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Founders sells out morning filled with music, beer, breakfast

Submitted 11-10-2014 under OPINION

Grand Rapidians’ love of breakfast and beer was showcased this weekend at Founders' 7th annual Breakfast Stout Breakfast event.

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Story Matters: Sandra Diaz recalls how she first became involved at Cook Arts Center

Submitted 11-07-2014 under NONPROFITS

Sandra Diaz explains how she felt when she first came to the USA and how she began volunteering at the Cook Arts Center.

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Story Matters: Noemi Gonzales reveals what she would change if governor

Submitted 11-06-2014 under NONPROFITS

Noemi Gonzales talks about her love of politics and what she would do if governor.

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Downtown day camp provides kids opportunity to shape our city

Submitted 11-05-2014 under VOICES

A new urban-focused day camp offers children an opportunity to learn about downtown Grand Rapids and provide input into its growth and development.

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"House," ArtPrize Top 20 finalist, on display at Frederik Meijer Gardens until Jan. 4

Submitted 10-20-2014 under OPINION

Osman Kahn's "House," an Artprize entry in the 3-D category and Top 20 finalist, will remain on display at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park until January 4, 2015.

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Talking about mental illness

Submitted 10-20-2014 under OPINION

Raising awareness for mental illness starts in our community and our own homes

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Lead poisoning prevention as economic development

Submitted 10-17-2014 under NONPROFITS

We must remain vigilant about preventing lead poisoning in our community's children. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure - now, and in the future.

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ArtPrize examined from a youth perspective

Submitted 10-14-2014 under NONPROFITS

Youth reporters from the Andy Angelo Press Club visited ArtPrize 2014 and reflect on their experience.

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Calling out the Emperor: Awards and Recognition in Grand Rapids

Submitted 10-13-2014 under OPINION

Are awards the best way to recognize impactful work in our community?

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The Battle Against Global Warming: What's Our Moral Responsibility?

Submitted 10-13-2014 under NONPROFITS

For millions of subsistence farmers in Kenya climate change is not a political debate. It is a reality in which adaptation can mean the difference between life and death. Join us for a conversation about the urgent situation and what our responsibility is as a global church.

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