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Grand Rapids native debuts feature film
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – We are lucky in West Michigan to have a rich and diverse art scene that also includes great independent filmmakers. Seejon Czaplicki was raised in Grand Rapids but currently lives in Los Angeles. We’re so excited to have him back in his hometown to make his debut feature film! He joins us today with the film’s producer, Marion Jamet.
‘A lot of heart’ awaits students at renovated Innovation Central
Grand Rapids — Derrick Martin walked into Innovation Central High School — formerly named Central High School — in fall 1996 for his first day of school. On the first day of school this year, he walked alongside his students and staff into the newly renovated, completely air-conditioned building as the new principal, celebrating the completion of a three-year renovation project for Innovation Central.
New principal: Molding minds is a ‘great honor and great responsibility’
Grand Rapids — Derrick Martin’s desire to be a leader with Grand Rapids Public Schools was ignited decades ago when he was a student in the district. When Martin, the new principal of Innovation Central High School, was a senior at the very school he now leads — then Grand Rapids Central High — he ran for a seat on the Board of Education. He didn’t win, but the experience set him on a path he’s followed to this day.
State Reps meet with restaurant workers in GR to discuss legislation to end tipping
“I’ll have to find another job. I won’t be able to support my kids anymore working minimum wage. It’s just not doable.”. Brittany Jones is a server at Uccello’s Restaurant in Caledonia and was one of about 50 restaurant employees and managers who came to Grand Rapids to discuss with state representatives what would happen if Michigan’s minimum wage is increased but tip credit is phased out. Her manager, Spencer Potter, agrees.
Grand Rapids company’s sales at Meijer benefit youth education
Grady’s Garden is a company and a cartoon series, all about healthy food and getting kids to eat their vegetables. “Hey, this lettuce, tastes like lettuce. Because it is lettuce.”. Founder Mike Wheeler says their products have no artificial flavors, colors or added sugar and reduced sodium. “All raw...
Kenowa Hills football preview: New coach, transfers hold promise for Knights
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A new coach leading a new group of players competing in a new conference has Kenowa Hills football primed for a fresh start in 2024, and the Knights hope that brings an upward trajectory for the program. After nine consecutive losing seasons, Kenowa Hills hired...
Ms. Wheelchair America to be crowned in Grand Rapids this weekend
The national Ms. Wheelchair American competition has returned to Grand Rapids having been hosted here before. In its 53rd year, the annual, week-long event celebrates the achievements of women who use wheelchairs for mobility. “Ms. Wheelchair America is a competition, not a beauty pageant, but an advocacy-based competition. And together...
Cafe employing people with intellectual disabilities expands with third location
A local nonprofit operating cafes that employ people with intellectual disabilities is expanding with a third location in the Grand Rapids area, as the organization sees ongoing community support and demand for jobs. The Be Cafe, which has a flagship location in Ada Township and a second location in Lowell,...
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