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Honor and protect our military veterans

Submitted 11-07-2011 under NONPROFITS

When you honor Veterans, remember that we all play a role in protecting one another. City Council serves communities and must do their duty to protect residents and workers, as so many veterans have done in serving this great nation.

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We are the People, and this is our funeral: Death of the Middle Class March

Submitted 11-04-2011 under LOCAL LIFE

We Are the People (Grand Rapids) is hosting the Death of the Middle Class March on Saturday Nov 5th 2011. Starting at 11 am at the intersection of Ottawa St and Pearl St downtown, the march will emulate a New Orleans-style funeral (also called a “second line”).

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Catalyst Radio: West Michigan Cluster of Stewardships

Submitted 11-04-2011 under NONPROFITS

Joined by two representatives from the West Michigan Cluster of Stewardships, Catalyst Radio dives into the impact of foreign and invasive species of plants on the West Michigan ecosystem.

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Community forum discussed future of GRPS

Submitted 11-03-2011 under NEWS

GR V.O.I.C.E. hosted a community forum to discuss the future of GRPS, including the upcoming Nov. 8 millage proposal. Panelists and audience members weighed in on what's working and what isn't.

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UICA's youth program honored by First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House

Submitted 11-03-2011 under NONPROFITS

UICA's ArtWorks program received the nation's highest honor for after-school programs from First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House.

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The Artists of Heartside Gallery and Studio-- Neil Kaufman

Submitted 11-03-2011 under NONPROFITS

Sneak into the mind of local writer and artist, Neil Kaufman.

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Seth and May to premiere new CD and documentary at Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 11-03-2011 under NEWS

Regional music favorites unveil new CD and documentary on Ethiopian school-building efforts at Wealthy Theatre

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Students measure up at Yardsticks competition

Submitted 11-03-2011 under LOCAL LIFE

The Yardsticks is a student advertising competition held downtown, and judged by advertising professionals from the Grand Rapids area.

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Artist reflects on ArtPrize experience

Submitted 11-02-2011 under LOCAL LIFE

Alberto March reflects back on his experience at this year's ArtPrize.

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Lounge act

Submitted 11-02-2011 under LOCAL LIFE

What does the rebranding of a local hot spot signify for the future of Grand Rapids nightlife? This interview with owner/operator Dave Reinert reveals the bittersweet closing of Monte's Lounge and the grand opening of his newest West Side venue,The Establishment.

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