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David Byrne and St. Vincent burn down the house at Meijer Gardens

Submitted 07-10-2013 under OPINION

On an overcast and occasionally rainy evening at Meijer Gardens, David Byrne and St. Vincent shone through the clouds with a beautifully weird performance.

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Really Really Free Market July 7

Submitted 07-02-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The market will be at John Ball Zoo from 2 p.m. - 5p.m. Bring your items to give to others, or come to find items for free.

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The End of Country, Dispatches from the Frack Zone

Submitted 06-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Author Seamus McGraw discusses The End of Country and the conversation he hopes it inspires.

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Through the eyes of an instructor

Submitted 06-11-2013 under NONPROFITS

Dennis Grantz, Lead Photography Instructor at WMCAT, shares his experience in New York watching student, Jason Bursley, receive his national art award at Carnegie Hall.

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Teen violence prevention program launches summer campaign

Submitted 06-10-2013 under NONPROFITS

Goal to get RAVE back in 50 classrooms this school year aimed at stopping the cycle of violence

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Say hello to WMCAT's new Teen Program Director

Submitted 06-05-2013 under NONPROFITS

The West Michigan Center for Arts and Technology is excited to welcome Becca Guyette to their team as the Teen Program Director. She brings more than seven years of experience to the organization.

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Join us in supporting local economy

Submitted 05-17-2013 under OPINION

Our local economy is driven by innovators, risk-takers and dreamers. And like The Rapidian, it is fueled by all of us.

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West MI Fractivist Nicole Berens-Capizzi puts compassion and action up against injustices

Submitted 05-10-2013 under OPINION

West Michigan activist speaks out against fracking's injustices against the environment and human and animal health

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West MI Fractivist Sarah Barker sings for a silent spring

Submitted 05-10-2013 under OPINION

A local student and musician hopes to engage listeners' hearts and minds with songs that confront the sensory side of fracking.

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West MI Fractivist Steve Losher: "We've got every right to be here!"

Submitted 05-10-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Steve Losher provides insights on the effects of hydraulic fracturing and MLAWD's journey to save state land.

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