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Becoming Fit Just Became More Fun!

Submitted 06-26-2014 under NONPROFITS

EnhanceFitness is a nationally recognized physical activity program designed for fit and frail older adults.Come join us at the Open House on July 14, 2014 to find out more!

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GVSU Student Seeks to Raise $39,000 for Kids Over Summer Break

Submitted 06-25-2014 under NONPROFITS

Megan Cloutier launches campaign to raise funds for KIDS HOPE USA, a mentoring organization with 71 programs in Kent County.

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Something for everyone at Dominican Center in July

Submitted 06-24-2014 under NONPROFITS

There is a wide range of evening programs being offered in early July at Dominican Center - something for everyone.

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Ten Principles of Community Policing: Part One

Submitted 06-24-2014 under NONPROFITS

As the newly selected police transitions into his role, CNA outlines the ten principles of community policing.

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Billy Strings & Don Julin - "That Home Far Away"

Submitted 06-24-2014 under NONPROFITS

Songs from the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Eastown to host annual Bizarre Bazaar this Saturday

Submitted 06-24-2014 under NONPROFITS

Eastown will celebrate local art and businesses at their annual Bizarre Bazaar event, which runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. this Saturday on Wealthy Street.

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Story Matters: Stephen Wright says local theatre gives us new perspectives

Submitted 06-23-2014 under NONPROFITS

Stephen Wright's favorite things to do in Grand Rapids are watching theatre, and being a part of the theatre community. He recommends we all go digging to find the great things going on in theatre.

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Story Matters: Downtown events encourage fun in Grand Rapids for Stephanie VanderMolen

Submitted 06-23-2014 under NONPROFITS

Stephanie VanderMolen admits she didn't want to move back to Grand Rapids. But once back, she discovered there was a lot more fun to be discovered now, like the Local First Street Party she attended this month.

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Story Matters: Greg Hopping recalls childhood memories downtown

Submitted 06-23-2014 under NONPROFITS

Greg Hopping is a fan of downtown Grand Rapids. He's been living in the area since he was 7 years old, and in this video he recalls his childhood memories of coming downtown to shop- and tells us what he and his wife love to do when they visit downtown now.

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In Season: June 21, 2014

Submitted 06-21-2014 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.

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