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Mayor Bliss talks about the budget in this month's episode of City Connection.
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 06-06-2016 under NEWS
This month's episode of City Connection features Mayor Rosalynn Bliss answering questions about the city of Grand Rapids' budget. The episode will also feature City Manager Greg Sundstrom, who will also discuss the city's budget. The episode will...
Nonprofit sustainability in West Michigan
by (GRTV)
Submitted 05-25-2016 under NONPROFITS
Here in Grand Rapids, and extending throughout West Michigan, we’re known for our many nonprofit organizations and our culture of philanthropy. From services for those in need, to organizations that support the arts, from nonprofits that...
City of Grand Rapids launches new bicycle safety education campaign
by (GRTV)
Submitted 05-10-2016 under NONPROFITS
Yesterday, the City of Grand Rapids launched Driving Change, its largest effort to educate motorists, bicyclists, and the community on how everyone can share the road safely. “Grand Rapids actually has a crash rate [between cars and bicycles]...
Google I/O Extended Conference to be held in Grand Rapids on May 18
by (GRTV)
Submitted 04-19-2016 under NONPROFITS
An exciting Google conference, I/O Extended, will be held in Grand Rapids on May 18 at the Harris Building. Each year, Google holds their annual I/O event in California to gather the technology and developer communities and to announce new products...
Mayor Bliss to discuss Housing and Homelessness in monthly call in show
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 04-04-2016 under NEWS
City Connection continued Monday, April 4th at 5 p.m. on LiveWire, Comcast Cable 24, for Mayor Rosalynn Bliss' third episode of the show. Discussion centered around Housing and homelessess with Tracie Coffman, Director of the Kent County...
Exercise plays an important role in chronic disease prevention
by (GRTV)
Submitted 03-23-2016 under NONPROFITS
With fitness trends like CrossFit and wearable technology like the Fitbit, it’s easier than ever for people to get on (and stay on!) the exercise train. Even so, our dedication to exercise is often tied to losing weight, or getting our "...
Mayor Bliss to discuss city neighborhoods in monthly call in show
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 03-14-2016 under NEWS
City Connection continued Monday, March 14 at 5 p.m. on LiveWire, Comcast Cable 24, for Mayor Rosalynn Bliss' second episode of the show. Discussion centered around neighborhood issues, with Stacy Stout, the city's newly hired...
Step-Up Youth Productions provides outlet for creativity, physical activity
by (GRTV)
Submitted 02-25-2016 under NONPROFITS
A young girl in a puffy ball gown shows off her elegant waltzing skills. Next, a teenage couple swirls by to the tune of a classic song. Then, an 8 year old boy does the jive, perfectly in time to the fast-paced music playing. These are scenes from...
"Radio on the TV" series returns to GRTV with new hosts, editing styles
by (WYCE)
Submitted 02-12-2016 under NONPROFITS
WYCE’s Radio on the TV, a music video show produced in collaboration with GRTV at the Grand Rapids Community Media Center, is in the midst of season four of the show. It airs every Tuesday at 8 p.m., Thursdays at 9 p.m. and Saturdays at 4 p.m...
Mayor Bliss answers questions live on first City Connection appearance
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 02-08-2016 under NONPROFITS
City Connection continued this Monday, February 8 at 5 p.m. on LiveWire, Comcast Cable 24, for Mayor Rosalynn Bliss' first episode of the show. Topics included a discussion of Police and Community Relations with GRPD Police Chief Rahinsky,...