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Reflections in a new community

Submitted 06-30-2016 under OPINION

Thanks to all who attended Meet the Editor at Brewery Vivant on June 23. I'm adding it to the list of Grand Rapids' experiences I've had so far.

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Get transported by the debut video of Grand Rapids band I Believe in Julio

Submitted 06-28-2016 under OPINION

I Believe in Julio blasts off with local and national artists in collaboration creation of debut music video

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Gentrification or revitalization: Which is it?

Submitted 06-28-2016 under OPINION

The Westside cherishes its rich heritage, whether Hispanic, Polish, Dutch, African-American, Lithuanian or German. Beyond the business corridors, breweries, market rate apartments and luxury condos opening, do we see the repercussions that "revitalization" is having on our neighbors?

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Movie Review: "The Lobster" at the UICA

Submitted 06-14-2016 under OPINION

The UICA is proud to partner with The Rapidian on a new monthly column to keep you up-to-date about the films we're bringing to our community. This month, Nick Hartman, UICA Film Coordinator reviews "The Lobster."

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"There's just not enough love in the world"

Submitted 06-10-2016 under OPINION

Miss Brenda shares her happy smile with every passing car as she guards her crossing. She'll return in the fall once again.

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Is it time to re-examine our driver's license policies?

Submitted 06-08-2016 under OPINION

Should periodic mandatory retesting be done in order to maintain our regular driving privelages? Could this help reduce the amount of accidents and fatalities on the road?

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Celebrating Loving Day in Grand Rapids and its legacy in justice

Submitted 06-07-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS

On Sunday, June 12, 2016 Ebony Road Players will be hosting its second annual Loving Day Celebration at Wealthy Theatre from 12 to 8 p.m.

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New show at GRAM succeeds in honoring women's work, ordinary objects

Submitted 06-02-2016 under OPINION

Maureen Nollette's work, part of the "Michigan Artists Series," elevates ordinary materials into a quiet strength that speaks to women's work and forces the viewer to notice their value.

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"Caroline, or Change" full of raw feeling, captures strength of community theater

Submitted 05-31-2016 under OPINION

"Caroline, or Change" will show at the Civic Theatre from June 3-June 19, 2016.

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Catalyst Radio: local connections to Syrian Conflict

Submitted 05-20-2016 under NEWS

Host Katie Gordon speaks with Dr. Sam Attal and Dr. Mohammad Saleh, Syrian-born American doctors who have been helping Syrians affected by the conflict both in Grand Rapids and internationally.

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