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YouthBuild provides local youth with tools for success

Submitted 07-24-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Local YouthBuild graduate, Dashaun Kirby, talks about the program and his plans for the future.

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Michael Moore to speak at Fountain Street Church

Submitted 07-24-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Award winning documentarian Michael Moore will be coming to the Fountain Street Church to talk about his new book "Here Comes Trouble" as part of the Grand Rapids Public Library's GR Reads series.

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Tonja's story: former adult learner graduates college with awards

Submitted 07-19-2012 under NONPROFITS

Tonja shared her story after successfully moving on to receive a college education after participating in the program.

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Meet your local elected official, Kent County Commissioner Jim Talen

Submitted 07-18-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Local Kent County Commissioner talks about about the redistricting of Kent County, campaigning, his reasons for running for office and the funds needed to do so.

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Safety officials see increase in fireworks-related fires

Submitted 07-17-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Deputy Fire Chief Jerry Salatka and Captain Peter McWatters advise on the dangers of fireworks and ignition sources in drought-like conditions.

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Grand Rapids Water Systems Administration building gets solar panel array

Submitted 07-14-2012 under NEWS

The new system will power the building and is expected to pay for itself within eight years.

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Priority Health of Michigan awarded accreditation for excellence

Submitted 07-11-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Priority Health of Michigan continuously awarded "Excellent" rating by National Committee for Quality Assurance.

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Heartside Artists featured at Dominican Center Gallery

Submitted 07-06-2012 under NONPROFITS

Dominican Center at Marywood exhibits Heartside Artists during the month of July.

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Radix Tavern to focus on more than food

Submitted 07-03-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Radix Tavern, a new restaurant that will specialize in traditional Southern style cooking, will open in Eastown on the site of the former Queen’s Pub. The owner and executive chef plan on bringing both quality food and local sourcing into light.

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Mayor Heartwell hosts July edition of live call-in show Monday Night

Submitted 07-02-2012 under NEWS

Got a question for Mayor Heartwell? The first Monday of every month is your opportunity to interact with Grand Rapids' most prominent elected official.

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