives a voice where there is a void in conventional media. It breaks down the old narratives of the past that are no longer relevant, and in the case of more sensitive issues like race and gender struggles, damaging.
After overseeing the creation of over 80 Rapidian articles citizen journalist Jenn Schaub has a thing or two to say about the Rapidian.
Submitted 05-18-2015 under NEWS
Tickets are now available for the Memorial Day weekend camping and music event that features VW vans and many local bands, as well as raises funds for burn survivors.
Submitted 05-17-2015 under OPINION
My experience as an intern at The Rapidian built my confidence, my career and my connection to the beer community here in Beer City, USA. What could be better?
Submitted 05-16-2015 under OPINION
I remember discovering citizen journalism in 1969 when I first read a copy of the Chicago Seed. Here in Grand Rapids, it's up to us to keep citizen journalism alive and well with a donation during The Rapidian's fund drive.
Submitted 05-15-2015 under NONPROFITS
Reporter Garret Ellison was praised for his well-researched and widely read news articles featuring historical accounts of the Grand River Valley.
Submitted 05-15-2015 under OPINION
My years living in Grand Rapids and getting involved in the community brought me to The Rapidian: first, with photos, then with a chance to help grow the conversations about this place.
I <3 The Rapidian for its volunteer opportunities, its community advocacy and its nonprofit resources.
Submitted 05-14-2015 under OPINION
In 2008, while the media was in full-blown crisis mode, we worked with the community to create a different kind of media platform- where all voices are welcomed to the table.
