Grand Rapids
Local observatory sees steady turnout, interest in 2020 with in-person, online astronomy events
by (Brett)
Submitted 11-18-2020 under LOCAL LIFE
Another hobby embraced by many West Michiganders throughout 2020: amateur astronomy. Amid this year’s fluctuating restrictions on social activities in response to COVID-19, the Veen Observatory in Lowell was able to stay open to the public for...
In Season Report: November 14, 2020
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 11-13-2020 under NONPROFITS
While the holiday’s might not be the same due to the pandemic, you can still find ways to make memories that you will cherish. If you are planning a smaller than normal family gathering, choose local this year. Feel good not only about the...
Community updates: Thursday, Nov. 12
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-12-2020 under NEWS
Kent County’s COVID-19 case growth continues upward trend Around 532 new COVID-19 cases per day are now being reported in Kent County, with the Kent County Health Department (KCHD) urging vigilance in the face of a months-long surge. Since mid...
City commissioners to vote on funding for ShotSpotter in Grand Rapids, as resident input continues
by (Brett)
Submitted 11-11-2020 under LOCAL LIFE
Grand Rapids city commissioners plan to vote Nov. 17 on allocating CARES Act or city police funds to a gunshot detection system for Grand Rapids. Called ShotSpotter, the detection technology will cost around $500,000 for the first two years of its...
In Season Report: November 7, 2020
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 11-06-2020 under NONPROFITS
Yes, you can STILL buy a bounty of delicious farm and food products from November through April at our open-air market. So, take advantage of the pleasantly warm weather this weekend and spend some time outdoors while you shop for your favorite fall...
Community updates: Thursday, Nov. 5
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-05-2020 under NEWS
All of Grand Rapids votes counted for Nov. 3 election All Grand Rapids ballots for the Nov. 3 election, including those returned by mail, have been counted, Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalyn Bliss said Wednesday. “After two busy days for our City...
Passing the Mic: King Park Neighbors answers, "How are you maintaining a sense of connection and community during this pandemic?"
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-05-2020 under VOICES
Sam Mosley, Board Member at Highland Park Neighborhood Association, asks Grand Rapids' neighborhood associations: "I would ask of other neighborhood associations how they’re maintaining a sense of connection and community – and...
Community updates: Tuesday, Nov. 3
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-03-2020 under NEWS
Election Day voting ends in Kent County with absentee ballots returned for nearly half of its registered voters Election Day voting has ended in Kent County as of 8pm, with a county official reporting minimal wait times across many polling places,...
In Season Report: October 31, 2020
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 10-30-2020 under NONPROFITS
My, how time flies! The day has finally come, this Saturday is our last day of Main Season Market. We are not sure how to feel about this season ending, but we know do know how wonderful it was. Main Season provided us with a great variety of...
Community updates: Thursday, Oct. 29
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 10-29-2020 under NEWS
MDHHS extends, expands statewide COVID-19 rules The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) on Thursday extended and expanded its emergency order that aims to mitigate COVID-19’s spread across Michigan. The updated order comes...