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Serenity Boutique showcases distinctive summer trends

Submitted 07-14-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Entering their second year at the MoDiv, Serenity Boutique continues to offer a large selection of accessories.

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Catalyst Radio: The University Wits highlights local works, with "In A Single Bound" beginning Thurs.

Submitted 07-14-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

The University Wits is a group of former Grand Valley State University theatre students who primarily focus on original works.

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Grandwich 2014 sampled: pretzel-bun-with-pork theme emerges in day four

Submitted 07-13-2014 under OPINION

The final tasting session ends with several messy sandwiches, with a few solid selections but overall a bit disappointing compared to Thursday’s fare.

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Grandwich 2014 sampled: day three brings quality, high marks, few disappointments

Submitted 07-12-2014 under OPINION

The third day of tasting all of the Grandwiches in one week had us discovering a high favorite, and a favorite day of options overall.

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Relief is underway for Grand Rapids roads, but there are some mixed feelings

Submitted 07-11-2014 under NEWS

Grand Rapids roads are under construction, Josh Leffingwell explains how the State can fund local projects better.

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Story Matters: Grand Rapids community leaders remember Peter Wege

Submitted 07-10-2014 under NONPROFITS

We recall the stories of Peter Wege: his impact, his approach, his expansive generosity and ability to bring us together in the ways he lived his life and shared his gifts.

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Grandwich 2014 sampled: Next eight sandwiches range excellent to big disappointments

Submitted 07-10-2014 under OPINION

We start the second round of tastings with a few favorites, but also end up with some seriously lackluster sandwiches.

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What's on Tap: July 10-16

Submitted 07-10-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Soak in summer with pours from your favorite local brewers.

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Gilmore Collection response to liquor license ruling lacks sincerity

Submitted 07-10-2014 under OPINION

The B.O.B.'s actions since the recent death of Kevin O'Brian and the two before him comes off as a cold disregard for survivors of loved ones lost.

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Grandwich 2014 sampled: First seven sandwiches swing strongly towards sweet or salty

Submitted 07-09-2014 under OPINION

We are out to try 33 Grandwich competitors in the first week. Our first day of tastings found some edits that could still be done to many of the competitors to make them a great sandwich, with one clear winner rising to the top.

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