Grand Rapids’ Terrapin expands to recreational marijuana production
Terrapin’s production facility in Grand Rapids is expanding beyond medical marijuana to include recreational marijuana production, bringing additional jobs and products.
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Settled by Dutch, German, Irish and Polish immigrants over 150 years ago, the northeast side retains many of the values its founders prized, including a strong work ethic and a committment to being neighborly. With the Grand River running through it, it hosts some of the city's largest parks and longest bike trails. The northeast side also contains the booming Medical Mile life sciences corridor, historic schools and residential districts, modern offices, and thriving urban loft spaces with unique entertainment options. It includes several strong neighborhood associations, including Belknap, Monroe North, and Creston-Cheshire.
What You Need to Know for November 3
From COVID-19 to mail-in voting, this election is unlike any other. Learn more about local proposals and protocols for the upcoming election.
More ballot boxes make voting more accessible
The City of Grand Rapids has added six more 24/7 absentee ballot dropboxes across the city.
COVID-19 Grant Fund shares $9.5 mil. in federal dollars with county nonprofits
The Kent County Non-Profit Organization COVID-19 Grant Fund is distributing $9.5 million in federal CARES Act dollars to local nonprofit and human service organizations, including Arts in Motion.
Community Catalysts designing a more equitable Grand Rapids
Public Agency at WMCAT is accepting applications for its next Community Catalyst cohort through Sept. 7. These diverse individuals will bring their lived experiences together to co-create equitable outcomes for Grand Rapids.
City of Grand Rapids funding housing assistance via La Lucha Fund
The City of Grand Rapids is providing up to $250,000 for rent and mortgage assistance to Grand Rapids residents meeting Grand Rapids Community Foundation’s La Lucha Fund eligibility requirements. Residents impacted by COVID-19 can apply for funds and receive up to $500 of rent or mortgage assistance for their households.
Video will spread the word: Fulton Street Farmers’ Market accepts SNAP dollars
Fulton Street Farmers Market and its SNAP-Ed Food Navigator produce video to share how easy it is to use food assistance benefits at the Market.
Published Together: Amy Bailey on celebrating LGBTQ+ foster and adoptive parents
In this special op ed, Amy Bailey, LMSW, Child Welfare Program Director at Arbor Circle explores the recent history of discrimination against LGBTQ+ foster and adoptive parents, and why she, in contrast, celebrates and supports them in her role at the nonprofit.
GRow1000 connects youth to jobs now and careers in the future
City of Grand Rapids' 6-week program enlists businesses and organizations to employ and connect with 1,000 youth ages 15 through 21 from the 49503, 49507, 49508, and 49509 ZIP codes, neighborhoods hit hardest by disproportionate outcomes.
Flip Dog Yoga offers a new vision for yoga
Flip Dog Yoga strives for a welcoming, inclusive space that, since COVID-19, has moved online and to Briggs Park.
