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A look back at Festival of the Arts' first 50 years

Submitted 06-05-2019 under NEWS

Fifty years ago downtown Grand Rapids was in the midst of urban renewal. In June 1969, in front of the new Grand Rapids City Hall, a massive work of abstract sculpture by American artist Alexander Calder titled “La Grande Vitesse” was...

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City Connection - Mayor and Becky Jo Glover from city Office of Customer Service discuss 311, city website, outreach efforts

Submitted 06-03-2019 under NEWS

City Connection: 311 Grand Rapids Today we welcome into the studio Becky Jo Glover from the Office of Customer Service and Innovation for the The City of Grand Rapids. We'll learn about efforts to help citizens better connect with city government,...

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Sierra Club's "Growing Green" movement hosts 2nd annual Organic Lawn Workshop

Submitted 05-14-2019 under NEWS

Biochar. Milorganite. Ringer Lawn Restore. Grand Rapids yard enthusiasts got an earful about how to green up their yards without using synthetic chemical fertilizers at the second annual Organic Lawn Workshop at Mayfair Church on Monday, May 13....

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Voting in your jammies

Submitted 05-10-2019 under NEWS

When it comes to voting rights, Michigan was hurtled into the 21st century during the 2018 midterm elections. Proposal 3, a package of voting reforms designed to modernize our voting systems, decisively passed (67% to 33%) which gave Michiganders a...

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City Connection - Communication Strategies with Doug Matthews and Amy Snow-Buckner

Submitted 05-06-2019 under NEWS

Every month, Mayor Bliss or a representative from the city will be open to all questions sent in during or in anticipation of her live on-air show "City Connection." The mayor will respond to citizen questions submitted by calling in,...

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Westside Outside promises to continue the legacy of the Annual Westside Cleanup

Submitted 04-09-2019 under NEWS

Every year it feels like it’s been the longest winter in West Michigan. The polar vortex gave us even more reasons to be excited about nicer weather soon. Calendars are getting filled with outdoors activities and festivals. Grand Rapids...

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City Connection - Business Development with AJ Hills

Submitted 04-01-2019 under NEWS

Every month, Mayor Bliss or a representative from the city will be open to all questions sent in during or in anticipation of her live on-air show "City Connection." The mayor will respond to citizen questions submitted by calling in, emailing...

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Ottawa Hills: From Pig Farm to Thriving Neighborhood

Submitted 03-27-2019 under NEWS

On Thursday, April 11, 2019, Fred Davison will present the story of the beginnings, development, and struggles of the Ottawa Hills Neighborhood; see the varied and beautiful architecture of the houses, meet the prominent citizens who have added to...

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City Connection - Transit Issues with Andrew Johnson

Submitted 03-04-2019 under NEWS

Every month, Mayor Bliss or a representative from the city will be open to all questions sent in during or in anticipation of her live on-air show "City Connection." The mayor will respond to citizen questions submitted by calling in, emailing...

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Local school leaders say MSU study shows need for state funding reform

Submitted 02-14-2019 under NEWS

  By Erin Albanese, School News Network In light of a new report on Michigan school finances, Kent County area superintendents say there’s no doubt more equitable school funding is needed. Findings show Michigan is dead last among...

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