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A Watershed Moment: Restoration on the Grand

Submitted 06-14-2012 under NEWS

On this week’s episode of "A Watershed Moment", we hear from Phil Skaggs, West Michigan Director for the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, about a plan to revitalize a two-mile section of the Grand River in downtown Grand Rapids.

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Film at UICA exposes unheard story of Pruitt-Igoe

Submitted 06-14-2012 under OPINION

A documentary which seeks to debunk popular beliefs about the Pruitt-Igoe, “The Pruitt-Igoe Myth” is a wonderfully composed, yet troubling glimpse of life the inside government housing projects.

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Abortion the hot topic at city commission meeting

Submitted 06-13-2012 under NEWS

A push to further define the types of abortion allowed under city healthcare plans falls flat.

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Jaenell Ott, Hispanic Center teacher and lifelong learner

Submitted 06-13-2012 under NONPROFITS

Jaenell Ott helps her students meet their goals and achieve their dreams through ESL and Computer Literacy courses.

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Film at UICA shows Steve Jobs at his most charismatic

Submitted 06-13-2012 under OPINION

Displaying a beautifully candid look at a man far ahead of his time, “Steve Jobs: The Lost Interview” gives any audience a much needed insight into one of the great minds of this generation.

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Glance at the Past - Fulton St. Park

Submitted 06-13-2012 under NONPROFITS

Fulton St. Park, now known as Veteran's Park, was lovingly cared for by an enterprising citizen, Thomas Gilbert, who planted trees and cared for them because he had a vision of the future.

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Writing as Spiritual Practice: A Weekend Retreat for Women

Submitted 06-13-2012 under NONPROFITS

Join us at Dominican Center at Marywood for a weekend of sacred rest, writing and communion with other women who love the written word.

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Pyramid Scheme to host massive outdoor block-party-style festival Saturday

Submitted 06-13-2012 under OPINION

The Pyramid Scheme's T-Rex Fest kicks off this Saturday with an impressive array of musical acts and Shorts Brewing Company beer.

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BISSELL: A journey through time

Submitted 06-12-2012 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

From the first female CEO in the United States to current developments in pet products, BISSELL continues to find ways to grow and improve, while maintaining a connection with their community for over a century.

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Creston neighbors break ground on keeping seniors in the neighborhood

Submitted 06-12-2012 under NONPROFITS

Creston Neighbors start the discussion about keeping seniors in their homes as long as possible.

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