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From rental application to restraining order, Part 2

Submitted 10-25-2019 under OPINION

Part 2: More and more renters share stories of property managers and landlords who hold exceptional power in the face of a housing crisis. Meanwhile, renters have little support as they face structural racism, classism, and the constant threat of losing housing.

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From rental application to restraining order, Part 1

Submitted 10-25-2019 under OPINION

Part 1: Jaylynne Yancy is one example of local renters who face increased risk and little support as they navigate a housing crisis and property managers who hold an abundance of structural power.

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Culinary Conversations series returns with "Bootstrapping your Business" event for food startups

Submitted 10-25-2019 under NONPROFITS

On November 6, Culinary Conversations returns with a MeetUp panel discussion for food entrepreneurs. The free event features four successful industry entrepreneurs and experts, discussing strategies to access capital and funding to make startups work on a tight budget.

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Architecture Association Names 2019 Award Winners

Submitted 10-23-2019 under NONPROFITS

The Grand Rapids Chapter of the American Institute of Architects celebrated several Architects, Firms and Projects and individual Honorees last week during its annual Honor Awards Celebration.

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Actors’ Theatre Grand Rapids Provides Michigan Premiere of Gloria

Submitted 10-22-2019 under OPINION

Branden Jacobs-Jenkins' play presents a bleak, funny-sad view of modern life.

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Meet Grand Rapids' future leaders who serve food to neighbors in need at Innovation Central High School

Submitted 10-21-2019 under NONPROFITS

Each month, these high school students serve on the front lines of hunger-relief efforts by running a Mobile Food Pantry -- all on their own.

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Ethics and Religion Talk: Help! I Didn't Know About the Potluck!

Submitted 10-21-2019 under OPINION

Saul asks, “There was a potluck today and I brought a lunch because I didn't know about it. Somebody asked me why I didn't grab any food and and I explained what I just described. Is it rude to eat food at a potluck when you haven't brought anything to share?”

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Firebird Soars

Submitted 10-19-2019 under OPINION

Firebird offers broad view of ballet as art form and demonstrates the strengths of Grand Rapids Ballet.

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In Season: October 19, 2019

Submitted 10-18-2019 under NONPROFITS

Sun is shining on this beautiful, Fall day and we're happy to have 25+ vendors with a vibrant selection of Michigan-grown produce (think squash, pumpkins, gourds, apples, peppers, and tomatoes!), farm products (meat, egg, and dairy), and artisan goods!

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