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Mayor Heartwell outlines future of Grand Rapids climate resiliency

Submitted 02-26-2014 under NEWS

Mayor Heartwell talks about several programs focused on the future of Grand Rapids sustainability and climate resiliency.

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Mayor addresses citizen concerns in live conversation on GRTV, The Rapidian

Submitted 02-03-2014 under NONPROFITS

Mayor Heartwell answered citizen questions Monday night, including a question about gun control and open carry laws.

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Acton on Tap event to provide forum to discuss threats to religious liberty

Submitted 01-30-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Tuesday evening's Acton on Tap event, "The Growing Threat to Religious Liberty," to focus on current controversies regarding freedom of religion

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Healing a citi(zen)

Submitted 01-07-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Moving beyond mere utility towards aesthetic is vitally important in creating a healthy city.

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Drop off your Christmas tree for free

Submitted 01-07-2014 under NEWS

From January 2 through the end of the month, residents can bring their Christmas trees to one of four city park locations for free disposal.

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Mayor braves "polar vortex" to answer citizen concerns

Submitted 01-06-2014 under NEWS

Mayor Heartwell answered citizen questions about city issues on Monday evening, with concerns ranging from maintaining city streets to parking cost increases to development inclusivity.

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Jared Rodriguez speaks to literacy advocacy

Submitted 12-16-2013 under NONPROFITS

The new Community Literacy Initiative Advisory Council co-chairperson answers questions about the future of both the coalition and the state of literacy in our city

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Downtown Grand Rapids Inc joins efforts of several groups under one roof

Submitted 12-04-2013 under NEWS

The recently formed Downtown Grand Rapids Inc hopes to increase efficiency and communication to further improve downtown.

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WMEAC Presents Grand Rapids Climate Resiliency Report Findings

Submitted 12-03-2013 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Climate Resiliency Report shows that Grand Rapids will be affected by climate change in the near term.

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Mayor answers citizen questions about our homeless population on City Connection

Submitted 12-02-2013 under NONPROFITS

In this month's edition of the live show where our mayor answers citizen questions, a Rapidian asked the mayor about the city's plans to assist our homeless population as downtown continues to grow.

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