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Bissell newcomer takes first at Grand Cycling Classic

Submitted 07-13-2010 under NEWS

The lengthy gap between Bissell Pro Cycling’s recent signee, 19-year-old Patrick Bevin, and the rest of the peloton had some spectators wondering if he was lagging behind. Not so. The winner of the men’s pro race at the Grand Cycling Classic,...

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[EASTOWN] Rain can't stop first annual Network Neighborhood Bash

Submitted 07-10-2010 under NEWS

A little Saturday morning rain brought nothing but rainbows on Atlas Street as Eastown neighbors and area lesbian-gay-bisexual-trans (LGBT) advocates gathered to celebrate the first annual Network Neighborhood Bash. The bash is a fundraising event...

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Bikestock Dos aimed at more than just cyclists

Submitted 07-01-2010 under NEWS

Bikestock Dos, kicking off at noon July 17 at Rosa Parks Circle, is about much more than just bicycles. Organizer, activist, student and U.S. army veteran Michael Tuffelmire wants to be clear about that. A quick look at the represented businesses...

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Clemente Skate Park fundraising competition draws over 100 skaters

Submitted 06-25-2010 under NEWS

From his early teen years, skate enthusiast Chris Gray dreamt of his ultimate skatepark. Years later, a goal he once thought was never tangible is well on its way to becoming a real life achievement. The Clemente Skatepark Committee held its first...

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WMEAC sheds light on energy efficiency with Project Light Change

Submitted 06-24-2010 under NEWS

Many Grand Rapidians are in the dark when it comes to the use of energy efficient compact flourecent light bulbs (CFLs), but the West Michigan Environmental Action Council looks to “change” that with this summer's Project Light Change initiative....

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Rapid Growth panelists dissect the value of art in Grand Rapids

Submitted 06-17-2010 under NEWS

Photos by Jon Clay  Rapid Growth Media held the fifth monthly segment of its speaker series last night at Wealthy Theatre. The topic of the night was "Good business is the best art."  Panelists included Brian Kelly (owner of Brian Kelly...

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Sidewalk Chalk Flood in downtown Grand Rapids

Submitted 06-15-2010 under NEWS

With Rosa Parks Circle at the center, chalk art spread throughout downtown Grand Rapids during Sunday afternoon's Sidewalk Chalk Flood. Organizer Rob Bliss passed out thousands of pieces of chalk to an estimated 3,000 happy artists who came to lay...

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Newest Community Foundation Grants Total $1.5 Million

Submitted 06-15-2010 under NEWS

This week, Grand Rapids Community Foundation’s Board of Trustees voted to approve $1.5 million in grants. The grants address four areas of need in Kent County including economic growth, health, arts and culture, and the creation of safe and...

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Behind the Scenes: Hard Hat Preview of UICA's New Building

Submitted 06-15-2010 under NEWS

For more than a year there has been much talk and anticipation about the new mixed use building that will be home to the Urban Institute for Contemporary Art (UICA). A recent hardhat tour led by Jeff Meeuwsen, director of the UICA revealed...

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Super Happy Funtime Burlesque going on national tour, fundraise at Electric Cheetah

Submitted 06-14-2010 under NEWS

Super Happy Funtime Burleque is a Grand Rapids based ragtag group of talented performers who bring action and entertainment to the people all around the West Michigan area. Known for pushing the restrictions on stripping, and stepping on the toes of...

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