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

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. 

Support for WYCE comes from Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.

DGRI brings you live music and community happenings with GR LIVE every Thursday at noon from Midtwown GR at Studio Park.

DGRI works to elevate Downtown Grand Rapids as a best-in-class heart of an American city.

More info is at downtowngr dot org

The WYCE Jammie Awards, return for its 24th year on Friday, February 23rd at the Intersection! 

This year's Jammies will feature 19 Michigan bands on 3 stages, award presentations, and a brand new Against All Odds Award presented by Varnum Law. 

For the first time, WYCE is selling a VIP Level ticket for the Jammies. For $35, your VIP Ticket includes full access to our VIP lounge presented by Stock 'Da Bar Vodka, a reserved viewing area at the main stage, official Jammies 24 T-shirt and lanyard, and a signature cocktail or beverage!

Through Friday, January 19th, WYCE is offering you an early bird special on our VIP Passes with a 2 for $50 deal! (*Save $20.00 on 2 VIP tickets).

The WYCE Jammies are presented by Varnum...  with additional support from Founders Brewing, Tiger Solar, Patriot Realty, and Vertigo Music.

You might have heard The Rapidian is back! And now The Rapidian is looking for passionate writers to join their team as volunteer reporters. 

The Rapidian aims to elevate local voices and foster civic engagement by creating space for community participation in reporting on topics that matter to them. Volunteer with the Rapidian and join them in sharing the stories that matter in Grand Rapids.

Deadline to apply is January 31, 2024. Those interested can email Rapidian Program Manager Allison Donahue at a l l i s o n at grcmc.org

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 WYCE Jammie Awards, return for its 24th year on Friday, February 23rd at the Intersection! 

This year's Jammies will feature 19 Michigan bands on 3 stages, award presentations, and a brand new Against All Odds Award presented by Varnum Law. 

For the first time, WYCE is selling a VIP Level ticket for the Jammies. For $35, your VIP Ticket includes full access to our VIP lounge presented by Stock 'Da Bar Vodka, a reserved viewing area at the main stage, official Jammies 24 T-shirt and lanyard, and a signature cocktail or beverage!

Through Friday, January 19th, WYCE is offering you an early bird special on our VIP Passes with a 2 for $50 deal! (*Save $20.00 on 2 VIP tickets).

The WYCE Jammies are presented by Varnum...  with additional support from Founders Brewing, Tiger Solar, Patriot Realty, and Vertigo Music.

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. 

CASA of Kent County needs more volunteers, they are inviting you to join them for a casual evening of food and conversation to learn more about what it means to be a Court Appointed Special Advocate for a child in Kent County.

CASA of Kent County constantly receives requests for volunteers to advocate for children who have been removed from their homes due to abuse and neglect.

To learn about what it takes to become a CASA volunteer, register for a volunteer interest mixer at the Mitten Brewing Company on Thursday, February 8th, from 4:30 to 6 PM. The Mitten Brewing Company is at 527 Leonard St.

Current CASA volunteers will be there to share their stories and answer questions.

You can learn more and register for the event at casakentco dot org forward slash events