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Story Matters: Jackie Konyndyk describes changes in her West Side neighborhood

Submitted 02-20-2015 under NONPROFITS

Jackie Konyndyk talks about the stores that have left her neighborhood and what she would like to see for the future of her community.

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Story Matters: Kelli Kortman explains how she fell in love with West Side

Submitted 02-19-2015 under NONPROFITS

Kelli Kortman shares how her experiences on the West Side have broadened her understanding of the world.

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Story Matters: Laura Mora shares thoughts about her NW neighborhood

Submitted 02-18-2015 under NONPROFITS

Laura Mora reflects on her neighborhood and why she has chosen stay there.

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Story Matters: Roy Thorn reflects on living on West Side

Submitted 02-18-2015 under NONPROFITS

Roy Thorn talks about the past and present in his West Side neighborhood.

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Story Matters: Rubi Garcia describes life since coming to USA

Submitted 02-17-2015 under NONPROFITS

Rubi Garcia talks about her experiences since coming to the United States and gives suggestions for how her neighborhood could be improved.

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Poetry and Pints reading series proves written word not dead

Submitted 02-13-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

Poetry and Pints is a monthly poetry reading series located at Harmony Brewing Company, featuring poetry about everything from Nancy Drew to divorce to professional wrestling.

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Story Matters: Nerida Aviles shares difficulties faced in USA

Submitted 02-12-2015 under NONPROFITS

Nerida Aviles describes the challenges she has encountered in the United States and why she has chosen to still remain.

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Story Matters: Loutisha Patterson shares experiences of living in SE Grand Rapids

Submitted 02-05-2015 under NONPROFITS

Loutisha Patterson shares how she feels safe living in southeast Grand Rapids.

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Riolo Creative Engineering thrives on innovation

Submitted 01-13-2015 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Marco Riolo shares his experience working in the creative field and what it takes to be successful in a competitive business where innovative thinking is a necessity.

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Story Matters: Jacob describes hopes for future

Submitted 01-06-2015 under NONPROFITS

Jacob talks about his educational, vocational, and personal goals.

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