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State legislature may allow for modifications to critical sand dunes

Submitted 07-12-2012 under OPINION

A bill recently passed by the Michigan Senate could allow changes to some of the most precious sand dunes in the state.

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Local artist selected to travel to Israel and Palestine

Submitted 07-12-2012 under OPINION

Alynn Guerra, the owner of Red Hydrant Press, received an invitation by Hope Equals to be a part of a group gathered to learn about incorporating justice into art. She leaves on July 21 for the two week trip.

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New reporters explore media tools to express leadership in action

Submitted 07-12-2012 under OPINION

See, listen, visualize what 15 people think about leadership.

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Southwest GR residents hold Peace March in Roosevelt Park Neighborhood

Submitted 07-11-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Southwest GR residents hold Peace March in Roosevelt Park Neighborhood to protest recent acts of violence and gang related activity.

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Potato Moon tells the story of a "Ghost"

Submitted 07-11-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

The Grand Rapids family band returns with timeless tales of love and apparitions.

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Priority Health of Michigan awarded accreditation for excellence

Submitted 07-11-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Priority Health of Michigan continuously awarded "Excellent" rating by National Committee for Quality Assurance.

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17th Circuit Court Judge Patrick Hillary speaks about domestic violence

Submitted 07-11-2012 under OPINION

Judge Hillary speaks to Creston Neighbors about what neighbors should do in responding to domestic violence in their neighborhood.

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A Watershed Moment: The push for a better Renewable Energy Standard

Submitted 07-10-2012 under NEWS

This week, we hear from Matt Blain, Organizer for the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, as he discusses the Renewable Energy Standard Initiative.

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BISSELL Blocktail Party grants announced: $163,650 shared by recipients

Submitted 07-10-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

The numbers are in from the BISSELL Blocktail Party, and the money raised will be split up among 11 recipients.

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Mark Kahny and The Boogie Woogie Babies perform at Jazz at the Zoo

Submitted 07-10-2012 under NEWS

People of all ages gather at John Ball Zoo to enjoy Monday night jazz hosted by the West Michigan Jazz Society.

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