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Harmony Brewing Company sets sights on former Little Mexico building

Submitted 01-07-2014 under NEWS

Negotiations over the purchase of the 401 Stocking Avenue building that once housed Little Mexico are underway between the current owners and Bear Manor Properties. If all goes according to schedule, the sale is projected to be finalized by the end...

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Bicycle boot camp offers fitness classes for bike enthusiasts

Submitted 01-07-2014 under NEWS

On January 7 at 7 p.m. Central District Cyclery will begin its first of 12 fitness sessions aimed at improving bicycle performance by strengthening one's core and improving range of motion. This is the second year that Central District Cyclery...

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Drop off your Christmas tree for free

Submitted 01-07-2014 under NEWS

The City of Grand Rapids Public Services Department is again offering free Christmas tree recycling during this holiday season. Christmas tree recycling will be available free of charge at the following park locations for drop-off: Riverside Park...

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Mayor braves "polar vortex" to answer citizen concerns

Submitted 01-06-2014 under NEWS

Every month, the mayor is open to all questions sent in during his live on-air show "City Connection."  This month, the mayor braved sub-zero temps and white-outs to continue the tradition. He answered questions like those posed by Chelsie Wyse...

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Propaganda Doughnuts opens for business

Submitted 12-30-2013 under NEWS

With an agrarian upbringing based on old world traditions, Tory O’Haire- also known as the Starving Artist- is bringing the classic French patisserie to Grand Rapids with Propaganda Doughnuts,117 S. Division. The shop’s soft opening...

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Pussycat Beer Guild represents women who like beer

Submitted 12-30-2013 under NEWS

On January 7 the Pussycat Beer Guild will host a social that's open to the public. The group will meet at 6 p.m. at Rockford Brewing Company. Anyone is welcome to join. This is the first such social of the new year and is part of a new bi-...

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GVSU signs lease at Downtown Market

Submitted 12-23-2013 under NEWS

Grand Rapids Downtown Market, an all-new destination for local food innovation, education and experimentation, announced that Grand Valley State University has signed on to lease space from the Market. Grand Valley faculty and students working...

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Frederik Meijer Gardens continues annual holiday tradition

Submitted 12-23-2013 under NEWS

On December 23, 26-28 and 30, Frederik Meijer Gardens will be extending its hours until 9 p.m. Currently on display are over 40 Christmas trees strung in lights and decorated in various ornamentation that reflect cultures worldwide. The display...

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Catalyst Radio: Well House 19:1 fundraiser goes through end of year, plus concert Jan. 16

Submitted 12-20-2013 under NEWS

Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure.   INTERVIEW The ‘housing first’ organization Well House is in the midst of a campaign called 19:1, bringing attention to the housing disparity in Kent...

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Local kombucha brewer stocks shelves in GR

Submitted 12-17-2013 under NEWS

It's no secret that the burgeoning culinary scene in Grand Rapids is paving the way for all sorts of new startups, restaurants and hobbyists turned entrepreneurs. With new restaurants popping up around town such as Donkey and Osteria Rossa,...

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