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GRIL U participants teens graduate from college

Submitted 05-10-2013 under NONPROFITS

Mario Adkins, Jordana Seebeck and Terrill Charleston, GRIL U teen leadership program graduates, have now also graduated from local colleges.

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Glance at the Past - Newsboys

Submitted 05-07-2013 under NONPROFITS

Many local citizens are familiar with the Press Newsboys Band, and some may be aware of the Newsboys School, probably the only one of its kind in the world. But other, lesser known activities and events became available to those hardy lads.

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Drama. Passion. Tragedy. Romeo & Juliet performed by the Grand Rapids Ballet

Submitted 05-07-2013 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Ballet presents the epic love tragedy Romeo & Juliet to close the 2012-2013 season.

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In Season: May 4, 2013

Submitted 05-06-2013 under NONPROFITS

The Market is open! Come explore what is in season this week at the Fulton Street Farmer's Market as we gear up for another delicious season!

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Commissioner White answers citizen questions on City Connection

Submitted 05-05-2013 under NONPROFITS

Rapidian staff and politics beat member Renato Delos Reyes poses a question about repairing city damage from flooding. City Commissioner White sat in for Mayor Heartwell

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Avenue for the Arts brings back the Market

Submitted 05-02-2013 under NONPROFITS

The Market presented by Avenue for the Arts is taking place TWICE this summer: June 8 and July 13 from 12 p.m.- 8 p.m.

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After vacation to Grand Rapids over 20 years ago, artist strives for citizenship

Submitted 05-02-2013 under NONPROFITS

Local artist Erick Picardo has called Grand Rapids home for over 20 years, but faces challenges on the road to citizenship.

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Dirty River Bourbon Show - "The Wolf Man"

Submitted 05-01-2013 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Glance at the Past - Manhole Covers

Submitted 05-01-2013 under NONPROFITS

Manhole covers are the ports of entry to the underground world of pipes and mains and cables that transport light, power, heat, and water, in addition to carrying messages and removing waste.

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Brewery Vivant, Crooked Goose join forces to fight hunger

Submitted 04-30-2013 under NONPROFITS

On May 1, Crooked Goose will host a Brewery Vivant tap takeover, donating 10 percent of profits to Feeding America West Michigan. Brewery Vivant will match that amount.

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