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Struggling young talent discovers herself in Adult World

Submitted 03-19-2014 under OPINION

Now showing at the UICA, Adult World follows a young hopeful poet trying to find her place in the real world.

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Les Miserables continues to draw crowds at Civic Theatre

Submitted 03-18-2014 under OPINION

The broadway musical Les Miserables performed at Grand Rapids Civic Theatre puts on a show of epic proportions.

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Fashion event to showcase local designers, benefit local charity

Submitted 03-11-2014 under OPINION

Kendall students will create an unforgettable night of extravagant fashion this month.

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Reshaping perspectives: The Rocket takes on culture in a new way

Submitted 03-05-2014 under OPINION

"The Rocket" is a story of youth, culture, tradition, and community in Laos, featuring confident performances and brilliant wilderness settings.

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The Paczki Report: Local paczki go head to head

Submitted 03-03-2014 under OPINION

Six local Rapidians gathered to compare six different Paczki: everything from Meijer to a homemade version to Bartz Bakery in the Detroit area. They rated and compared their results here.

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Kingma's Market goes up for sale

Submitted 02-25-2014 under OPINION

Will the Northeast side lose a grocery gem?

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Running because of fear: when the internal struggle is based on the external

Submitted 02-24-2014 under OPINION

I nearly ran myself to death because of an overwhelming desire to be accepted. I don't want others to experience a similar fate.

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You don't know what you don't know: A trip to Jonny B'z Dogs and More

Submitted 02-24-2014 under OPINION

More than just a favorite hot dog joint, I recently discovered that Jonny B'z on Wealthy Street also serves brisket and pastrami, made in-house.

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Further questions on Grand Rapids standard of living

Submitted 01-28-2014 under OPINION

Asking more in-depth questions about the standard of living of Grand Rapidians, the poll is geared to create a picture of the Rapidian standard of living levels.

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Hope Simington rocks her kindness

Submitted 01-16-2014 under OPINION

Kindness: the quality of being friendly, generous and considerate.

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