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The Rapidian partners with Calvin College's student newspaper

Submitted 12-10-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Calvin College student journalists gain experience and develop skills by writing for The Rapidian; The Rapidian's partnership with Calvin's Chimes is mutually beneficial

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Local architect and urban designer works to reimagine Grand Rapids

Submitted 12-10-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Senior Architect and Urban Designer Mark Miller of Nederveld, Inc. shares ideas on city building and reimaging Grand Rapids

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The Bitter End Coffee House: Unique grounds

Submitted 12-06-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

The life of a 100 year building, from bank to coffee shop.

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Ready For Life Horizons makes impact in community

Submitted 12-05-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Ready For Life Horizons is a program for Grand Rapids adults with disabilities. They partner with Calvin residence hall Beets Veenstra to plan events and build community.

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West Michigan Indie hangs out with Kari Lynch

Submitted 12-04-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

WMI kicks it with Kari Lynch.

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Uptown anticipates annual Holiday Shop Hop

Submitted 12-04-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

The business districts of East Fulton, East Hills, Eastown, and Wealthy Street prepare for the annual Holiday Shop Hop event and encourage community support of local businesses.

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Live.Dance.Move inspires change in our community

Submitted 12-03-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Local dance fitness instructor Kate Rehmus talks about how switching careers and discovering Zumba gave her strength to lose 80 pounds and fight through a troubled marriage and now dedicates her life to inspire others.

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Urban Family Ministries reaches out to urban community

Submitted 11-30-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Urban Family Ministries gives youth safe space to explore faith.

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GRAM Education Center supports lifetime learning

Submitted 11-29-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

The Grand Rapids Art Museum education center offers many programs to engage audiences in the arts and encourage life-long learning.

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Mary Free Bed and West Michigan Adaptive Diving hold diving clinic

Submitted 11-29-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Mary Free Bed innovation bring together rehabilitation and diving.

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