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The Local Feed Interviews Jeff from Duba and Company

Submitted 07-05-2013 under OPINION

Listen to the full interview where we talk to Jeff Duba of Duba and Company to learn about heritage meat.

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Umphrey's McGee celebrates America with musical fireworks

Submitted 07-05-2013 under OPINION

With no show to play on the 4th of July, jam band giants Umphrey's McGee decided to celebrate Independence Day one day early, throwing a funk-filled dance party at Frederik Meijer Gardens.

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"You can fix racism!"

Submitted 07-02-2013 under NONPROFITS

Creston neighborhood reports on the Partners for Racism – Free GR forum

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What the Flood of 2013 tells us about the importance of a healthy urban forest

Submitted 07-01-2013 under NONPROFITS

It is important that we recognize the value and protect the benefits of a rich, diverse urban tree canopy as green infrastructure.

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UICA screening French film "Something in the Air"

Submitted 06-28-2013 under OPINION

"Something in the Air," a film about French students in 1968, opened at UICA Friday June 28.

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Bullied

Submitted 06-27-2013 under NONPROFITS

This article is one in a series discussing bullying issues through artwork and words, through the eyes of a student.

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Newly-released book by local author highlights Grand Rapids food justice issues

Submitted 06-26-2013 under OPINION

Newly-released Grand Rapids Food: A Culinary Revolution by Lisa Rose Starner covers much more than foodie interests.

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Antrim Dells' new album shows musicianship, nostalgia

Submitted 06-26-2013 under OPINION

Jacob Bullard, Brian Voortman, Laura Hobson and John Hanson debut Antrim Dells' newest album this Saturday, June 29th at Nice Gallery.

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Founders Fest proves itself supreme Grand Rapids party

Submitted 06-26-2013 under OPINION

Despite a very hot and humid day, Founders Fest draws thousands of people to their sixth annual celebration of beer and music. Highlights included Minneapolis band Roster McCabe and Detroit performers Satori Circus.

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Wynton Marsalis brings diverse jazz showcase to Meijer Gardens

Submitted 06-25-2013 under OPINION

Backed by the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Wynton Marsalis led attendees at Meijer Gardens on a tour through the history of jazz, featuring classics like Thelonious Monk and Duke Ellington.

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