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City, health officials show up to talk Westside cancer concerns to sparse resident attendance

Submitted 07-20-2018 under NEWS

Alicynne Glazier, the public health epidemiologist newly hired by the Kent County Health Department, still gave her presentation to both groups, explaining the process and guidelines the KCHD follows for addressing concerns at the July 19, 2018 meeting at Servants Community Church.

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In Season: July 20, 2018

Submitted 07-20-2018 under NONPROFITS

The much needed rain has passed + it's a wonderfully refreshing morning at the Market! Come see what's in season (it's PEAK season!) + start off your Friday supporting your hardworking, Michigan entrepreneurs, farmers, and artisans!

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Join the Community Media Center for an Open House this Saturday

Submitted 07-18-2018 under NEWS

Grand Rapids Community Media Center will host an Open House on July 21 to give community members a chance to dive into our storytelling platforms. There will also be a free showing of Coco beginning at 2:30 p.m.

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'Pick for Pantries' returns for blueberry season

Submitted 07-17-2018 under NONPROFITS

Donation program gets fresh-picked produce to those in need, supporting local farms and food pantries.

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Negotiations for white space: Quest to enact robust human rights ordinance in Grand Rapids

Submitted 07-17-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

To gain true equality in Grand Rapids a new municipal vision of belonging must be imagined. A belonging that allows black and brown bodies to speak into the formation and reconfiguration of policies that actually protect them from illegal discrimination.

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'Art belongs to everyone': Interview with local artist Debra Dieppa

Submitted 07-16-2018 under NONPROFITS

An exhibition of Debra Dieppa’s recent work is now on display in the West Lobby at the Wealthy Street Theatre. Dieppa will be showcasing her art in the West Lobby during the Comunity Media Center's Open House this Saturday, July 21, 2018 and will be available to answer questions about her work.

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Ethics and Religion Talk: Psychological counseling vs. spiritual counseling

Submitted 07-16-2018 under OPINION

A reader asks, A past column addressed the question of clergy engaging in psychological counseling, and the panel was in agreement that clergy may offer spiritual or pastoral counseling, but should not offer psychological therapy unless they are specifically trained and licensed.

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Catalyst Radio: Interview with Movimiento Cosecha GR about Kent County's contract with ICE

Submitted 07-13-2018 under NONPROFITS

Host Jessica Young speaks with Jose Jimenez and Sergio Cira from Movimiento Cosecha GR, a peaceful movement that is fighting for dignity, respect, and permanent protection for immigrants in the United States.

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In Season: July 13, 2018

Submitted 07-13-2018 under NONPROFITS

Happy Friday! Get ready for the weekend with a trip to the Market + shopping outside! The sun is shining, we have Do Your Wurst to serve you food to fuel you through the morning, and a great variety of Michigan vendors!

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Rare Corpse Flower set to bloom at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Submitted 07-10-2018 under NONPROFITS

Rare Amorphophallus titanum has been 18 years in the making.

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