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Founders Brewing Co. to kick off summer with 11th annual Local First Street Party

Submitted 05-27-2014 under NEWS

Local food, music and entertainment will be featured at the 11th Annual Local First Street Party on Saturday, June 7 outside of Bistro Bella Vita- and The Rapidian's story fort will be there to capture your story.

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"City of churches" to consider legal action against begging

Submitted 05-20-2014 under OPINION

Tonight, the City Commission will be considering an adjustment to city laws that could put great restraints, once again, on panhandling.

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Greener Grads launches cap and gown recycling program

Submitted 05-20-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

A new company committed to sustainability attempts to shift method of graduation gown industry in an eco friendly fashion.

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Metal Art Studio to relocate to East Hills

Submitted 05-20-2014 under NEWS

In two short weeks, Metal Art Studio plans to make the transition from its riverside location on Monroe Avenue to Cherry Street in the vibrant East Hills business district

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Veggie Van increases access, builds community

Submitted 05-14-2014 under NONPROFITS

The YMCA Veggie Van is well known for increasing healthy food access in Grand Rapids. However, this mobile farmers market is doing much more than delivering fresh veggies at a fair price.

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Building place, one person at a time

Submitted 05-13-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Building place doesn't need to start with a dollar.

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New clothing retailer to open on Bridge Street

Submitted 05-13-2014 under NEWS

West side development is on the rise and adding to the momentum is a new retail shop which will open May 17 on Bridge Street.

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GRCC to host Empower Michigan community forum

Submitted 05-13-2014 under NEWS

Empower Michigan continues to host community forums free and open to the public.

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Eastown native opens local vintage boutique in childhood neighborhood

Submitted 05-06-2014 under NEWS

A mother and daughter duo nestle a vintage shop into Eastown. Flashlight Alley mixes retro furniture, clothing, antiques and home decor in a space next to Yesterdog.

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Lee & Birch moving from downtown location to East Hills neighborhood

Submitted 05-06-2014 under NEWS

Downtown fashion boutique Lee & Birch is closing its downtown doors and moving uptown to occupy the historic Ron's Car Wash building.

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