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West Michigan Indie catches up with Fly Paper

Submitted 12-18-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

WMI sticks with Fly Paper

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Youth reporters rename Press Club to honor Andy Angelo

Submitted 12-17-2012 under NONPROFITS

The GAAH Press Club was recently renamed the Andy Angelo Press Club in honor of our dear friend and longtime board member who passed away on July 3, 2012.

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Commission to consider proposed tax assessment for neighborhood park

Submitted 12-17-2012 under NEWS

A proposed tax assessment for a park in the South Hill neighborhood will be considered and open for public comment at the Grand Rapids City Commission meeting on Tuesday, December 18, at 7 p.m.

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Wege Foundation to double gifts through Dec. 21

Submitted 12-17-2012 under NONPROFITS

GR City Commissioner Rosalynn Bliss and others to help close out fundraising for Wealthy Theatre, Dec. 21. The Wege Foundation will match any gift or pledge. $80,000 is needed by Dec. 21 to meet the goal.

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Men's Spirituality Initiative at Dominican Center

Submitted 12-15-2012 under NONPROFITS

Dominican Center at Marywood offers a variety of opportunities for men to gather together to deepen their spirituality, understand their role in life, family and community.

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Wayne Squires warns against potential dangers of holiday charity

Submitted 12-14-2012 under NEWS

The holidays are often a time to give to charity, but Wayne Squires believes that this form of giving doesn't really help anyone.

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Beerhorsts open home to public

Submitted 12-14-2012 under NEWS

The Beerhorst family sold artwork in their home last weekend.

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Catalyst Radio: Planned Parenthood's Lunquist shares experience of 38 years on the job

Submitted 12-14-2012 under NEWS

Set to retire on Dec. 21, Jan Lunquist, vice president of Education and Leadership Development at Planned Parenthood of West and Northern Michigan, tells of how information is a key element for sexual health.

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High School Bowling Enters 13th Year in Grand Rapids

Submitted 12-14-2012 under NEWS

The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) bowling season is underway for its 13th year of competition, the longest of any state in the country. In addition, high school bowling in Michigan has the most participants of any state in the country.

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Classic Christmas picture book released for new generation of readers

Submitted 12-13-2012 under NEWS

Local author Lori Walburg enchants children and adults with this unique story about a holiday favorite—the candy cane.

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