Grand Rapids
KT Killin' Them: changing the direction of hip hop
by (MaddieRose)
Submitted 08-24-2014 under OPINION
Kurtis Burke, known as KT Killin' Them, is not satisfied with, nor is he following in the direction the rap game is currently going in, and he wants to help be the change. His style is simple: no cussing, and no nonsense. While some rappers are...Sushi Maki Grand Opening
by (Suydamsa)
Submitted 08-22-2014 under
On Tuesday, August 26, Sushi Maki will celebrate their grand opening in the Grand Rapids Downtown Market by offering customers 50 percent off on classic rolls and sushi. Sushi Maki, a new, fresh-casual sushi bar, serves more than 30 types of...Catalyst Radio: Food bank use increasing, according to Feeding America report
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 08-22-2014 under NEWS
Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure. INTERVIEW In this episode of Catalyst Radio we focus on Hunger in America, and more specifically, in West Michigan. The hunger-relief organization Feeding...City officials monitor growth trends, watch for indicators of gentrification
by (Scott Trumbo)
Submitted 08-21-2014 under NEWS
Grand Rapids is one of the few economies in Michigan to be making a rebound. In recent years there has been a lot of high end construction in the downtown area. There are now all kinds of restaurants, shops and businesses that cater to high end...Mario Alfaro: Helping youth in Grand Rapids
by (salmarodriguez0717)
Submitted 08-20-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
Helping youth find jobs that will help them later in life is hard. This is why the Hispanic Center of Western Michigan has organized a program which helps youth by providing them with meaningful jobs. Mario Alfaro, Youth Advocate and Gang Specialist...Ricardo Martinez: Advocating for youth
by (ashleyborres)
Submitted 08-20-2014 under LOCAL LIFE
The Hispanic Center of Western Michigan's Youth Advocate, Ricardo Martinez, works with Grand Rapids youth ranging from ages 14 to 21. "It is challenging," says Martinez. "I make sure kids get all the help that they need; making...NPO Showcase: Recreational Debut
by (GRTV)
Submitted 08-18-2014 under NONPROFITS
This segment of NPO Showcase features Recreational Debut, a nonprofit athletic recruiting service that will hold a showcase for students looking to play college basketball. Dennis Bell, formerly of the New York Knicks, joins us in studio to discuss...Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids goes for an "All Out Blitz" with their 2nd Annual BE GREAT Gala
by (BGC Grand Rapids)
Submitted 08-14-2014 under NONPROFITS
Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth including Camp O’Malley is celebrating over 75 years of serving youth in West Michigan. In honor of this milestone and the close of their “Building Bridges for Brighter Futures...UICA's "Collaboration" invites audience to collaborate with artists
by (Scott Trumbo)
Submitted 08-13-2014 under NEWS
The UICA’s theme for this year's Artprize exhibit is "Collaboration." The exhibit will officially kick off September 13, after their yearly Oddball fundraising event. "Artprize is when a lot of the city comes and...Friends of Grand Rapids Parks to celebrate fourth annual Green Gala
by (chelsiewyse)
Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS
On Thursday, August 21, Friends of Grand Rapids Parks (FGRP) will host its fourth annual Green Gala event to generate awareness of about its organization, what new things are in store for the future and celebrate another successful...