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Hundreds marched to defend DACA recipients in Grand Rapids

Submitted 09-06-2017 under NEWS

On Tuesday, September 5, 2017 hundreds of Grand Rapidians marched through downtown Grand Rapids and held a vigil to protest the ending of DACA.

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Preserving a wild and scenic West Michigan landmark

Submitted 09-06-2017 under NONPROFITS

Not far from Grand Rapids, the Pere Marquette River is a West Michigan gem.

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Learn to tell your story on The Rapidian

Submitted 09-05-2017 under NONPROFITS

Community members are invited to attend the free first fall Community Journalism Workshop from 12 to 1:30 p.m. on September 12, 2017 at the Grand Rapids Public Library.

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WYCE hosts 10th annual record sale at Eastown Streetfair

Submitted 09-05-2017 under NONPROFITS

WYCE’s 10th Annual CD & Record sale takes place Saturday, September 9, 2017 at the Eastown Streetfair. All summer long the station calls for listener donations of used collections that are resold for $1 each.

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Protesters disrupt planned Labor Day walk

Submitted 09-05-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS

During the Grand Rapids Labor Day Bridge Walk, on Monday, September 4, 2017, protestors disrupted Mayor Bliss' planned remarks.

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ArtPrize artist feature from UICA: Artemis Antippas

Submitted 09-05-2017 under NONPROFITS

Artemis Antippas’ work is on view as part of UICA's ArtPrize Nine exhibition, Cultivate, a curated group show that uses food as a lens to examine cultural history, social equity, and the effects of globalization on communities.

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First Generation Student: Navigating your classroom

Submitted 09-05-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

The best way to approach all this is as if it is a big, fun adventure. You need to tell yourself that you have the skills to deal with anything that comes up. Take a deep breath, act as though you are totally confident, and embrace this journey into adulthood.

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Ethics and Religion Talk: The Charlie Gard Case

Submitted 09-05-2017 under OPINION

Question: I would like to see the Ethics and Religion Talk panel analyze the case of Charlie Gard, the child born with a terminal rare genetic condition (mitochondrial depletion syndrome).

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Meijer Gardens celebrates autumn with chrysanthemum exhibition

Submitted 09-01-2017 under NONPROFITS

The Chrysanthemums and More! exhibition features a celebration of Shape & Form with vibrant chrysanthemum displays, family-friendly activities and more, September 15 to October 29, 2017

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In Season: September 2, 2017

Submitted 09-01-2017 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produced products available at your local farmers markets.

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