Submitted 07-13-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Derrick Hollowell, artist, musician and teacher has spent much of his life expressing himself through paintings and music, but words don’t escape him, either. Derrick talks about art,
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Submitted 07-12-2011 under NEWS
Premature babies at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital connect with families via video.
Submitted 07-11-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
Residents and staff of Clark Retirement Community celebrated the world's first-ever senior center lipdub with a premiere screening on Monday, July 11.
Submitted 07-11-2011 under NEWS
Got a question for Mayor Heartwell? Tonight is your opportunity to interact with our Grand Rapid's most prominent elected official - this episode marks the triumphent return of Sr. Barbara Hansen
Submitted 07-11-2011 under NONPROFITS
Michael Bates is the first of 23 Class of 2011 GRPS graduates whose stories will be featured here on The Rapidian. Michael's story is one of perseverance, integrity and self discipline.
Submitted 07-08-2011 under LOCAL LIFE
An evening vigil held at Ah-Nab-Awen Park brings the community together, but most are still unsure about how to cope with the loss
Submitted 07-08-2011 under NONPROFITS
As the summer heats up it is important to pay attention to the signs and symptoms of heat related illnesses. This article gives tips for prevention and resources in Grand Rapids to keep seniors cool.
Mayor Heartwell applauds the efforts of the law enforcement, media, and citizens, and calls us as a community to pray for the victims and care for our neighbors.
New organization Thrive has just joined the Grand Rapids nonprofit scene to serve refugees in the area. Find out more as Jessica Gladden shares the origins of the organization.
Submitted 07-08-2011 under OPINION
But what tonight will prove, as we gather in small circles, is that we're social creatures who sometimes can't make sense of things, can't see the bigger picture until we do it together.