Grand Rapids

Metaxas visits Calvin, discusses Bonhoeffer

Submitted 01-10-2012 under OPINION

A take on Eric Metaxas' Calvin College lecture on the life behind his recently published biography of Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

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Kendall's LEED renovation of Federal Building nearly complete

Submitted 01-10-2012 under NEWS

Kendall College of Art and Design is nearing completion of its Federal Building renovation. Take a peek inside with this photo essay.

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Inspirations

Submitted 01-10-2012 under NONPROFITS

During January and February of 2012, Dominican Center at Marywood Art Gallery will display the works of Joanne Peltz, Lucianne Siers, OP, and Jim VanBeek from January 1 through February 28, 2012. Most of the works are available for purchase.

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Adventure racing grows in Grand Rapids

Submitted 01-10-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Building from two events in 2011 to nine in 2012, adventure racing attracts people in Grand Rapids to participate in challenges that vary from biking and running to human dogsledding and snow tubing.

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Glance at the Past - Old Plank Road

Submitted 01-10-2012 under NONPROFITS

Plank roads evoke the mystique of days gone by, but those old wooden planks held little charm for travelers.

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Marie Catrib's serves up Lebanese and Yooper influences

Submitted 01-10-2012 under OPINION

The popularity of this restaurant is well deserved, and I see why customer reviews have given them a 4½-star rating. There is a good selection local vegan, vegetarian and hearty meaty dishes for the carnivores here.

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KVO & CBOT work in collaboration with Kent County Health Department

Submitted 01-10-2012 under NONPROFITS

KVO is teaming up with Kent County Health Department to offer life skills class.

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Creating content on The Rapidian: Pitching a story

Submitted 01-09-2012 under OPINION

When you've got a great news story, but you want someone else to write it, be sure to use our Storybank. It's a great way to let our reporters know about it.

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