Kent County
Community updates: Wednesday, Dec. 1
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 12-01-2021 under NEWS
ArtPrize returns to annual format ArtPrize will be back in 2022—along with its original every-year schedule, it announced Tuesday. Next year’s return of the Grand Rapids-based international art competition marks the first time ArtPrize...
Mundo Musical de WYCE: una Sesión de preguntas y respuestas con la locutora de radio voluntaria Deisy Madrigal
by (Brett)
Submitted 11-30-2021 under LOCAL LIFE
Nacida en California, viviendo brevemente en Colorado y hoy, llamando Grand Rapids su hogar, Deisy Madrigal comparte su amor por los sonidos en español como programadora voluntaria en WYCE 88.1fm. Deisy se unió al programa matutino de la estación de...
WYCE's Mundo Musical: A Q&A with volunteer radio host Deisy Madrigal
by (Brett)
Submitted 11-30-2021 under LOCAL LIFE
Born in California, living briefly in Colorado, and calling Grand Rapids her home, Deisy Madrigal shares her love for Spanish-language sounds as a volunteer programmer on WYCE 88.1fm. Deisy joined the community radio station's morning...
Red Kettle Updates - and the Golden Kettle Competition
by (mroinila)
Submitted 11-29-2021 under NONPROFITS
With two weeks of bell ringing behind us, The Salvation Army is happy to share some news and insights on how the Red Kettle Campaign is going. Several Red Kettle locations across the city have seen many volunteers manning the kettles. According to...
Community updates: Wednesday, Nov. 24
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-24-2021 under NEWS
City of Grand Rapids adding eco-friendly vehicles to operations The City of Grand Rapids has accepted a state-awarded grant helping it to reach 90 eco-friendly vehicles in its operations—aiming to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by up to...
The Salvation Army of Kent County to Sponsor Sixth Annual Red Kettle Game With Griffins
by (mroinila)
Submitted 11-24-2021 under NONPROFITS
Back after a year hiatus due to the pandemic, The Salvation Army of Kent County will be the presenting sponsor of the sixth annual Red Kettle Game with the Grand Rapids Griffins minor league hockey team on Friday, Dec. 3. Discounted tickets for the...
How You Can Help With The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign!
by (mroinila)
Submitted 11-22-2021 under NONPROFITS
The Salvation Army of Kent County’s Red Kettle Campaign is underway, and the organization is grateful for the generous support already given toward its $1.6 million goal. With the holiday season in full tilt, The Salvation Army invites the...
The Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign is On!
by (mroinila)
Submitted 11-15-2021 under NONPROFITS
Last Friday was the kick-off to the 2021 Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign. A ceremonial event was held at The Salvation Army Kroc Center with several dignitaries present, including Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss and SpartanNash representatives...
Community updates: Friday, Nov. 12
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-12-2021 under NEWS
Mel Trotter Ministries, partners to expand winter shelter services for unhoused residents Grand Rapids city commissioners on Tuesday approved a $330,000 agreement with Mel Trotter Ministries (MTM) to expand winter shelter services for unhoused...
Until We Eat Equally Well: An Interview with Teresa Hendricks from Migrant Legal Aid
by (Kent County Foo...)
Submitted 11-11-2021 under NONPROFITS
As part of the Everybody Eats project, the Kent County Food Policy Council is highlighting food experiences in Kent County, inviting community members to share their experiences. In this series, we aim to highlight the good...