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Local chef to open osteria in renovated Kendall building
Chef Christopher Perkey and business partner Brittanie Bonham are preparing to launch a new Italian themed restaurant in the heart of downtown.
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Local Photographer puts international spotlight on Grand Rapidian
Local photographer Steph Harding has won an international photography contest for her image of a local business owner.
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Red cedar sprouts from middle of Child Discovery Center parking lot
In the middle of the night, a tree was planted in the middle of a parking lot. The Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center used guerrilla tactic to spark conversation about projected greenspace.
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Neighborhood taqueria to join Wealthy Street
Owner of The Winchester is preparing to open a taqueria across the street in late October or early November.
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Local Epicurean adds chocolate lounge to downtown pasta shop
The Local Epicurean, a pasta shop on Division Avenue featuring handmade goods, is adding an artisanal chocolate shop.
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Local Fishmonger adds oyster bar, chowders, sandwiches to menu
Fish Lads of Grand Rapids is planning to offer a dining menu in addition to fresh and smoked seafood.
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Safety Ambassadors hit downtown streets
Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. is launching their new Safety Ambassador program.
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Tree House Community Garden nestles in to Baxter neighborhood
Matthew Fowler and friends started the Tree House Community Garden in Baxter neighborhood to engage the community.
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Brewery Vivant, Friends of Grand Rapids Parks add to tree canopy
Tree planting at Congress Park contributes to the City’s goal to reach a 40% tree canopy and the East Hills’ Urban Forest Plan.
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Rowster gets makeover
Rowster New American Coffee has a new look. The unveiling took place on Saturday with an open house.
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