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Grand Rapids City Commissioners vote for reset on City Manager search

Submitted 02-08-2018 under NEWS

February 6, 2018, Tuesday night's City Commission meeting had commissioners voting not to appoint a new city manager but to reopen the search. Northeast neighbors voiced opposition to a proposed new development in their neighborhood.

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Small steps, big results

Submitted 02-07-2018 under NONPROFITS

A new year is often thought of as a new start. For Johnny, this January has been the realization of a long-time goal. This is a special story for me to be able to share with you: the hard work and long road that’s resulted in a new type of life for one of our graduates.

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Formerly homeless, Heartside resident uses voice to give back

Submitted 02-06-2018 under NONPROFITS

With nowhere to go, Thomas went to an area shelter where he was told about Dégage and the services we offer. Not one to let a meaningful opportunity pass, Thomas came quickly to Dégagé.

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Community celebrates City Manager Greg Sundstrom's retirement

Submitted 01-30-2018 under NEWS

Elected officials, police officers, firefighters and other community members came to say farewell to City Manager, Greg Sundstrom at the DeVos Place, Monday, January 29, 2018.

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Junior Achievement Girls' Dream Fair looks to inspire hundreds of middle schoolers

Submitted 01-30-2018 under NONPROFITS

Sponsorships for these events are critical for Junior Achievement to continue providing life-changing programs to students in our community. These programs are delivered at no cost to students. You can make a difference in the lives of these students by participating in this world-class event.

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Water's Extreme Journey Exhibit opening, Ethnic Heritage Festival at the Grand Rapids Public Museum

Submitted 01-30-2018 under NONPROFITS

Join the Grand Rapids Public Museum on February 3 to celebrate two exciting events - the opening of the new exhibit Water’s Extreme Journey and the 2018 Ethnic Heritage Festival.

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Jammies XIX, WYCE's local, regional music awards showcase returns to The Intersection February 9

Submitted 01-30-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

The event features 24 live music performances and 20 awards given to the best music released in the past year. Various awards are selected by WYCE programmers, critics, and by community voting.

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"World of Winter" aims to entice Grand Rapids residents downtown with cold weather events

Submitted 01-29-2018 under NEWS

Ice sculpting, live music, speed dating and other events are offered for a diverse crowd coming to downtown.

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Community building through resource sharing in Heartside

Submitted 01-23-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

Join us at our open house style event to learn more about resources in West Michigan, participate in raffles, and engage with fellow Dwelling Place residents and staff on how to get involved in the community!

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Chiaroscuro International Film Series connects world cultures through award-winning films

Submitted 01-09-2018 under PLACE-MATTERS

The season begins on January 14, 2018 at UICA. The program is free and open to the public.

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