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Story Matters: Rachel Lee sees East Hills blossom after Brewery Vivant arrival

Submitted 10-30-2013 under NONPROFITS

Rachel Lee has watched the community around Brewery Vivant blossom since they started their brewery in the neighborhood.

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Story Matters: Seth Ricord shares story of addiction, recovery

Submitted 10-30-2013 under NONPROFITS

Seth Ricord sat down in our story fort to tell us about his young introduction to alcohol and drugs, and the many organizations and people that have helped him turn his life around.

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What's On Tap: October 31-November 6

Submitted 10-30-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Celebrate this Halloween with some seasonal brews at your local breweries.

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Grand Rapids Public Schools Hold 21st Annual Turkey Trot

Submitted 10-30-2013 under NEWS

Grand Rapids Public Schools hold their 21st annual Turkey Trot. The Turkey Trot is a 5k race held on Thanksgiving Day. The funds raised by the Turkey Trot go to the Grand Rapids Public Schools' athletic department.

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Sticks and Stones Author Speaks on Bullying, Changing The 'Norm'

Submitted 10-30-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Emily Bazelon speaks on bullying in today's culture at GRCC Diversity Series.

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Children help take local action towards global results

Submitted 10-30-2013 under NEWS

A local environmental advocacy group hopes to lobby the Kellogg's corporation to influence Wilmar International's palm oil production practice.

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Downtown library celebrates Día de los Muertos

Submitted 10-29-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Grand Rapids Public Library is hosting 20 altars created by Grand Rapids residents to honor the deceased and offers educational family activities during Día de los Muertos.

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Avenue for the Arts presents 11th anniversary of Free Radical

Submitted 10-29-2013 under NEWS

Free Radical is an annual art event hosted by Avenue for the Arts on the South Division Avenue corridor that celebrates community and supports local businesses.

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Citizens to vote on park ballot initiative

Submitted 10-29-2013 under NEWS

On November 5, Yes! GR Parks will appear on ballots in the City of Grand Rapids to raise money for city parks.

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Local Photographer puts international spotlight on Grand Rapidian

Submitted 10-29-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Local photographer Steph Harding has won an international photography contest for her image of a local business owner.

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