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Cub reporters visit Big Sid's Cat Sanctuary

Submitted 03-18-2013 under NONPROFITS

The Cub Reporters Press Club visited Big Sid's Sanctuary and got the chance to work on their interviewing skills, learn about an animal outreach organization, and play with cats.

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Bartertown builds success on vegan offerings, local food, cooperative management

Submitted 03-18-2013 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Bartertown Diner's collective management style and advocacy of vegan and vegetarian cuisine provides an interesting look at the restaurant business.

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Possible arrival of Trader Joe's, Whole Foods sparks ongoing discussion

Submitted 03-14-2013 under NEWS

Owners of two Grand Rapids markets offer their views on Trader Joe's and Whole Foods, and what our community and local businesses need to thrive.

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Urban Herd fights hunger

Submitted 03-13-2013 under NONPROFITS

On Monday, March 11, Gazelle Sports and Trillium Haven held a 5K to raise money for Feeding America West Michigan.

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Amore treats local food group to expansive tasting menu

Submitted 03-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The EatGR group visited Amore Trattoria Italiana and was treated to a wide variety of examples of their award-winning Italian fare.

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National Book Award winner Jaimy Gordon to visit Aquinas College

Submitted 03-12-2013 under NONPROFITS

Aquinas College Contemporary Writers Series welcomes National Book Award Winner Jaimy Gordon to campus on Thursday, March 14 at 7:30 p.m.

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Free program looks at life of Progressive Era activist: Educator Josephine Ahnefeldt Goss

Submitted 03-11-2013 under NONPROFITS

This local activist was on the forefront of numerous significant community contributions after she arrived in Grand Rapids in 1887.

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WMI gets real with Stepdad

Submitted 03-11-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

WMI gets down to the bottom of things with Stepdad

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Local beer expert Ben Darcie celebrates Michigan beer community

Submitted 03-11-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids beer enthusiast, reviewer, and representative talks about his experience within the local beer culture.

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Re-envisioning the Avenue: new membership requirements signify more cohesive era.

Submitted 03-10-2013 under NONPROFITS

“It's an indication that the Avenue is growing and developing into a legitimate organization of talented, motivated artists who want to share what they do," says Amanda Carmer of Craft House gallery.

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