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Step-Up Youth Productions provides outlet for creativity, physical activity

Submitted 02-25-2016 under NONPROFITS

Through the modalities of dance, performance, and production, Step-Up Youth Productions teaches kids team-building and other life-long skills

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Marching band documentary screening to support students in Grand Rapids

Submitted 02-23-2016 under NEWS

Kent County Commissioners are working to raise awareness of the music programs at Grand Rapids Pubic Schools by raising money for the Grand Rapids Student Advancement Foundation.

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Heritage Hill Neighborhood to lose protection of historic property if bills pass in Lansing

Submitted 02-23-2016 under PLACE-MATTERS

Companion bills proposed in the Michigan State Senate and House of Representatives will jeopardize historic properties and districts like Heritage Hill if it is not stopped.

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Vox Vidorra, Lady Ace Boogie win big at Jammies

Submitted 02-20-2016 under NEWS

The 17th annual Jammie Awards continued its tradition of local music and community, awarding 20 of West Michigan's best artists.

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Catalyst Radio: music & activism, ft. Fable the Poet & Lady Ace Boogie

Submitted 02-19-2016 under LOCAL LIFE

It's WYCE Jammie Awards Day and host Katie Gordon speaks with two of the Big Night's performers - Lady Ace Boogie and Fable the Poet - on the inspiration for their music and community activism.

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Corner Record Shop defies digital revolution

Submitted 02-19-2016 under LOCAL LIFE

Most businesses desperately try to stay ahead of the curve. Corner Record Shop in Grandville has found success by doing the opposite.

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Warm Up While You Wait At These 3 Local Businesses

Submitted 02-19-2016 under NONPROFITS

Hot Tips From The Rapid To Beat The Cold

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Ferris Coffee & Nut barista competes in USCC Brewer's Cup qualifier

Submitted 02-18-2016 under NEWS

Head barista Dan Shoup successfully prepared coffees to present to three judges to earn a spot at the U.S.Coffee Championship in April.

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Alligator wrestling act in town this week shows urgent need for ordinance

Submitted 02-18-2016 under OPINION

Can we truly consider alligator wrestling a "traveling educational exhibit?" This week, the act is on display at the Grand Rapids Boat Show

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Professional development for local artists returns with full day event

Submitted 02-16-2016 under NONPROFITS

From building new communities through technology to inspiring social change through art, artists are shaping Grand Rapids and challenging how the community views art.

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