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Glance at the Past - Steam Heat

Submitted 02-20-2013 under NONPROFITS

In 1897 the Edison Electric Company began laying mains in the streets and alleys to furnish steam heat to businesses. Today, steam is still produced and distributed to approximately 130 customers in the downtown area of Grand Rapids.

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Kolene Allen veganizes GR, vies for award

Submitted 02-19-2013 under NEWS

Kolene Allen, local Grand Rapids environment supporter, talks about being vegan and protecting the environment. Her efforts have garnered her recognition as a future leader at the Women and the Environment Symposium.

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GR Beer Week begins Monday

Submitted 02-18-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The city of Grand Rapids prepares for the 2nd Annual celebration of Beer Week from Feb. 18-23.

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Students gain confidence, experience, voice through press club

Submitted 02-18-2013 under NONPROFITS

The Press Club, sponsored by the Grandville Avenue Arts and Humanities News Bureau, has not only grown in number of participants, but has become a catalyst for a positive public youth voice.

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WMI kicks it at the Pickwick with Eric Kehoe

Submitted 02-18-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Singer/songwriter Eric Kehoe hangs out with West Michigan Indie.

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Hannah Georgas - "Somebody"

Submitted 02-15-2013 under NONPROFITS

Songs From the Second Floor is a collection of the ephemeral performances that occur live on the air, in one take, on 88.1 WYCE. This video series is produced by GRTV in collaboration with WYCE and The Rapidian in order to capture and archive these rare moments.

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Farmer-owned restaurant offers bold brews, homegrown meals to support food bank

Submitted 02-15-2013 under NONPROFITS

From Feb. 18-Mar. 2, those who eat a meal at Trillium Haven can send four meals to someone in need.

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Catalyst Radio: Taste of Soul a cultural experience at downtown library

Submitted 02-15-2013 under NEWS

Food and music are just part of the features of GRPL’s event celebrating African American History Month.

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UICA screening 2013 Oscar shorts

Submitted 02-14-2013 under OPINION

The UICA is screening the 2013 Oscar nominees for best live action short, best animated short, and best short documentary

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Damon Fowler returns to Grand Rapids for celebrated Cabin Fever Blues Series

Submitted 02-14-2013 under NONPROFITS

Damon Fowler brings his exciting brand of blues to Grand Rapids.

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