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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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Mitten Brewing Company hopes to hit home run with new expansion efforts

Submitted 07-08-2014 under NEWS

Mitten Brewing Company is hustling to keep up with capacity by expanding their operation nearly three fold.

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In Season: July 4, 2014

Submitted 07-04-2014 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: July 3-9

Submitted 07-03-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Celebrate your independence with an ice cold pour from your favorite local brewpub.

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Downtown Market open for holiday weekend

Submitted 07-01-2014 under NONPROFITS

The Outdoor Market will be open all three days this 4th of July holiday week: Tuesday (9 a.m. – 2 p.m.); Thursday (4 p.m. – 7 p.m.) and Saturday (9 a.m.-2 p.m.). The indoor market hall will be open regular hours all weekend, including 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Friday, July 4.

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Long Road Distillers advocates west side revitalization

Submitted 07-01-2014 under NEWS

The first craft distillery in Grand Rapids will be opening on Leonard Street this coming fall, with licensing that includes distribution, sales and tastings.

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Fulton Street Farmers Market partners with local cider maker

Submitted 07-01-2014 under NONPROFITS

The Peoples Cider Company will serve tastings and sell hard cider at the Fulton Street Farmers Market.

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Farm to Freezer

Submitted 07-01-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

The Local Feed on WYCE talks about going farm to freezer with veggies and fruits.

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RitaGirls' Boutique Bakery grows from bakery cart to brick and mortar

Submitted 07-01-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Micki Ackerman and her niece Maria Tornga bake cupcakes and custom cakes in downtown's MoDiv shops at Monroe Center and Division. They'll even deliver or cater your sweet treats.

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In Season: June 28, 2014

Submitted 06-27-2014 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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