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Catalyst Radio: Planned Parenthood's Lunquist shares experience of 38 years on the job

Submitted 12-14-2012 under NEWS

Set to retire on Dec. 21, Jan Lunquist, vice president of Education and Leadership Development at Planned Parenthood of West and Northern Michigan, tells of how information is a key element for sexual health.

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High School Bowling Enters 13th Year in Grand Rapids

Submitted 12-14-2012 under NEWS

The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) bowling season is underway for its 13th year of competition, the longest of any state in the country. In addition, high school bowling in Michigan has the most participants of any state in the country.

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Classic Christmas picture book released for new generation of readers

Submitted 12-13-2012 under NEWS

Local author Lori Walburg enchants children and adults with this unique story about a holiday favorite—the candy cane.

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Civilian Police Academy offers passport to working culture of police department

Submitted 12-13-2012 under NONPROFITS

Bureau reporter Elaine describes her experience attending the GRPD's Civilian Police Academy, learning about the inner workings of our police department.

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During annual Shop Hop, Eastown Antiques turns profit for hunger relief

Submitted 12-13-2012 under NONPROFITS

Eastown Antiques used their biggest night of the year as a fundraiser for Feeding America West Michigan.

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Sean Hayes - "Lucky Man"

Submitted 12-12-2012 under NONPROFITS

Sean Hayes performs "Lucky Man" at WYCE.

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Eating out Lebanese style

Submitted 12-12-2012 under OPINION

The warm and hospitable food "experience" of the vibrant Lebanese culture is reflected in John and Diane Aouad's restaurant, Osta's Lebanese Cuisine.

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West Michigan Indie Gets Down With King Crabapple

Submitted 12-11-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

WMI gets down in the Muxbunkr.

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Kids helping kids: The gift of music shared through The Crescendo Foundation

Submitted 12-11-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

A new foundation brings music lessons to children in the city who haven't had the opportunity to pursue their interests and develop their talents

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The Rapidian partners with Calvin College's student newspaper

Submitted 12-10-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Calvin College student journalists gain experience and develop skills by writing for The Rapidian; The Rapidian's partnership with Calvin's Chimes is mutually beneficial

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