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Planning Commission approves request to allow food trucks downtown

Submitted 09-13-2013 under NEWS

At the public hearing on September 12, the Planning Commission decided to allow food trucks near the Grand Rapids Art Museum.

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Discussion to continue on food trucks downtown

Submitted 09-10-2013 under NEWS

The Planning Commission will be considering a proposal in their public hearing on September 12 that will bring up the debate of food trucks again, this time in the area in front of the Grand Rapids Art Museum.

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Mayor George Heartwell leads growing effort to clean Grand River

Submitted 09-10-2013 under NEWS

Mayor Heartwell says the yearly cleanup, this year scheduled for September 14, brings together the community.

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Grand Rapids Mayor answers citizen concerns live on GRTV, The Rapidian

Submitted 09-09-2013 under NONPROFITS

This Monday, Mayor George Heartwell answers citizen questions on City Connection, including a video question from Rapidian Politics Reporter Nicole Merte.

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Hunger Action Week encourages community to take stand

Submitted 09-03-2013 under NONPROFITS

Entering its third year, Hunger Action Week's message is clear: 80,000 food insecure in Kent County is far too many.

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Police department invites residents to have coffee with a cop

Submitted 08-28-2013 under NEWS

The GRPD is inviting Rapidians to meet local officers and voice their opinions on public safety over coffee.

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When building places it's the people who count

Submitted 08-27-2013 under PLACE-MATTERS

Grand Rapids architect Mark Miller shares his recent experience in Traverse City. He talks tactical urbanism, waterfront activation and access and Friday night festivities.

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Your story matters

Submitted 08-20-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Before the Anchorman movie in the park in Ah Nab Awen, The Rapidian will be hosting a storytelling booth and potluck/picnic and handing out "This Place Matters" flags. Tell your story and share the love.

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