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Catalyst Radio: A look at spring happenings in Ottawa Hills and the West Grand Neighborhood Organization

Submitted 05-04-2018 under NONPROFITS

In this episode of Catalyst Radio, Rapidian Managing Editor Kiran Sood Patel speaks to neighborhood leaders Howard Slenk and Fred Davison from Ottawa Hills and talks with Annette Vandenberg, executive director of the West Grand Neighborhood Organization.

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Lass Laugh Comedy Festival makes its debut this month

Submitted 05-03-2018 under NEWS

Kristin Hirsch thought up the idea of Lass Laugh, and Amy Gascon believed in this vision and wanted to help bring it to light. The community for Lass Laugh started building long before opening night.

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Artist feature from UICA: Zachary Trebellas

Submitted 05-01-2018 under NONPROFITS

Learn more about performing artist Zachary Trebellas in this feature from UICA.

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Thinking outside the ballot box

Submitted 05-01-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

In my current 18 years, I have had elections that have come down to one vote. One vote! So, it does matter says Stephanie McMillen, Grand Rapids Interim City Clerk.

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ACT Apprentice Antwaine: Animated Art

Submitted 05-01-2018 under NONPROFITS

ACT Apprentice Antwaine shares his love for animation.

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Ethics and Religion Talk: Guns, violence and pacifism, Part 1

Submitted 04-30-2018 under OPINION

This week, we invite R. Scot Miller, an ordained minister of outreach and education at Common Spirit Church of the Brethren in Grand Rapids, to share a long-form essay on the topic of guns, violence, and pacifism.

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West Michigan Woman announces 2018 Brilliance Award winners

Submitted 04-30-2018 under NEWS

The West Michigan Woman Brilliance Awards honored 30 finalists and 10 winners at their second-annual event held at the Amway Grand Plaza. Hundreds attended to cheer on those who have made remarkable contributions to our community—especially with regard to women's empowerment.

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In Season: April 27, 2018

Submitted 04-28-2018 under NONPROFITS

The sun is shining this morning + we have over 30 vendors here our LAST DAY of our Winter Market (before the kickoff of our Main Market Season)! There are so many new, Spring veggies, flowers, + gardening transplants and products available, just waiting for you to take home!

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ACT Apprentice Allan: Quantity and Quality

Submitted 04-25-2018 under NONPROFITS

ACT Apprentice Allan shares his impressive cartoon collection.

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Local immigrant rights groups hold press conference over ICE detentions

Submitted 04-25-2018 under NEWS

Cosecha GR and GR Rapid Response to ICE cohost a press conference decrying recent arrests by ICE in the Grand Rapids area and urged community members to attend a march on May 1, 2018.

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