West Michigan
Passing the Mic: Heartside Downtown Neighborhood Association answers, "How are you preserving your neighborhood's unique history and stories?"
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-30-2020 under VOICES
Amy Brower, Executive Director of Roosevelt Park Neighborhood Association, asks Grand Rapids' neighborhood associations: "In the midst of all this fast moving change and planning for the future, how are they . . . still preserving some of...
In Season Report: November 28, 2020
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 11-27-2020 under NONPROFITS
Come out and support the people who are dedicated to providing you with the freshest local produce, food products and handmade artisan goods all year-round. Get outside and stock up on all the local products this season has to offer. Shop from a...
Community updates: Wednesday, Nov. 25
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-25-2020 under NEWS
City of Grand Rapids, community partners launch #SupportOurGRBiz challenge The City of Grand Rapids and a group of community partners launched a social media campaign this week aiming to support local businesses during the holiday shopping season....
In Season Report: November 21, 2020
by (FultonStMarket)
Submitted 11-20-2020 under NONPROFITS
Whatever your plans are for the holiday’s, find ways to spread joy. Choose local this year and support small businesses during the holiday season. Many of our favorite small farms and businesses are facing a hard winter but you can help get...
Community updates: Thursday, Nov. 19
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-19-2020 under NEWS
City of Grand Rapids launches small business grant program, announces temporary service adjustments The City of Grand Rapids has launched a new grant program for small businesses negatively impacted by the pandemic, it announced Tuesday. Eligible...
Local observatory sees steady turnout, interest in 2020 with in-person, online astronomy events
by (Brett)
Submitted 11-19-2020 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 11-13-2020 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...