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West Michigan Indie Podcast: Episode #10- The Crane Wives

Submitted 08-29-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

WMI sat down with The Crane Wives' Tom Gunnels and Kate Pillsbury

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Business and community come together in circle of service supporting literacy

Submitted 08-29-2012 under NONPROFITS

Illiteracy is an issue that affects the whole community. Read how local programs, business, and volunteers came together to support a reading initiative through the development of a Reading Corner concept.

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Healthy cook-off proves tight budget doesn't mean poor diet

Submitted 08-29-2012 under NONPROFITS

Cook-off pits local chefs against each other. The goal? Teach healthy cooking techniques that won't break the bank.

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Hello 10x10 Challenge, goodbye Ramen noodles

Submitted 08-28-2012 under VOICES

As part of the 10x10 Eat Local Challenge, I give up Ramen noodles and search for cheap locally sourced food options.

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Hunger Action Week: Poverty simulation shows hunger from inside out

Submitted 08-27-2012 under NONPROFITS

Hunger Action Week begins by immersing participants in the daily rigors of a life in poverty.

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Hunger Action Week 2012 kicks apathy with awareness

Submitted 08-27-2012 under NONPROFITS

Hunger Action Week is back with a revamped itinerary and a sharper focus on advocacy.

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Citizen concerns answered live tonight by Mayor Heartwell on City Connection

Submitted 08-27-2012 under NEWS

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

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Ralston and friends bringing summer to a close at Frederick Meijer Gardens this Tuesday night

Submitted 08-27-2012 under OPINION

Grand Rapids musician Ralston Bowles will close out the Tuesday Evening Music Club summer concert series at Frederik Meijer Gardens.

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The Education miracle: school wins $50,000 in construction services

Submitted 08-25-2012 under NONPROFITS

San Juan Diego Academy has experienced the miracle of human generosity, its students the miracle of learning.

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Catalyst Radio: GVSU's Vandana Magal, on newspaper industry, global and local media

Submitted 08-24-2012 under NEWS

Vandana Magal talks about the rise of the newspaper industry in other global markets in spite of the decline experienced in this country. Magal also shares about her research involving media literacy around the world.

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