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Founders Fest proves itself supreme Grand Rapids party

Submitted 06-26-2013 under OPINION

Despite a very hot and humid day, Founders Fest draws thousands of people to their sixth annual celebration of beer and music. Highlights included Minneapolis band Roster McCabe and Detroit performers Satori Circus.

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Wynton Marsalis brings diverse jazz showcase to Meijer Gardens

Submitted 06-25-2013 under OPINION

Backed by the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Wynton Marsalis led attendees at Meijer Gardens on a tour through the history of jazz, featuring classics like Thelonious Monk and Duke Ellington.

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Bullied At Home And At School

Submitted 06-25-2013 under NONPROFITS

This article is one in a series discussing bullying issues through artwork and words, through the eyes of a student.

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SWCC students get bullied

Submitted 06-24-2013 under NONPROFITS

This article is one in a series discussing bullying issues through artwork and words, through the eyes of a student.

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UICA to show "Girl Rising" this Tuesday night

Submitted 06-24-2013 under OPINION

UICA will be presenting a special one night showing of "Girl Rising" on Tuesday, June 25.

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The Local Feed: It's berry and cherry season

Submitted 06-21-2013 under OPINION

The Local Feed on WYCE talks about freezing berries and cherries from your garden or farmers market to use year-round.

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Negative Choices

Submitted 06-21-2013 under NONPROFITS

This article is one in a series discussing bullying issues through artwork and words, through the eyes of a student.

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Bullying Can Hurt Children

Submitted 06-20-2013 under NONPROFITS

This article is one in a series discussing bullying issues through artwork and words, through the eyes of a student.

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The wrong crowd to the right crowd: young people work together for positive impact

Submitted 06-20-2013 under NONPROFITS

Young activist Duke Turley works with youth and seeks to provide alternatives to the lifestyles that young people sometimes fall into in Grand Rapids.

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UICA exhibit "Chroma" changes perspectives on color

Submitted 06-19-2013 under OPINION

The UICA’s exhibit ‘Chroma’ engages and interacts with viewers, questioning beliefs and ideas about color.

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