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Celebrate our community's unsung heroes

Submitted 02-22-2013 under NONPROFITS

Family Futures seeks nominees for 25th Annual Service to Children Awards

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Catalyst Radio: Sustainable Streets Task Force charged with finding solutions for GR

Submitted 02-22-2013 under NEWS

With Grand Rapids’ streets deteriorating rapidly, the Sustainable Streets Task Force reports to the city commission on the severity of the condition and on possible funding approaches.

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Harbor Life Church works to provide food for low income families in new way

Submitted 02-22-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

One year after opening, a local church provides food for families in need through the unique Hand2Hand program.

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Chair Yoga beginning in March at Dominican Center at Marywood

Submitted 02-21-2013 under NONPROFITS

Are you interested in yoga, but would like a gentle class to begin? Then Chair Yoga is for you.

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Kolene Allen veganizes GR, vies for award

Submitted 02-19-2013 under NEWS

Kolene Allen, local Grand Rapids environment supporter, talks about being vegan and protecting the environment. Her efforts have garnered her recognition as a future leader at the Women and the Environment Symposium.

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Kent Regional 4C works with community to improve literacy for children

Submitted 02-18-2013 under NONPROFITS

Megan Martin helps oversee training, classes, and a conference for childcare providers

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Farmer-owned restaurant offers bold brews, homegrown meals to support food bank

Submitted 02-15-2013 under NONPROFITS

From Feb. 18-Mar. 2, those who eat a meal at Trillium Haven can send four meals to someone in need.

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Great futures start here: Exceptional Grand Rapids teen wins Youth of the Year honor

Submitted 02-15-2013 under NONPROFITS

Daniel Vargas wins Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids Youth of the Year title. He will now vie for State title and scholarship from BGCA.

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Story Cafe to include free samples, live music, storytelling in grand opening

Submitted 02-12-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Billy and Marcia Angel of Story Cafe bring local pastries and Playback Theatre to the northwest side of Grand Rapids. Their Grand Opening is set for Saturday, Feb. 16.

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Catalyst Radio: One Billion Rising Valentine's Day dance party to celebrate women, rise up against violence

Submitted 02-08-2013 under NEWS

Grand Rapids is joining in the global One Billion Rising event, to celebrate, unite and rise up in solidarity, with the local event taking place at Eastern Hall

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