Author: Sam Easter

Sam Easter is an independent journalist based in western Michigan. He’s previously reported from North Dakota, Michigan and beyond.

Food & Drink by Sam EasterAug 30, 201810:30 am

Bridge Street Market Looks to Fill West Side Void

The sidewalk crates at Bridge Street Market—each wooden, weathered and about the size of a golf cart—were empty last week, but labeled with playful drawings in advance of the store’s grand opening, which was held on Wednesday.

Lifestyle by Sam EasterAug 8, 20181:00 pm

New Grand Rapids City Manager Mark Washington, Photo courtesy of City of Austin, 2017.

New City Manager Makes History with Appointment

Mark Washington, Grand Rapids’ next city manager, is a busy man.

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