Kentwood
From rental application to restraining order, Part 2
by (arcarpenter)
Submitted 10-25-2019 under OPINION
In early September, Jaylynne Yancy filled out a rental application for a unit belonging to United Properties. After a series of negative reviews, public responses, and social media posts described in part one of this article, employees at United...
From rental application to restraining order, Part 1
by (arcarpenter)
Submitted 10-25-2019 under OPINION
In early September, Jaylynne Yancy completed a rental application for a unit belonging to United Properties. She paid the application fee, but was turned down, based on an eviction on her record that had already been cleared with a bankruptcy...
Ride The Rapid to events throughout Grand Rapids, Kentwood this August
by (TheRapid)
Submitted 08-01-2017 under NONPROFITS
Make the most out of the last full month of summer by visiting events throughout Grand Rapids and Kentwood. This month is especially jam-packed with free and low-cost events for families looking to stick to their summer budget. Whether it’s...
Ride The Rapid to visit free events throughout July
by (TheRapid)
Submitted 07-05-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS
We’ve entered one of Michigan’s most magical seasons. Michigan summers are the perfect time for exploration, new activities and, most importantly, fun! Fortunately for Grand Rapidians and those living in surrounding transit-friendly...
Celebrate Ability Picnic
by (Disability Advocates)
Submitted 06-29-2016 under
Join us in celebrating the 26th Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as Disability Advocates' 35th Anniversary! Disability Advocates, along with community partners that provide services to individuals...
GR area incumbents face opposition in Nov. 3 elections
by (alexandersinn)
Submitted 11-02-2015 under NEWS
In election bids across Grand Rapids-area suburbs, incumbent elected officials will face opposition from outside candidates. In East Grand Rapids, the current mayor and 3rd Ward Commissioner will both vie for reelection. In Kentwood, current at-...Tricks, Treats, and Family FUN
by (kentwood_rep)
Submitted 09-21-2015 under
JOIN DAVE & BUSTER'S FOR A FAMILY HALLOWEEN EVENT!Dave & Buster's has two amazing ways for you and your family to celebrate Halloween! Our friendly event will be held on Saturday, October 31st from 11am-2 pm. The family Halloween...
Grand Rapids festivities to promote community, entertainment for national holiday
by (NGarbaty)
Submitted 06-30-2015 under NEWS
Celebrating independence and community is the main focus of this year’s Fourth of July festivities around the Grand Rapids area. From Grandville to East Grand Rapids, neighborhoods will hold several events to entertain and captivate people of...
Community Gardens Dot the Metro Grand Rapids Landscape
by (keri.amlotte)
Submitted 04-03-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Located in neighborhoods throughout metro Grand Rapids, community gardens provide a space for neighbors, friends, and community members to share a piece of land and grow their own produce, typically in individual garden plots. Some of these...
Stephen Kepley, Sharon Brinks to compete for rare open mayoral seat in Kentwood
by (NicoleGR)
Submitted 11-01-2013 under NEWS
Stephen Kepley and Sharon Brinks have both had a tough road to become the two final candidates for Kentwood's mayoral elections. This is the first open mayoral race in Kentwood history. Richard Clanton is currently mayor but not running this...