Grand Rapids

Story Matters: Principal Troy Wilbon talks about favorite part of day at Harrison Park School

Submitted 12-10-2014 under NONPROFITS

Principal Troy Wilbon discusses his work as principle and why he loves the start of the school day.

Chris Van Allsburg's set designs to premiere at Grand Rapids Ballet's "The Nutcracker"

Submitted 12-10-2014 under NEWS

Highly-acclaimed picture book author and illustrator, Chris Van Allsburg, describes his artistic process in redesigning the set for Grand Rapids Ballet's "The Nutcracker." The performance and the designs will premiere in Grand Rapids this Friday.

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Story Matters: Ralph Koll shares memories of living on Westside

Submitted 12-09-2014 under NONPROFITS

Ralph Koll talks about Richmond Park and a memorable blizzard in the 1970s.

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Formal public hearing set to explore implications of police body cameras

Submitted 12-09-2014 under NEWS

On Tuesday, December 16 at 7 p.m., City Commissioners will convene for a formal public hearing on whether or not police body cameras should be enacted into policy.

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Shop locally, give back at Grand Rapids Downtown Market during holidays

Submitted 12-09-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Buying local this holiday season ensures that more dollars will be recirculated back into the community. The Downtown Market is hosting activities in support of the local economy.

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Downtown noodle restaurant pays homage to historical spice trade

Submitted 12-09-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

From the moment one walks in, The Bandit Queen tells a story through not only the food, but also the decor and overall design aesthetic of the small 20-seat establishment.

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Coat drive to benefit area neighborhood, women's center

Submitted 12-09-2014 under NEWS

The Give+Love Coat Drive exists to facilitate and coordinate the distribution of outerwear to ensure that no woman or child goes without proper weather wear during the winter months in West Michigan.

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