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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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Vendor Spotlight: Taylor Bultema

Submitted 07-09-2014 under NONPROFITS

A spectrum of expressive colors bleed into one another, varying in tone and vibrancy. Find out more about these abstract compositions, an interdisciplinary art education, and what’s playing on Taylor’s iPod

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Local campaign seeks to ban use of wild animals in entertainment

Submitted 07-08-2014 under NEWS

Jon Dunn and Kolene Allen are petitioning Grand Rapids and Walker city governments to disallow use of wild animals in circuses and traveling shows.

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Movies in the Park to screen Dreamgirls

Submitted 07-08-2014 under NEWS

Dreamgirls sets the sixties theme movie for the night at Ah-Nab-Awen Park along with The Rapidian Story Matters team, who will be on site to capture individual stories.

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GRAM on the Green to rock terrace Thursday nights

Submitted 07-08-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

The Grand Rapids Art Museum will celebrate with free music, zumba and games for a family friendly atmosphere.

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What's on Tap: July 3-9

Submitted 07-03-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Celebrate your independence with an ice cold pour from your favorite local brewpub.

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Pet ownership limit law proposes wrong answer

Submitted 07-03-2014 under OPINION

Grand Rapids would be better served to pass a comprehensive set of animal care and control regulations that would give animal control officers and law enforcement the tools necessary to appropriately prosecute those that fail to provide proper care for the animals in their possession.

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