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Primary revenue source(s)

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The Rapidian
Michigan
The Rapidian

The Rapidian is neighborhood citizen news site in Grand Rapids, Mich., operated by the Grand Rapids Community Media Center. Revenue: Grants, advertising. Bonus points: Active use of social media, mapping local events and news.

City

Grand Rapids

State

MI

Zip code

49506

Year launched

2009

Tax status

  • Nonprofit 501c3

Geographic scope

  • Metro or large city

Scope of coverage

  • Other

Topics of coverage

  • Entertainment & arts
  • Food
  • Local business
  • Local events

Watchdog journalism?

  • Yes, infrequently

Facebook link

https://www.facebook.com/TheRapidian

Site Twitter handle

@therapidian