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Grandwich 2014 sampled: Next eight sandwiches range excellent to big disappointments

Submitted 07-10-2014 under OPINION

We start the second round of tastings with a few favorites, but also end up with some seriously lackluster sandwiches.

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Restaurant owner works to honor mother's legacy

Submitted 07-10-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

A year after restaurateur Marie Catrib passed away, her son Fouad Catrib is making sure the business she left behind continues to thrive.

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What's on Tap: July 10-16

Submitted 07-10-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Soak in summer with pours from your favorite local brewers.

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Gilmore Collection response to liquor license ruling lacks sincerity

Submitted 07-10-2014 under OPINION

The B.O.B.'s actions since the recent death of Kevin O'Brian and the two before him comes off as a cold disregard for survivors of loved ones lost.

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Grandwich 2014 sampled: First seven sandwiches swing strongly towards sweet or salty

Submitted 07-09-2014 under OPINION

We are out to try 33 Grandwich competitors in the first week. Our first day of tastings found some edits that could still be done to many of the competitors to make them a great sandwich, with one clear winner rising to the top.

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Railroad Earth breathes inspired life into Meijer Gardens

Submitted 07-09-2014 under OPINION

By funneling Jerry Garcia's passion, Bob Dylan’s spoken word grizzle, Neil Young's clarity, and George Harrison’s innocence into his own songs, Railroad Earth frontman Todd Sheaffer earned his spot among the greatest rock'n'roll troubadours.

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Vendor Spotlight: Taylor Bultema

Submitted 07-09-2014 under NONPROFITS

A spectrum of expressive colors bleed into one another, varying in tone and vibrancy. Find out more about these abstract compositions, an interdisciplinary art education, and what’s playing on Taylor’s iPod

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More than 500 Kids in Need of School Supplies

Submitted 07-09-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

School Supply and Backpack Drive to Take Place August 11-15

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More than 500 Kids in Need of School Supplies

Submitted 07-09-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

School Supply and Backpack Drive to Take Place August 11-15

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Peter Wege - The Loss of an Environmental Hero

Submitted 07-08-2014 under NONPROFITS

One of West Michigan's prominent environmental philanthropists and visionaries has passed on.

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