Grand Rapids

The Bitter End provides coffee oasis for West Side

Submitted 08-21-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

The Bitter End Coffeehouse on West Fulton Street serves over 100 varieties of flavored coffee beverages. The building's vintage feel derives from a rich history.

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In Season: August 23, 2014

Submitted 08-20-2014 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.

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Community Media Center introduces new leader for media access project

Submitted 08-20-2014 under NONPROFITS

Jen Vander Heide joins the CMC as project coordinator for the new Elevating Voices project. Here she explains why media access matters- and why it matters to her.

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Mario Alfaro: Helping youth in Grand Rapids

Submitted 08-20-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Mario Alfaro, Youth and Gang Specialist at Hispanic Center of Western Michigan, shares why he enjoys working with the Supporting Our Leaders program.

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Ricardo Martinez: Advocating for youth

Submitted 08-20-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Ricardo Martinez, Youth Advocate at Hispanic Center of Western Michigan, shares why he enjoys helping the youth get what they need to be successful.

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Brewery takes on grassroots cooperative business model

Submitted 08-20-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Board members Nick Lavelle and Joshua Smith of the High Five Co-op Brewery explain the idea of the co-op and exciting new things on the horizon.

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Ten Principles of Community Policing: Part Four

Submitted 08-19-2014 under NONPROFITS

Investment in neighborhood grassroots initiatives leads to internal change and steps for building a better future.

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Ten Principles of Community Policing: Part Three

Submitted 08-19-2014 under NONPROFITS

Exploring our ethical responsibility to help our neighbors, particularly the most vulnerable, and upholding this in all aspects of community policing.

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