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Voting 101: Voting rates historically lower in primaries, for young people, black residents

Submitted 07-21-2015 under NEWS

Grand Rapids' upcoming August primary election may determine the next mayor of the city. With historically lower turnout rates in primaries, this means each vote carries more weight in determining outcomes.

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Local market creates access to fresh food in urban neighborhood

Submitted 07-21-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

The Southeast Area Farmer’s Market, run by Our Kitchen Table, sells locally-cultivated produce and goods in the southeast community of Grand Rapids. It aims to foster social justice, with the market as just one area in which that mission is lived out.

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Past the gallery doors: Alternative spaces to find art

Submitted 07-21-2015 under LOCAL LIFE

Aside from traditional art galleries or your local coffee shop, there are numerous venues to discover new and exciting artists.

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Time to review GR Forward

Submitted 07-21-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS

Once-in-a-generation initiative to invest in downtown Grand Rapids and the Grand River corridor is open for public review.

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Neil Simon's Classic Comedy "Barefoot in the Park" Presented by Local Theatre Company University Wits

Submitted 07-20-2015 under NONPROFITS

Barefoot in the Park tells the timeless story of young love, family, neighbors, and how they all get along - or sometimes don’t. A straight-arrow husband and a free spirited wife learn a lot about each other and a lot about life in their first week of marriage. These newlyweds are in for a wild ride

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EatGR to host second food truck rally

Submitted 07-20-2015 under NEWS

Area food trucks to take over the Downtown Market on Saturday, July 25 during EatGR's Truck Two: The Sequel.

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Get Your Child/ren Back From CPS and Family Court

Submitted 07-17-2015 under NONPROFITS

An article to inform parents and relatives of the abuse of Child Protective Service and Family Court in legally kidnapped children.

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In Season: July 18, 2015

Submitted 07-17-2015 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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Backpacks and School Supplies Needed for Kids

Submitted 07-16-2015 under NONPROFITS

Backpack and School Supply Drive

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Mayoral debate at Wealthy Theatre brings standing room only crowds

Submitted 07-14-2015 under NONPROFITS

The event on Wednesday, July 15, had all four mayoral candidates answering questions about everything from race and civil liberties to backyard chickens. The full video of the event is available here.

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