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Kent Conservation District works to maintain, protect natural resources in West Michigan

Submitted 08-24-2017 under NONPROFITS

This week's episode of NPO Showcase features Kent Conservation District who equips area residents to be able to preserve and enhance Kent County's natural resources

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Market Musings: J. Dykstra Produce hits all the bases for produce needs

Submitted 08-23-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

J. Dykstra Produce, a vendor at the Fulton Street Farmers Market, sells cantaloupes, raspberries, peaches and strawberries, among other fare.

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Reflecting on rocking times: my experience as a GR!GR counselor

Submitted 08-23-2017 under OPINION

“Women will rise as lightning will shine / Thunder will rumble as our voices unite / We thrive in power as the sparks ignite” Lyrics from the song Giants Falling by Girls Shred.

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SCORE provides support, encouragement, tools to build businesses

Submitted 08-22-2017 under NEWS

A perspective of SCORE of Grand Rapids as seen in the eyes of a mentor.

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Meijer Gardens' fall exhibition celebrates Rodin, contemporary figurative tradition

Submitted 08-22-2017 under NONPROFITS

The group exhibition Rodin and the Contemporary Figurative Tradition features international artists and several of Rodin’s most compelling works.

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ArtPrize artist feature from UICA: Seitu Jones

Submitted 08-22-2017 under NONPROFITS

Working independently or with others, Seitu Jones has created over 30 large-scale public artworks. On September 23, Heartside residents are invited to take part in a community meal presented by Seitu Jones, UICA, and a number of community partners.

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Spoke Folks hosts first Beer City Bike Fest

Submitted 08-22-2017 under NONPROFITS

All of this grease and sweat calls an end-of-summer celebration: Beer City Bike Fest, a free bike carnival and music festival will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at The Spoke Folks from 12 p.m.-10 p.m.

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My road to getting through college, a 32-year personal journey

Submitted 08-22-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS

A college education is something that no one can ever take away from you. Read more from Ron Lemmon in this piece in our first-gen series.

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City introduces newly hired consultants from 21st Century Policing Solutions

Submitted 08-21-2017 under NEWS

The team of consultants will be working with the Policy Review Taskforce the City is forming following recommendations from the Traffic Stop Study completed this year.

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Market Musings: Ellens' Acres turning heads with bright colors

Submitted 08-21-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

Ellens' Acres specializes in peppers and tomatoes, including purple peppers. The business sells its products at the Fulton Street Farmers Market.

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