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Glance at the Past - City Hall 1888

Submitted 03-20-2012 under NONPROFITS

The birth of the old City Hall took years as city fathers hemmed and hawed over plans, costs, and location.

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Essential role of "Women of the (Fruit) Ridge" presented Thursday evening

Submitted 03-20-2012 under NONPROFITS

Local historian Cindy Laug will explore the sometimes forgotten yet pivotal role women played in developing "The Ridge," the area northwest of Grand Rapids known for its environment for growing fruit trees.

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OGR 2012: Mandi Creveling's happy accident

Submitted 03-20-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Mandi Creveling stumbles upon Occupy Grand Rapids and finds a reason to be active in something bigger than herself.

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Transgender Visibility Campaign taking place in West Michigan

Submitted 03-20-2012 under NONPROFITS

The Transgender Education Collaboration is proud to share with you about the Transgender Visibility Campaign

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People I've met while riding The Rapid

Submitted 03-20-2012 under VOICES

As a regular rider on The Rapid, I've met many interesting people and even learned a few lessons.

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OGR 2012: George Bartnick - Peace and Purpose

Submitted 03-19-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

One man's involvement in the Occupy Grand Rapids movement- bringing peace and purpose.

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OGR 2012: A brief history of Occupy Grand Rapids

Submitted 03-19-2012 under OPINION

Exactly what is Occupy Grand Rapids in light of common conceptions, media portrayal, and its overall intent?

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OGR 2012 : Diane Baum, forging a new way of communication

Submitted 03-19-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

This 62-year old activist points to Grand Rapids' long history of activism.

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OGR 2012: Occupy GR in a year of change

Submitted 03-19-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

GRCC's Writing for Publication Class takes a look at how Occupy GR has weathered a back and forth winter.

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For the record: Vertigo Music

Submitted 03-16-2012 under OPINION

Local record store connects past and present through passion for vinyl.

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