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Events planned for Afghan War anniversary

Submitted 10-06-2010 under NEWS

This week marks the nine-year anniversary of the United States' occupation of Afghanistan.  A group of concerned citizens called Grand Rapids for Justice and Peace in Afghanistan has a series of events planned to commemorate the anniversary as...

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Artist Maya Lin lectures about past and current work to a packed crowd at the GRAM

Submitted 10-02-2010 under NEWS

A couple hundred tushes warmed 275 seats, plastic and winged, to receive Maya Lin this evening at the Grand Rapids Art Museum. The artist is best known nationally for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC. In Grand Rapids, "Ecliptic"...

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UPDATE: Some answered questions regarding Tuesday night altercation

Submitted 09-30-2010 under NEWS

Some questions answered regarding Tuesday night’s altercation courtesy of Sgt. Chris Postma of the Grand Rapids Police Department’s Major Case Team. According to Sgt. Postma, an argument culminated in a physical altercation between two men who knew...

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Late night altercation leaves unanswered questions

Submitted 09-28-2010 under NEWS

A few questions remain in the aftermath of a late night altercation tonight in Heartside. The incident, which occurred sometime between 10 and 11pm, resulted in a pool of blood and an abandoned wheelchair outside of the Martineau Lofts and (106),...

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Semi-truck rollover closes expressway

Submitted 09-26-2010 under NEWS

I-196 westbound through Grand Rapids was closed for several hours on Sunday night while authorities worked to clear an overturned semi-truck. The truck was travelling at an excessive rate of speed while exiting US-131 southbound onto I-196 west when...

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Grand Rapids leads state in medical marijuana legislation

Submitted 09-15-2010 under NEWS

The Grand Rapids City Commission voted unanimously this evening to pass two ordinances pertaining to caregivers who grow and distribute medical marijuana in their homes. According to an official memorandum authored by Planning Director Suzanne...

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"Freaky Fast Sandwiches" more like "Freaky Low Wages," one area-group says

Submitted 09-08-2010 under NEWS

The Jimmy John’s sandwich chain is known for their “Freaky Fast Sandwiches,” witty signs, and primarily college-age staff.  Poor labor practices is something that they are not well known for.  However, the Industrial Workers of the World...

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$3 million renovation of Fulton Street Farmers Market unveiled

Submitted 09-03-2010 under NEWS

For over 80 years the Fulton Street Farmers Market has brought locally grown produce and homemade items to the heart of Grand Rapids. Last Tuesday the association unveiled an estimated $3 million renovation of the market that will improve vendor...

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WMEAC and Local Partners Light the Way for Recycling CFLs

Submitted 08-26-2010 under NEWS

The West Michigan Environmental Action Council is continuing the community education initiative it began earlier this year with Project Light Change. Recycling compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) is the focus of the latest phase of the project. “...

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100th Wednesday Evening Bike Ride approaching, Daniel Koert steps down as ride leader

Submitted 08-14-2010 under NEWS

Next Wednesday on August 18 is the 100th Wednesday Evening Ride. For two years, the Wednesday Evening Bike Ride has happened at 9 p.m. every Wednesday. Bicyclists meet at the Calvin College Art Gallery parking lot (Division between Cherry and Oakes...

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