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8,000 meals provided in the 2012 holiday season

Submitted 01-11-2013 under NONPROFITS

The generous community stepped up once again to make certain that everyone in Kent County had enough this holiday season.

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Residents encouraged to take advantage of program that boosts energy efficiency in the home

Submitted 01-11-2013 under NEWS

The GR1K program has helped hundreds of homeowners make their homes more energy efficient. The program has now been extended through the summer.

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Grand Rapids native brings Broadway home for the holidays

Submitted 01-09-2013 under OPINION

Grand Rapids native Brian Martin returns home as a part of Broadway's touring production of Beauty and the Beast.

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Children's book drive in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Submitted 01-09-2013 under NONPROFITS

Looking for a great way to honor Dr. King this January? Why not purchase and donate a book that celebrates diversity and giving to others. Learn more below.

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West Michigan Indie self deports with The Legal Immigrants

Submitted 01-09-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

WMI joins the party with The Legal Immigrants

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Griffins, fans gear up for Great Skate Winterfest

Submitted 01-07-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Great Skate Winterfest will be held at Rosa Parks Circle this weekend.

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Mayor answers citizen concerns on monthly "City Connection"

Submitted 01-07-2013 under NEWS

Got a question for Mayor Heartwell? Ask it tonight! Every month, local citizens have an opportunity to interact with Grand Rapid's most prominent elected official.

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WuDunn raises awareness in order to raise resources

Submitted 01-06-2013 under NEWS

An overview of Sheryl WuDunn’s Calvin College lecture on the oppression of women worldwide.

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Catalyst Radio: Youth Recording Arts Academy learns skills at Mackinaw Harvest Studios

Submitted 01-04-2013 under NEWS

A collaboration between Mackinaw Harvest Music and Community Media Center trains high schoolers through a 10-week course on the recording and production industry.

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How homeless is homeless?

Submitted 01-04-2013 under OPINION

I find myself questioning on a daily basis if the homeless people I see every day are truly homeless or just bad actors?

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