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Foster mom gives back to the downtown food pantry Westminster

Submitted 07-26-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

For Dionne Ashley Ford, the food pantry at Westminster Presbyterian Church has made a huge difference for her family. Over the years she has adopted and raised 46 children of her own and fostered so many others. Now, shes giving back by volunteering.

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Grand Rapids hosts first annual Pro-Am Brewing Competition

Submitted 07-19-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

Twenty local breweries will collaborate with qualifying area homebrewers in a competition designed to promote creativity and strengthen ties in the craft beer community.

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Local Spotlight: Deavondre Jones motivates through dance

Submitted 07-11-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

Lifelong West Michigan resident aims to inspire others and build community through the performing arts.

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Immigrant Heritage Month Profile: Meet Kavy Lenon

Submitted 07-06-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, this series features profiles of community members who have immigrated to Grand Rapids.

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Immigrant Heritage Month Profile: Meet Sandi Broomberg Simms

Submitted 06-30-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, this series features profiles of community members who have immigrated to Grand Rapids.

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Immigrant Heritage Month Profile: Meet Ace Marasigan

Submitted 06-30-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, this series features profiles of community members who have immigrated to Grand Rapids.

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Immigrant Heritage Month Profile: Meet Sana Khan

Submitted 06-29-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, this series features profiles of community members who have immigrated to Grand Rapids.

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Immigrant Heritage Month Profile: Meet Mohannad Rjaila

Submitted 06-29-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, this series features profiles of community members who have immigrated to Grand Rapids.

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Grand Rapids Food Coop Initiative celebrates its first anniversary

Submitted 06-28-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

The Grand Rapids Food Coop Initiative celebrated its first anniversary with a picnic gathering for members and friends on June 4, 2017.

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Immigrant Heritage Month Profile: Meet Wafa Haddad

Submitted 06-28-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, this series features profiles of community members who have immigrated to Grand Rapids.

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