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Randal Gelderloos and Steve Mass to run for Grandville mayor

Submitted 11-01-2013 under NEWS

In the upcoming November 5 election, two city council members compete for votes as Grandville mayorship opens.

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Mayor to answer citizen questions on eve of elections

Submitted 11-01-2013 under NEWS

This month, the mayor answered citizen questions live on GRTV and streamed here on The Rapidian, including answering Rapidian reporter Marie Orttenburger's questions about AirBNB.

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Meet Walker's next Mayor: Mark Huizenga

Submitted 10-31-2013 under NEWS

On November 5, Mark Huizenga will be elected as Walker's Mayor as his opponent has dropped out the the running and endorsed her opponent.

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Citizens to vote on park ballot initiative

Submitted 10-29-2013 under NEWS

On November 5, Yes! GR Parks will appear on ballots in the City of Grand Rapids to raise money for city parks.

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You're invited! "Food Politics and the Food Justice Movement: Moving Forward"

Submitted 10-23-2013 under NONPROFITS

Free five week class that investigates the current food system and food policy, looks at responses around the country and discusses how West Michigan could respond locally.

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Second attempt to raise money for Wyoming Public Schools to appear on November 5 ballot

Submitted 10-22-2013 under NEWS

Proposals One and Two in Wyoming seek to make basic upgrades and add a performing arts center.

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Voters to decide on Forest Hills Public School proposal

Submitted 10-22-2013 under NEWS

A proposal to raise $45 million for technology, security and buses will appear on ballots on November 5.

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Parks as place markers record our city's history

Submitted 10-15-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS

It is in our parks, like Monument and Veterans Park, that we process the historical moments of our city.

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Why parks matter: The current condition of parks and how the millage will help

Submitted 10-10-2013 under OPINION

Since 2002 the Parks and Recreation Department has experienced severe cuts. I talk about how far behind we've gotten and what we can do about it.

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Advocates for Senior Issues invite you to Kent County Senior Millage Open House

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Kent County Senior Millage Open House takes place Friday October 18, 2013 from 10:00 a.m until 1:00 p.m. at Kentwood Christian Church. Stop by for a light lunch, door prizes and information on Senior Millage Services.

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