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Woodbridge Dairy protects environment, practices principled farming

Submitted 08-21-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

John and Karin Uebbing utilize organic methods and effective waste-runoff system to produce grass fed beef, pork and poultry. Their meat is available at the Fulton Street Farmers Market.

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Your story matters

Submitted 08-20-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Before the Anchorman movie in the park in Ah Nab Awen, The Rapidian will be hosting a storytelling booth and potluck/picnic and handing out "This Place Matters" flags. Tell your story and share the love.

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Tell us your story

Submitted 08-20-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

We all have a story to tell. We all have aspirations. Regardless of where we start in life, we all deserve the opportunity to unlock our full potential. Project Story seeks to explore global aspirations for freedom, family, hope, and reward. Listen to our stories. Tell us your story.

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Foraging Grand Rapids: Purslane

Submitted 08-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Purslane is free, edible, healthy and available right now here in West Michigan.

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Is there local food in your smoothie?

Submitted 08-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

The Local Feed on WYCE talks to Jennifer Polman, owner of SIP Organic Juice Bar, about local food in smoothies.

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New UICA director works to revive hub of creativity

Submitted 08-16-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Miranda Krajniak, just three months into her role as Executive Director at the UICA, is working to revitalize what she sees an essential part of our art community ecosystem.

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100% Homegrown program at Fulton Street Farmers Market celebrates 100% Farmer

Submitted 08-15-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Founded in 2010, the "100% Homegrown" program is the first to certify and recognize farmers that sell only what they grow themselves.

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Local author Jason Holton publishes first book with Chapbook Press

Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

Holton has published his first book of poetry, "Eventually, All of Them Are Lost," and is working on a second collection of poetry as well as a novel.

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Shop Seasonally: serving up spice with peppers and onions

Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

If your summer dinners are lacking spice, it won't be for long. Sweet and spicy peppers are now in season, as well as several varieties of onions and leeks.

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Celebrate A Gay Afternoon in Cherry Street Park

Submitted 08-13-2013 under LOCAL LIFE

On Saturday, August 17, East Hills Council of Neighbors sponsors A Gay Afternoon to celebrate the diversity in their community with a street party with music, education, beer, and food

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