Grand Rapids

Local Artist Highlight: Jeff Condon

Submitted 11-17-2024 under NONPROFITS

Avenue for the Arts visits pastel and oil painter Jeff Condon at Tanglefoot Studios. Interview by Pamela MacDougal

'Not a good deal for Grand Rapids': Community advocates urge City to reject Three Towers proposal

Submitted 11-13-2024 under NEWS

Community advocates and housing leaders urge the Grand Rapids City Commission to reject a proposed $797M development by DeVos-Van Andel-linked Fulmar Property Holdings, citing insufficient affordable housing commitments relative to public subsidy requested.

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City Connection: Mayor-Elect David LaGrand to join Rapidian program manager in the GRTV studio

Submitted 11-11-2024 under NONPROFITS

Watch live on GRTV's Facebook page and YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2.

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St. Cecilia Music Center features the Dynamic Grammy Award winning Del McCoury Band on the Acoustic Café Folk Series on Thursday, December 5, 2024, at 7:30 p.m.

Submitted 11-07-2024 under NONPROFITS

Featuring the dynamic bluegrass guitar-picking singer/songwriter Del McCoury and his musically-talented artist sons, Ronnie and Rob, the Del McCoury Band includes longtime bassist, vocalist and guitarist Alan Bartram, and renowned fiddler Jason Carter.

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David LaGrand elected Grand Rapids mayor as Kent County voter turnout hits decade low

Submitted 11-06-2024 under NEWS

David LaGrand won the Grand Rapids mayoral race, with new City Commission members elected in the First and Third Wards. Voter turnout was 61.5% in GR, marking Kent County’s lowest turnout since 2012.

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City Connection: Third Ward Commissioner Kelsey Perdue to join Rapidian program manager in the GRTV studio

Submitted 10-30-2024 under NONPROFITS

Watch live on GRTV's Facebook page and YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4.

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The Climate Is Always on the Ballot

Submitted 10-29-2024 under NONPROFITS

With elections happening now, it is of utmost importance to keep a clear eye on the climate when voting. The GR Climate Coalition has local candidate responses available for voters to review.

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Grassroots benefit concert raises funds for family fleeing Palestine

Submitted 10-28-2024 under LOCAL LIFE

Woodstock Fest at the James Russell House raised $2,603 for a Gaza-based family, blending art, music and community in Grand Rapids. This year’s lineup showcased first-timers and veteran local musicians alike.

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