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Co-op bookstore to join Avenue for the Arts this November

Submitted 11-10-2015 under NEWS

Bombadil Books, opening November 11, will offer binding and restoration services, community events and a quarterly magazine. Co-owners Danielle Alexander and Tim Albon aim to create "a home away from home for creatives and literary-minded people."

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Time to challenge unconstitutional statute on City powers over open carry laws

Submitted 11-10-2015 under OPINION

Open carry campaigns came to Grand Rapids recently. We are forgetting that Article 7, Section 29 of the Michigan Constitution guarantees to cities the right of reasonable control of their streets and public places.

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Building equity, opportunity in greater Grand Rapids

Submitted 11-10-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS

The final draft of the GR Forward plan will be presented to the Planning Commission on Thursday, November 12. The plan emphasizes racial equity and inclusive economic growth.

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Frontline Recovery: Making Addiction Recovery Available to All

Submitted 11-09-2015 under NONPROFITS

In less than a year, a new addiction recovery community center on Grand Rapids' southeast side is changing the neighborhood landscape.

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OKT offers free Food Justice class

Submitted 11-09-2015 under NONPROFITS

Free, four-session food justice class is open to all who want to learn more and do more.

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You're Not Left Out Or Excluded This Holiday

Submitted 11-06-2015 under NONPROFITS

Resources for those in need of a place to go or food for their families for the holidays.

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Election results yield victories for school bonds, elected officials

Submitted 11-04-2015 under NEWS

Voters in the area passed school bonding proposals in the Nov. 3 election, with one narrowly failing by 23 votes. The Democratic nominee for a Michigan House seat was selected, and several candidates were elected or reelected to office.

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The Muteflutes - "Worry About the Wind"

Submitted 11-04-2015 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids' folk-rock group The Muteflutes perform a new song live in Studio X on 88.1fm WYCE.

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The Muteflutes - "Legacy"

Submitted 11-04-2015 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids' folk-rock group The Muteflutes perform a new song live in Studio X on 88.1fm WYCE.

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Order co-op style whole foods via Southeast Area Farmers' Market

Submitted 11-04-2015 under NONPROFITS

Our Kitchen Table (OKT)'s collective purchase group is increasing access to healthy foods. Bridge cards are accepted, and there are no mark-ups or fees.

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