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WMI kicks it at the Pickwick with Eric Kehoe

Submitted 02-18-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

In this episode, WMI editor James Quatrine and contributor Scott Rider met up at the Pickwick Tavern with singer/songwriter Eric Kehoe. We talk about his self-titled debut solo CD, his time in the Peace Corps, and hockey.   Podcast includes...

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Eastown Community Association hosts pancake breakfast

Submitted 02-14-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The smell of sausage, maple syrup and warm pancakes rose as cold air swirled outside. The sound of friendly chatter was met with warm smiles. On Saturday, Feb. 9, the Eastown Community Association (ECA) hosted its annual meeting and pancake...

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Story Cafe to include free samples, live music, storytelling in grand opening

Submitted 02-12-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Story Cafe, a new coffee shop and community center in town, will hold its Grand Opening on Saturday, February 16. The celebration will include free samples throughout the day, live music and storytelling. Since its soft opening, the cafe has...

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Connie's Cakes opens Eastown location

Submitted 02-07-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Miniature cupcakes lined platters in shades of pink, cream, and mocha. Chocolate, vanilla, raspberry and caramel delighted the taste buds of the crowds gathered for the grand opening of Connie’s Cakes in its new Eastown location. Although...

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Griffins, Sled Wings meet Feb. 12 for 8th annual sled hockey game

Submitted 02-07-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Grand Rapids Griffins currently sit atop the Midwest Division of the American Hockey League. But on Tuesday, Feb. 12, the Griffins will have a hard time sitting upright on the ice. On Tuesday night, the Griffins and the Grand Rapids Sled Wings,...

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West Michigan Indie goes country with Kris Hitchcock

Submitted 02-05-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

In this episode, contributor Christine Gribble and I hung out with country music artist and songwriter Kris Hitchcock of the band Kris Hitchcock and Small Town Son at The Back Forty Saloon in downtown Grand Rapids.   We talked about his new CD...

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Local First celebrates a vibrant business community

Submitted 01-30-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Exposed, raw wooden ceilings stretched out wide, restored wooden floors with the character of an old familiar face, a raised pond of Koi fish varying in brilliant orange hues. Stepping through the double doors of the Goei Center, warm earth tones,...

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Grand Rapids Public Library offers support for entrepreneurs

Submitted 01-29-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Ahhhh, to be your own boss. For many people- whether they’re working for someone else or are currently out of the work force- the thought of being their own boss is the stuff of dreams. But for some who might think that having a good idea is a...

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West Michigan Indie gets the blues with Asamu Johnson

Submitted 01-25-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

In this episdode, contributor Gordy Mouw and I got to hang out with Grand Rapids native and authentic Blues-Man, Asamu Johnson, at Billy’s Lounge in Eastown.   We talked about his latest CD ‘Got To Go’, heard some stories from...

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Grand Rapids' first gaming and comic arts convention

Submitted 01-22-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids is now the hotspot for the first fully developed gaming and comic book convention. Brian W. Lenz and Marc Specter are two passionate fans who are working together to hold the first annual GrandCon 2013. GrandCon 2013 will be held...

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