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Homelessness in Grand Rapids: How can we help?

Submitted 12-20-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

The community can come together and support homeless individuals: Grand Rapids residents can give time or donations or support to organizations like Network 180, Mel Trotter Ministries or Dégagé Ministries.

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GVSU student shares story of mental health to raise awareness

Submitted 12-19-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

What happens when a lifetime’s worth of tragedy is forced into that of a 22-year-old?

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Driverless cars are coming to downtown Grand Rapids in March 2019

Submitted 12-11-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

How will it affect our city? There are many different positions on this topic and a lot of different variables to consider.

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Attention all Potterheads, Yule Ball is back

Submitted 12-04-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

Once again, 20 Monroe Live is hosting the Harry Potter event of the year, the Yule Ball on Saturday, December 8, 2018.

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Profile of drag culture and where it can be found in Grand Rapids area

Submitted 11-07-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

Drag is open to everyone! In fact, that’s one of the cornerstones of drag culture: everyone is accepted.

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Schuler Books celebrates teen readers with YA book talk

Submitted 11-06-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

The YA Talk at Schuler Books on 28th Street is an opportunity for readers of all ages to gather and talk about their favorite young adult books.

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Grand Rapids brothers create local social app to strengthen community

Submitted 11-02-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

The founders of Grand Rapids social app Yote share details on projects including artificial intelligence pairing, an opening cafe lounge, and more.

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Ways to engage with Asian American culture in Grand Rapids

Submitted 11-02-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

The best ways to explore the customs, traditions and foods of the Asian American cultures within Grand Rapids.

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Journalism in the age of ArtPrize

Submitted 11-01-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids journalist describes the challenges of journalism during the busiest time of the year.

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Creston Vibes: Not your average open mic night

Submitted 10-26-2018 under LOCAL LIFE

Creston Vibes, an open mic night at Creston Brewery, is unlike anything else. Held twice a month, each session follows a different theme. From comedy to heartbreaks and hangovers, the energy controls the session.

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