The Kent County Health Department (KCHD) is offering free radon test kits to residents throughout January as part of National Radon Action Month.

Radon, a radioactive gas, is undetectable by sight, smell, or taste but it can kill. The only way to know if radon is in your home is through testing. This is an ideal time to test your home as windows and doors are sealed for the winter. 

The Kent County Health Department recommends all homes be tested every two to three years.

Radon testing kits are available during regular business hours at: 

• Kent County Health Department on Fuller Avenue NE; 
• The Kent County Health Department North County Clinic in Cedar Springs; 
• Sheldon Complex Clinic, on Franklin SE
• The Health department's South Clinic located on Kalamazoo SE in Kentwood

Only one radon test kit per household will be provided.

For more information, county residents should contact the Kent County Health Department at 616-632-6900

The Land Conservancy of West Michigan works with the West Michigan community to permanently protect and care for nearby natural areas. 

You're invited to lace up your running shoes and satisfy your sweet tooth at the Westside Stride's 5th Annual Donut Dash 5K happening Tuesday, February 13th, at 6 p.m.

This 5K is open to everyone and is free of charge. While participation is complimentary, attendees can make a donation to benefit the Grand Rapids Police Foundation or purchase a special Donut Dash shirt at the event.

Westside Stride's 5th Annual Donut Dash 5K is sponsored by Swift Printing and Bridge Street Market.

Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Winstrom will be on hand to serve as the official starter for the 5^th annual Donut Dash 5K

Registration and more information are available at SwiftPrinting dot com forward slash westside dash signup.

Circle Theatre is the only community theatre in West Michigan that specializes in summer theatre. Since 1953, Circle has continued to deliver high-quality summer theatre entertainment to audiences. 

Through their Main Stage productions, family-friendly Magic Circle productions, and their Summer Concert Series, Circle Theatre has remained a place for the community to be entertained, challenged and inspired. 

They are always looking to welcome more individuals to join their circle, whether it's as a performer, production staff, or a volunteer, they have a spot for you! 

For more information on their upcoming shows or how to get involved, visit their website at circle theatre dot org. 

You can attend a live radio broadcast in person every week courtesy of WYCE!

"GR Live" broadcasts Thursdays at Noon from Midtown GR, located at 123 Ionia Ave. SW. Hosted by Quinn Mathews, this show features live music from groups playing in in the area and interviews with people involved in our regional music community.

Join the show in person, or listen to it on 88.1 FM WYCE, WYCE dot org, streaming on our WYCE App, or on your smart speaker.

Did you know that half a million children in Michigan live in food insecure households? 

More than 34,000 of those children live right here in West Michigan.

The only way we will realize a hunger-free community is by getting there together. 

Kids' Food Basket is a food equity nonprofit supporting West Michigan kids and families by increasing access to healthy, nourishing meals.

More information at kids food basket dot org.

The YWCA West Central Michigan is a social justice organization with more than 100 years of experience providing service to, and advocating on behalf of the most vulnerable people in our community. 

Hope for Single Moms is a local nonprofit organization that seeks to help lift single-mom families out of high-risk poverty situations, and helps them achieve financial self-sufficiency.

Hope for Single Moms invite you to join them in transforming families and giving children hope for a better future!

To learn more about how you can help to support Hope for Single Moms in Grand Rapids visit hsmgr dot org.

You can attend a live radio broadcast in person every week courtesy of WYCE!

"GR Live" broadcasts Thursdays at Noon from Midtown GR, located at 123 Ionia Ave. SW. Hosted by Quinn Mathews, this show features live music from groups playing in in the area and interviews with people involved in our regional music community.

Join the show in person, or listen to it on 88.1 FM WYCE, WYCE dot org, streaming on our WYCE App, or on your smart speaker.

West Michigan's Biggest Night of Music, the WYCE Jammie Awards, returns for its 24th year on Friday, February 23^rd, at the Intersection! 

This year's Jammies will feature 19 Michigan bands on three stages with award presentations for Best Album of 2023, Song of the Year, the Listener Choice Awards, and more, including the brand new Against All Odds Award presented by Varnum Law. 

For the first time, The WYCE Jammies will be offering a VIP experience, which includes access to a private lounge and viewing area, a Jammies 24 shirt, and a signature cocktail courtesy of Stock 'Da Bar Vodka.

Doors for this all-ages event open at 5:30 pm, and music starts at 6. Entry is a suggested donation of $5, and we will also be collecting canned donations at the door for Feeding America West Michigan.

The 2024 WYCE Jammies 24 are presented by Varnum Law... with additional support from Founder's Brewing, Tiger Solar, Patriot Realty, Vertigo Music, and Stock 'Da Bar Vodka. 

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