Local Life

Grand Rapids restaurants offering carryout and delivery services amid COVID-19-related shutdowns

Submitted 03-18-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

Local restaurants are offering carryout, delivery, drive-thru, drive-up services, and more to keep their businesses and employees afloat amid statewide shutdowns due to COVID-19 outbreak.

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Exploring community organizations' joint effort to get all Grand Rapids residents counted in 2020 census

Submitted 02-20-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

A variety of Grand Rapids organizations are teaming up to educate their fellow residents about the importance of being counted in the 2020 census.

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GrandCon brings gamers to West Michigan

Submitted 09-17-2019 under LOCAL LIFE

Gamers enjoyed over 600 exhibits, an open library 1,800 games, and mega-sized games at this year's GrandCon.

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City Connection - Grand Rapids Transportation Planner joins Mayor Bliss for in-studio discussion

Submitted 09-09-2019 under LOCAL LIFE

Kristen Bennet, Grand Rapids' Transportation Planning / Programs Supervisor joins Mayor Bliss to discuss the city's new Bicycle Action Plan.

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Concert Benefit for GR Rapid Response to ICE showcases Hamell on Trial, Cabildo, and more

Submitted 07-16-2019 under LOCAL LIFE

This Thursday, July 18, The Golden Age (upstairs at Creston Brewery 1504 Plainfield NE) will be hosting a concert benefit for GR Rapid Response to ICE. Net proceeds will be used to fund their mutual aid fund, which is always in need of donations.

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Calvin College launches campaign to save the Student Activities Office

Submitted 06-10-2019 under LOCAL LIFE

Student Activities Office, a beloved fixture of Calvin College and the West Michigan music scene, requires funding to remain intact. Calvin College administrators and students are seeking ways to keep the program going.

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