Food

Grand Rapids Downtown Market awarded prestigious LEED Gold certification

Submitted 08-19-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

On August 6 the Grand Rapids Downtown Market was one of the first urban markets in the country to be awarded LEED Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

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Sneak behind the scenes at Marge's Donut Den

Submitted 08-18-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Marge Wilson is the owner of Marge’s Donut Den on 28th Street in Wyoming. Wilson shares how each donut is made and her passion for baking.

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In Season: August 16, 2014

Submitted 08-15-2014 under NONPROFITS

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

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What's on Tap: August 14-20

Submitted 08-15-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Find your new favorite beer this weekend.

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Parklets get ready to pop up for BarFly patrons

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS

BarFly Ventures is the first to inaugurate the parklet program in Downtown Grand Rapids, turning just five parking spots into seating for a total of 90 people.

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Local Double Up Food Bucks program first in country to go digital, reduce lost benefits

Submitted 08-12-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Fulton Street Farmers Market is part of a handful of markets participating in the Double Up Food Bucks push to transition from token payment method to electronic.

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