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Catalyst Radio: The Geek Group opens its doors with new makerspace facility

Submitted 05-05-2014 under NEWS

Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure.   INTERVIEW In this episode of Catalyst Radio we feature a nonprofit that just opened its doors in February – The Geek Group. The Geek Group provides access...

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TEDxGrandRapids to be held at Grand Rapids Civic Theater

Submitted 05-05-2014 under NEWS

On May 7, TEDxGrandRapids will celebrate its fifth year of sharing innovative talks through a conference of 15 diverse presentations. Held at the Grand Rapids Civic Theater, speakers from a range of backgrounds including entrepreneurs, designers,...

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Local heroes to be honored at annual Hometown Heroes Celebration

Submitted 04-30-2014 under NEWS

The American Red Cross' official mission is to "prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors." But what most people don't realize is just how...

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Wealthy Theatre to host final Trip the Light performance

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NEWS

On Saturday, May 10 at 8 p.m. Founders Brewing Company will present Trip the Light, a Dance in the Annex (DITA) production, this year titled "Kiss the Sky." This marks the fifth and final year of Trip the Light. "We have had such...

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Granola Goddess to open shop on Plainfield

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NEWS

After looking for the past two years for her own space, Molly Dawson has finally found a home for Daily De-lish, her artisanal granola and cookie operation. Up until recently she had been baking out of Suburba, an Ada culinary hotspot. But as her...

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Townsend receives generous assistance following Rapidian article

Submitted 04-29-2014 under NEWS

Due to the generosity of two annonymous individuals and Courtesy Chrysler Jeep Dodge after an article about his work with Ransom Towers residents was published on The Rapidian, Johnny Townsend's operation is up and running again. And that, for...

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WMEAC honors Mayor Heartwell with first Environmental Legacy Award

Submitted 04-28-2014 under NEWS

The West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC) hosted their Second Annual Earth Day Celebration on Wednesday, April 23 at the Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. The event brought together environmental advocates, community leaders...

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Canada based boutique opens second U.S. store in Grand Rapids

Submitted 04-22-2014 under NEWS

A new women’s clothing store called Lolë Grand Rapids has opened up in The Gaslight Village in East Grand Rapids. Lolë, which stands for Live Out Loud Everyday, is a company based in Montreal and now has their second U.S. location in Grand...

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Neighbors prepare to clean up Westside, Heartside

Submitted 04-22-2014 under NEWS

On Saturday, April 26, residents are encouraged to get out and help clean up the sidewalks and streets. This year two locations are available to choose from. Westside Volunteers for the Westside Community Cleanup will organize at St. Mary's...

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OKT Urban Forester reveals secrets to eating from city's bounty

Submitted 04-22-2014 under NEWS

As soon as Laura Casaletto planted popcorn seeds in the backyard of her family's urban home, her love for natural foods was born. Despite her efforts, she was awarded a crumby crop of corn- but the passion stuck. Now, Laura enjoys scouring the...

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