Metro

There goes the fear

Submitted 10-08-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS

It is time to let go of designing out of fear, and start embracing community spaces that create opportunity for expression, creativity and growth- for all.

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Story Matters: Joel Veldheer describes downtown buildings years ago

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Joel Veldheer talks about how he's seen downtown buildings develop from pigeon-infested empty buildings to what they are today, and what he sees making downtown so appealing today.

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Story Matters: Jenna Morton shares experience working downtown

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Jenna Morton once thought she wanted to move to Chicago. But the more she explores and works in downtown Grand Rapids, the more she wants to be involved in the community.

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Story Matters: Ben Darcie serves as Brewery Vivant's monk at Wood-Aged Beer Festival

Submitted 10-08-2013 under NONPROFITS

Ben Darcie talks about his responsibilities as the monk, what's different about a Belgian-style beer and the craft brew market in West Michigan.

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Story Matters: Kelley Howley stays in Grand Rapids, starts business

Submitted 10-07-2013 under NONPROFITS

Kelley Howley moved here for school at Grand Valley State University, but stayed to start a business and now says Grand Rapids is home.

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City officials take voluntary pay cuts

Submitted 10-07-2013 under NEWS

The City of Grand Rapids quarterly Transformation Update reveals a variety of ways local government has cut costs.

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Mayor to answers citizen questions on City Connection

Submitted 10-07-2013 under NEWS

Got a question for Mayor Heartwell? Ask it tonight! Every month, local citizens have an opportunity to interact with Grand Rapid's most prominent elected official.

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