Amplify Gr News Today

The Boston Square neighborhood will be lighting its Christmas tree with a community party.

Amplify GR offered $500 to 360 students on the city’s Southeast side to pursue any activity they’d like, from cheerleading to baking to swimming.

Latesha Lipscomb, born and raised in the Black Hills neighborhood on Grand Rapids' southwest side, is now the director of Engagement & Relationships for Amplify GR to help others achieve their dreams.

"We're referring to it as the community's front porch and living room, because this place will be special."