Submitted 05-05-2015 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT
In early spring 2008, Brian and Erica VanEe were on a walk in their neighborhood and decided to get some friends together for a little pick up of the area and some fun together afterward. Now, the WestSide Community Cleanup has grown to a diverse event with over 300 participants.
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Submitted 05-05-2015 under OPINION
There's no question we have a crisis in our road infrastructure. Proposal 1 isn't perfect, but it will raise enough money so that forward looking cities like Grand Rapids can begin to catch up on their road maintenance.
Submitted 05-04-2015 under NONPROFITS
Mayor Heartwell answered questions live on Monday, May 4 at 5 p.m. He adressed citizen questions about water conservation, chickens, skateboarding, housing and many other concerns.
Grand Rapids' letter carriers are asking the community to take part in the nationwide Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive this Saturday.
Submitted 05-01-2015 under NONPROFITS
Artists Creating Together to host their 29th annual Festival Day for students with disabilities in Grand Rapids.
Submitted 05-01-2015 under NEWS
The upcoming Then & NOW 2015 fundraising event on May 7 will highlight some of the unheard voices from the feminist movement, and celebrate the impact of activism.
Submitted 04-30-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
Fountain Street Church is hosting an Alice in Wonderland themed prom for LGBT teens this weekend.
Submitted 04-28-2015 under NONPROFITS
Robert Tennie's powerful story of civil war in his home country and moving to Grand Rapids
D.A. Blodgett – St. John’s Partners with Wolfgang’s Restaurant to Provide "Brinner" for Foster Families
Submitted 04-28-2015 under NEWS
Gettin' Fresh, a new food truck serving West Michigan, will be celebrating its grand opening with brunch service on May 3 at the White Flame Brewing Co. in Hudsonville, and will be a regular part of Movies in the Park downtown this summer.
