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The Rapid Transit Millage Increase: What Now?

Submitted 05-16-2011 under NONPROFITS

Bill Kirk of The Rapid speaks with Dan Schoonmaker, Communications Director for West Michigan Environmental Action Council, about the potential economic and environmental impact of their recent millag

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Can we feed everyone?

Submitted 05-16-2011 under NONPROFITS

The world population is expected to be 9 billion by 2050. Having enough food in the right places will be a bigger challenge than it is today.

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Grand Rapids Public Museum’s Front Row for the Fireworks Offers

Submitted 05-16-2011 under NONPROFITS

Celebrate the 4th of July with the help of the Grand Rapids Public Museum. Take advantage of food, fun and a front row view of fireworks over the Grand River!

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Grand Rapids Griffins excel in community involvement

Submitted 05-16-2011 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids Griffins Excel in Community Involvement

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Keeping Families Connected

Submitted 05-13-2011 under NONPROFITS

Literacy Center Keeps Families Connected by Helping Them Write Letters to Family Members

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Catalyst Radio: John Ball Zoo beneficiary of Monday's Hat Trick Concert

Submitted 05-13-2011 under NONPROFITS

John Ball Zoo Society is combatting ecophobia with their JUMP program to get youth to interact with science and nature. Hear about Monday's Hat Trick Concert beneficiary!

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Rebecca Smith-Hoffman honored with Baxter Award from Grand Rapids Historical Society

Submitted 05-12-2011 under NONPROFITS

Rebecca Smith-Hoffman, a long-time champion of preserving local prominent landmark buildings and neighborhoods, is honored with the 2011 Baxter Award from the Grand Rapids Historical Society

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UICA Spotlight: Raven Jones

Submitted 05-12-2011 under NONPROFITS

"Raven's portfolio review demonstrated a high passion and talent indicating her future success in Kendall’s Fashion Program," said Sandy Britton - Director of Enrollment Management.

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Cultivating A Sense of Place: Becoming a Forager & Land Steward

Submitted 05-11-2011 under LOCAL LIFE

The uncultivated spaces around us offer many different plants that can be used as wild foods and herbal preparations to keep us well, and spring is an excellent time to learn to forage.

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River Bank Run Runner: Katie Woodruff

Submitted 05-11-2011 under LOCAL LIFE

When she not doing PR work, Katie Woodruff is training for the River Bank Run 25k

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