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WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning issues of importance in West Michigan)

WYCE Independent Community Radio

WYCE"s Community Closeup is a weekly public affairs program featuring community leaders and nonprofit organizations. WYCE is West Michigan"s only independent, commercial-free, community radio station serving the greater Grand Rapids metro. WYCE programs an eclectic blend of folk, rhythm & blues, hip-hop, rock, jazz, and world music to the West Michigan community and beyond. Listener-sponsored, volunteer-powered. WYCE is a proud service of the Grand Rapids Community Media Center. We exist

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00:15:43

The impact of the Ford Presidency with Brooke...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/11/22

This week's episode welcomes Brooke Clement, director of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum. Brooke Clement began her career with the National Archives as an archives technician at the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library in Ann Arbor, Michigan. She then held archival and supervisory positions with the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, the George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, and the Barack Obama Presidential Library. Brooke joined us to discuss their

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00:15:57

Previewing Enlighten: a winter light spectacle, with...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/11/15

On this week's episode, Phil Tower speaks with Carol Kendra, COO of Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Carol shares how she became Frederik Meijer Garden & Sculpture Park's first Chief Operating Officer. Before joining Frederik Meijer Gardens, Kendra was Vice President of Business Development, Strategic Growth, and Engagement at The Henry Ford in Dearborn, Michigan. Carole also gave us a preview of the upcoming ENLIGHTEN Experience at Meijer Gardens – a new epic winter light

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00:16:34

The importance of mental health counseling with...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/11/08

On this week's episode, host Allison Donahue welcomes Sister Colleen Ann Nagle, Executive Director and Counselor at The Franciscan Life Process Center in Lowell, MI. The mission of The Franciscan Life Process Center is to promote relationships with God that bring dignity and hope to the sacred process of all life through programs that assist, educate, enrich and inform, especially utilizing Music therapy, visual arts – workshops, classes, galleries, counseling services, spiritual integration, and

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00:15:51

Care Resources (PACE) celebrates a new location and...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/11/01

On this week's program, host Allison Donahue speaks with Veronica Horsley-Pettigrew, Community Outreach/Marketing Supervisor · Care Resources (PACE). Veronica joined Allison to discuss the community open house for Care Resources’ new location in Lowell, Michigan.Care Resources is a community-based program for people 55 or older that promotes healthy, independent living and helps prevent nursing home placement. Our team of healthcare professionals works with you and your family to develop a

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00:12:33

The importance of mobile mammography in battling...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/10/25

On this week's program, host Allison Donahue speaks with Becky Mercier, Trinity Health Breast Imaging Supervisor on the importance of mobile mammography in the battle against breast cancer. In just one year, the mobile mammography unit at Trinity Health Grand Rapids has completed over 2,000 breast screenings and diagnosed 13 patients. The 40-foot bus, equipped with top-quality 3-D imaging capability, provides increased access to care in our community by visiting neighborhoods, partnering with

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00:14:38

Previewing The Grand Rapids Mayoral Debate (10-19-24)

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/10/25

On this week's episode, WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower speaks with Allison Donahue, program manager at The Rapidian about the Rapidian's Mayoral Debate on monday, October 21 at Wealthy Theatre. Allison previews the debate featuring Grand Rapids mayoral candidates former state representative David LaGrand and former Grand Rapids commissioner Senita Lenear. More Online at The Rapidian

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00:15:41

The positive impact of equipping and empowering youth...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/10/10

On this week's episode, WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower speaks with Ryan Waalkes, the founder and executive director of Bridge Street Ministries Ryan joined us to discuss the origins of Bridge Street Ministries' program and its focus on discipleship and youth development, especially for middle schoolers with “high potential.” The mission statement of Bridge Street Ministries states, “We believe young people are image bearers of God with inherent value and the capacity to cultivate thriving within

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00:15:29

The ongoing positive impact of the Hispanic Center of...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/10/04

On the program this week, we welcome Gaby Cordova, Director of Engagement, to the Hispanic Center of West Michigan.Gaby joined us for an update on some important events that the Hispanic Center will be sponsoring later this year, especially in early 2025, when they will host a large Latinx Youth Conference at GRCC. Gaby also informed us that the Hispanic Center is collecting winter coats for both children and adults for a distribution event on Saturday, November 16. Coats can be dropped off at the

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00:14:13

Building better neighborhoods with the Garfield Park...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/10/04

On the program this week, host Allison Donahue welcomes Katy Hoffman, the Executive Director of Garfield Park Neighborhoods Association. Their mission is to preserve and improve their neighborhood's unique human and physical characteristics through resident involvement. Members are committed to equitable and inclusive programming, ensuring that everyone feels like a supportive community member regardless of where in the neighborhood they live or what language they speak. Online: Garfield Park

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00:13:36

Celebrating the power of short stories with Kent...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/09/20

This week on the program, Phil Tower talks with Josh Mosey, KDL's Digital Marketing Strategist and leader of the Write Michigan team. Kent District Library recently announced its thirteenth annual Write Michigan Short Story Contest, which drew over 1,150 entries last year. Michigan writers of all ages are invited to enter, with separate categories for youth, teens, and adults. Winning entries will be published, and the top writers will receive cash prizes. Stories can be submitted

