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DeltaPlex arena to host beer and comedy festival

Submitted 02-14-2014 under NEWS

Friday night and all day and Saturday, the western Grand Rapids convention center will house brews, laughs and a local Brew Olympics.

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Run the GazelleGirl & Run to Make a Difference

Submitted 12-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The 2014 Gazelle Girl Half Marathon & 5k organizers are setting the bar high, doubling racer numbers and increasing charitable dollars to earn the race its own PR.

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Snowy owls flock to West Michigan

Submitted 12-10-2013 under NEWS

The snowy owl, a bird native to the Arctic region, is once again making appearances in West Michigan. Several sightings of the majestic bird have been reported and have prompted curiosity as to why the bird is flying so far south.

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Toddler Tails provides children with hands-on animal experiences, education

Submitted 12-04-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Humane Society of Grand Rapids holds Toddler Tails, a monthly event for young children and their caretakers. Children meet and learn about interesting animals, share storytime and participate in craft activities.

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'Holiday It Forward' provides unconventional method of giving

Submitted 11-17-2013 under NEWS

Community members are passing along envelopes stuffed with cash throughout the Grand Rapids area. The envelopes are connected to Holiday It Forward, a nonprofit program implemented locally that encourages individuals to assist the needy during the holiday season.

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Ethical responsibility to panhandlers

Submitted 11-08-2013 under NEWS

With the increasing presence of panhandlers in the greater Grand Rapids area, citizens are left with a dilemma of how to best help people in need

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Kent County's Garbage Tour Educates and Informs

Submitted 11-06-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

GRCC's "Greater Grand Rapids Garbage Tour" revealed pros and cons of the county's current waste handling system.

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Meet the new candidates for area City Commissions

Submitted 11-03-2013 under NEWS

New candidates that appear on ballots on November 5 describe what inspired them to run for City Commission seats in Grand Rapids, Kentwood and Walker.

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Are Your Prescription Drugs or Medicare Premiums Costing Too Much?

Submitted 11-01-2013 under NONPROFITS

The cost of health care and prescriptions can be crippling for many older adults. For those on Medicare, there may be ways to help reduce these costs.

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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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