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Riverside Elementary to serve Boomers once more

Submitted 06-11-2014 under VOICES

The former Riverside Elementary building had a long life as a school and will transition to serve the Baby Boomers once again.

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In support of shareable cities: residents and local leaders Paul and Rachel Lee support homesharing

Submitted 06-11-2014 under OPINION

Rachel Lee, leading the East Hills Council of Neighbors, and her brother Paul Lee, owner of three local businesses, share their letters to our City Commissioners about proposed legislation regarding homesharing in the city of Grand Rapids.

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Campaign exceeds goal, brings teen violence prevention program back in classrooms

Submitted 06-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

Save RAVE fundraiser’s success a ‘community statement.’

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WMCAT Adult Students Graduate

Submitted 06-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

Students of the Adult Career Training Program at WMCAT Graduate.

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The Kent County Senior Millage: Aging With Dignity, Aging At Home

Submitted 06-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

The Kent County Senior Millage helps older adults stay in their own homes as they age. Vote Yes on the Kent County Senior Millage on August 5th to help Kent County older adults live with independence and dignity.

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Southeast Area Farmers Market kicks off season June 20

Submitted 06-11-2014 under NONPROFITS

The Southeast Area Farmers Market kicks off its 2014 season June 20. Fridays, 3 to 7 p.m. at Garfield Park, Burton St. & Madison Ave. SE. Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at GR Ford Academic Center, Madison SE south of Franklin.

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Fulton Street Farmers Market to host summer solstice party

Submitted 06-11-2014 under NEWS

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The changing constitution of livability

Submitted 06-10-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

As we plan to position Downtown Grand Rapids to be one of the most livable and desirable neighborhoods in West Michigan, we’re compelled to consider the areas that people will prioritize when choosing to call this place home.

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LINC to host Rock the Block Street party in Madison Square

Submitted 06-10-2014 under NEWS

The fourth annual Rock the Block street party will feature local artists, food vendors, musicians, children's activities and a BBQ cook off competition.

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Register for Summer "simmer" camps at the Downtown Market

Submitted 06-10-2014 under NEWS

The Downtown Market will host food themed summer camps for kids. Registration deadline is June 17.

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