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Possible arrival of Trader Joe's, Whole Foods sparks ongoing discussion

Submitted 03-14-2013 under NEWS

Owners of two Grand Rapids markets offer their views on Trader Joe's and Whole Foods, and what our community and local businesses need to thrive.

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Amore treats local food group to expansive tasting menu

Submitted 03-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The EatGR group visited Amore Trattoria Italiana and was treated to a wide variety of examples of their award-winning Italian fare.

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Catalyst Radio: KDL establishes new Local Indie collection, supporting West Michigan talent

Submitted 03-08-2013 under NEWS

Nearly 200 items already populate Kent District Library’s Local Indie collection at two branch locations, but KDL hopes to grow the new special sections and is seeking more donations of locally self-published or independently published books and music.

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Catalyst Radio: GRIID issues findings of Normalizing Male Dominance film study

Submitted 03-01-2013 under NEWS

Local organization GRIID looks at major films of 2012 to examine gender representation in the medium.

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2013 Michigan Winter Beer Festival celebrates Michigan craft beer, community

Submitted 02-28-2013 under OPINION

The Annual Michigan Winter Beer Festival, put on by the Michigan Brewers Guild, exposes attendees to craft beers and Michigan craft beer culture.

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Celebrate our community's unsung heroes

Submitted 02-22-2013 under NONPROFITS

Family Futures seeks nominees for 25th Annual Service to Children Awards

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Farmer-owned restaurant offers bold brews, homegrown meals to support food bank

Submitted 02-15-2013 under NONPROFITS

From Feb. 18-Mar. 2, those who eat a meal at Trillium Haven can send four meals to someone in need.

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Reds on the River fights hunger during Ice Festival

Submitted 02-01-2013 under NONPROFITS

As Grand Rapids' ice gurus transform Rockford, one restaurant supports food bank.

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Youth Grant Committee to award $45,000

Submitted 01-25-2013 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Community Foundation's Youth Grant Committee is preparing to award $45,000 to organizations that have programs or projects that serve local youth. The online application is now open, and is due February 11.

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During annual Shop Hop, Eastown Antiques turns profit for hunger relief

Submitted 12-13-2012 under NONPROFITS

Eastown Antiques used their biggest night of the year as a fundraiser for Feeding America West Michigan.

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