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Story Matters: 7th generation Grand Rapidian Jim Cox sees vitality in city today

Submitted 12-09-2013 under NONPROFITS

Jim Cox's family moved to Grand Rapids around 1850. Watch Jim talk about how his family has seen the city grow and change throughout the years.

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Catalyst Radio: Open Projector provides chance for local filmmakers to showcase works

Submitted 12-06-2013 under NEWS

Original film creations can be submitted through Wed., Dec. 11.

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"Beholder" images explore man's disconnection from nature, ritual

Submitted 12-05-2013 under OPINION

Opening this weekend at the Gaspard Gallery on South Division, Chris Cox's photography confronts the viewer with our unease with both spirituality and direct experiences in the natural world.

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Jarrod Napierkowski returns to UICA Holiday Market with one-of-a-kind pieces

Submitted 12-05-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The local GR artist creates wood crafted earrings and will be returning to the UICA's annual market for his fifth year to share them with shoppers.

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Nixohn Harder's family optimistic of full recovery

Submitted 12-04-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Nixohn Harder, 4 months old, is recovering and doing well after a complicated heart surgery. He has been problem free for a month or so now and the family is optimistic of his continued recovery.

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Downtown Grand Rapids Inc joins efforts of several groups under one roof

Submitted 12-04-2013 under NEWS

The recently formed Downtown Grand Rapids Inc hopes to increase efficiency and communication to further improve downtown.

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Restoring the charm of old Grand Rapids

Submitted 12-04-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

616 Development restores the charm of the old Kendall building for a night of storytelling, history and celebration.

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UICA to host 25th annual Holiday Artists' Market

Submitted 12-03-2013 under NEWS

The 25th annual holiday event will be held at the Urban Institute of Contemporary Art featuring regional artists.

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Cast your vote for best window display during Window Wonderland Campaign

Submitted 12-03-2013 under NEWS

Downtown area businesses get creative with storefronts for the holiday season. You can cast your vote for your favorite until December 9 to be entered into a drawing for a voter prize.

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Grand Rapids Downtown Market kicks off holidays with Winter Wonderland Open House, Very Merry Market Days

Submitted 12-03-2013 under NONPROFITS

Special outdoor shopping experiences are planned on December 7, 11 and 14.

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