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Census advocates working to build trust and turnout

Submitted 02-13-2020 under NEWS

Census 2020 begins in earnest March 12-20 and much is at stake for Grand Rapids and the region as future funding is related to census turnout.

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American Heart Month: Why the Hispanic population is at risk

Submitted 02-11-2020 under NONPROFITS

West Michigan’s Hispanic population is at a higher risk of health conditions that could lead to heart disease. However, cardiologists say, steps can be taken to reduce their risk.

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The Salvation Army Recognizes the Grand Rapids Golden K Kiwanians

Submitted 01-29-2020 under NONPROFITS

The first-ever Golden Kettle Award was won by the Grand Rapids Golden "K" Kiwanis Club. A volunteer appreciation event at Fulton Heights Citadel brought out over 30 volunteers to receive certificates and recognition for their efforts in the Red Kettle Campaign.

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GRAMMY® Nominated Guitarist and Multi-Talented Musician Raul Midón will debut in Grand Rapids, MI on February 27 at St. Cecilia Music Center

Submitted 01-28-2020 under NONPROFITS

GRAMMY® Nominated Raul Midón - dubbed "an eclectic adventurist" by People magazine - has collaborated with such heroes as Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder and Bill Withers, along with contributing to recordings by Queen Latifah, Snoop Dogg and the soundtrack to Spike Lee's She Hate Me.

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First Vandenberg Prize awarded to Ambassador Jon M. Huntsman, Jr.

Submitted 01-21-2020 under NEWS

Ambassador Jon M. Huntsman, Jr. is the first Vandenberg Prize recipient, an award given by the World Affairs Council of Western Michigan.

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GRAMMY(r) Award Winning Bluegrass Band The Infamous Stringdusters to make their debut appearance in West Michigan on February 6 at St. Cecilia Music Center

Submitted 01-16-2020 under NONPROFITS

The GRAMMY® Award-winning Bluegrass Band The Infamous Stringdusters will bring new heights to the Royce Auditorium stage with their high energy, expressive blend of All-American bluegrass combined with heartfelt lyrics and strands of rock, jazz, funk, country and more.

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St. Cecilia Music Center brings back the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center on Thursday, January 23 performing a program entitled French Enchantment featuring inspiring works by Saint-Saëns, Fauré and Ravel

Submitted 01-14-2020 under NONPROFITS

“French Enchantment” begins and ends with early works by Saint-Saëns and Fauré that recreate the elegant atmosphere of 19-century Parisian salons.

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St. Cecilia Music Center Jazz Series features Emmet Cohen's Master Legacy Series with World-Renowned Jazz Legend Benny Golson this Thursday, January 16, 2020

Submitted 01-14-2020 under NONPROFITS

Multifacted “New Generation” American Jazz Pianist Emmet Cohen and the Emmet Cohen Trio will combine talents with Multitalented and Internationally Revered Jazz Legend Benny Golson

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Golden "K" Kiwanis wins the first "Golden Kettle" Award!

Submitted 01-09-2020 under NONPROFITS

The Golden "K" Kiwanis Club wins the first "Golden Kettle Award" from The Salvation Army! The award will be given to the service club in a special ceremony at the Fulton Heights Citadel.

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Happy New Year from The Rapidian

Submitted 01-03-2020 under OPINION

Community support essential to make 2020 a success

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