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00:15:27

Revitalizing a neighborhood gem with The Fans of...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/09/20

On the program this week, Phil Tower speaks with Paul Soltysiak - Vice-President and Co-Founder of Fans Of Valley Field, and Steve Tibbe - Chief Officer of Fans Of Valley Field. Fans of Valley Field is a grassroots effort to restore and revitalize Sullivan Field (originally named Valley Field), a historic baseball field located on the West Side of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The field opened in 1937 on Grand Rapids’ west side. The organization's long-term plan is to restore, revive, and give the

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00:15:33

A preview of the 2024 Grand Rapids African American...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/09/09

On this episode, host Allison Donahue welcomes Lisa Knight, board chair for the Grand Rapids African American Arts and Music Festival and a city commissioner for Grand Rapids’ 2nd Ward. The festival will be held on Saturday, September 14, from noon to 10 p.m. at Rosa Parks Circle in downtown Grand Rapids. The Grand Rapids African American Arts and Music Festival is an annual festival celebrating African-American art, live music, dance, culture, and people. More information can be found online: The

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00:14:23

Empowering West Michigan families to grow their own...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/08/30

On the program this week, WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower welcomes Julie Brunson, executive director of HOPE Gardens, a local nonprofit based in Wyoming, MI.HOPE Gardens was established nine years ago with the mission of teaching nature-based gardening, a sustainable, cost-effective, and organic method. Their main focus is establishing educational gardens in schools, which not only teach about nature-based gardening but also provide engaging and interactive learning experiences for students from

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00:15:04

Previewing Grand Rapids' Fiesta Mexicana with Ruben...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/08/27

On the program this week, host Allison Donahue spoke with Ruben Ramos, president of the Mexican Heritage Association. The Mexican Heritage Association exists to promote and educate the public about Mexican culture, customs, history, traditions, and the contributions of Americans with Mexican Heritage through promoting and participating in community events and services. Ruben joined Allison to preview Fiesta Mexicana, happening September 13-15th on Calder Plaza in downtown Grand Rapids. Fiesta

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00:15:04

A preview of this year's Great Lakes Music Camp...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/08/16

On this week's episode, WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower spoke with Jason Wheeler, co-founder of The Great Lakes Music Camp, a talented musician and founder of The Round Creek String Band.Jason told us that the 7th year of The Great Lakes Music Camp is honored to return to the beautiful shoreline of Lake Michigan at Camp Blodgett, October 3-6, 2024 GLMC features some of the finest music and vocal instructors in the nation. Jason stressed that The Great Lakes Music Camp is meant for all skill

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00:14:59

The power of activating climate voters with Grand...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/08/09

On this week's episode episode, WYCE Station Manager Phil Tower speaks with Janet Zahn, co-chair, of Grand Rapids Climate Coalition.The Grand Rapids Climate Coalition is a growing alliance of individuals, community groups, neighborhood associations, nonprofits, faith groups, businesses, and educational institutions. The Grand Rapids Climate Coalition's focus is mobilizing collective power to ensure equitable access to a clean, healthy, just, and livable community and climate. Janet

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00:13:29

A preview of the 2024 Piecing Together Unity Festival...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/08/02

On this week's program, WYCE station manager Phil Tower welcomes Daryl Reece, co-founder, along with his wife, Debra Reece, of the Pieces of Reeces Foundation.Pieces of Reeces Foundation is again presenting the annual Piecing Together Unity Festival on Saturday, August 17, at Rosa Parks Circle and downtown Grand Rapids. The festival runs from 1 to 8 p.m. It will feature several vendors and community organizations, including the Boys and Girls Club of Grand Rapids. There will also be kids'

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00:13:09

Previewing Girls Rock! Grand Rapids 2024 with...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/07/25

On this week's program, host Phil Tower speaks with Noemi Gonzalez, Community Engagement Coordinator with Grandville Avenue for Arts and Humanities(GAAH).Grandville Avenue for Arts and Humanities is once again sponsoring Girls Rock! Grand Rapids. 2024 marks the 11th year of Girls Rock! Grand Rapids camp and the staff at GAAH are excited to continue the joy of creating music and empowering young musicians! Noemi Gonzalez told us there are still some critical volunteer needs and opportunities to

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00:15:23

The inside, scoop on parking, riding, and enjoying...

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/07/23

In this week's program, Phil Tower speaks with Jennifer Kasper, assistant director with MobileGR. We covered a number of issues in our conversation, including some soon to happen. Parking increases at meters and city own parking ramps for the city of grand Rapids, we also discussed the use of bikes and electric scooters, as well as DAH Routes, riding the Rapid and the cities effort at creating calmer neighborhoods, using transportation solutions. Mobile GR is a City of Grand Rapids department

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00:14:45

Curbside recycling in Grand Rapids goes high-tech....

WYCE"s Community Closeup (*conversations concerning... ·

2024/07/11

On this weeks episode, we speak with John Gorney, Director of Public Works for the City of Grand RapidsThe City of Grand Rapids has partnered with the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE), The Recycling Partnership, and Prairie Robotics to launch a six-month pilot project. This innovative initiative utilizes high-tech cameras, global positioning systems, and computers on city recycling trucks. The aim is to revolutionize our recycling process, making it more efficient

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