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Local teacher argues Muskegon Heights students need money, support not school closures

Submitted 02-02-2017 under OPINION

Jeffery Rundhaug is a Grand Rapids resident who teaches 7th and 8th grade Social Studies at Muskegon Heights Academy, one of the 38 schools the State of Michigan has targeted for closure.

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Photo gallery of protest at Gerald R. Ford International Airport

Submitted 01-31-2017 under NEWS

Community photos from the "Protest for immigrants, refugees and human rights" which took place at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport on January 29, 2017.

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Amash and constituents clash at crowded town hall meeting

Submitted 01-19-2017 under NEWS

Video and annotated highlights of the Tuesday town hall meeting with U.S. Representative Justin Amash. The crowd became heated at the use of the term “Obamacare” and at mention of changes to Social Security.

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Locals can join national minute of silence at Apartment Lounge

Submitted 01-12-2017 under NEWS

On January 21 at 1:00 p.m., women across the nation will be observing a minute of silence in solidarity with the Women's March on Washington. Locals can participate and view a live stream together at the Apartment Lounge from noon to 3:00.

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City Connection: Mayor Bliss, Monica Steimle-App to discuss key issues in Grand Rapids

Submitted 12-05-2016 under NONPROFITS

Monica Steimle-App, director of Community Relations at 616 Lofts, will be the guest on this month's episode of City Connection.

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Statement from Mayor Bliss: Respecting and supporting each other

Submitted 11-14-2016 under NEWS

"Working together, we can make this a great community for everyone," Mayor Rosalynn Bliss said in her statement.

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Vocational rehabilitation, independent living resources available for veterans

Submitted 11-09-2016 under NONPROFITS

This week’s episode of NPO Showcase features the Veteran Peer Supports program at Disability Advocates of Kent County.

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Remember to vote for local offices: Learn more about Kent County candidates

Submitted 11-07-2016 under NEWS

Interviews with candidates for the offices of Kent County Clerk, Prosecutor and Sheriff.

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Updated with link: Special episode of City Connection discusses the importance of voting, voting rights

Submitted 11-07-2016 under NONPROFITS

Tonight's special episode of City Connection focuses on empowering voters to know their rights.

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Voting for Kent County Prosecutor: Alida Bryant runs on reform; Chris Becker on continuity

Submitted 11-04-2016 under NEWS

On November 8, Kent County voters will elect a new Prosecutor. The two candidates, Alida Bryant (Democrat) and Chris Becker (Republican) were interviewed on their vision for the office.

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