Local Life

One person can change the world

Submitted 07-24-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

As a dedicated member of the I Believe I Become community, Minnie Dentmond has never missed a meeting. She started attending gatherings in the Central Zone, and is continuing to lend her wisdom as the East Zone joins the B2B movement.

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YouthBuild provides local youth with tools for success

Submitted 07-24-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Local YouthBuild graduate, Dashaun Kirby, talks about the program and his plans for the future.

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Michael Moore to speak at Fountain Street Church

Submitted 07-24-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Award winning documentarian Michael Moore will be coming to the Fountain Street Church to talk about his new book "Here Comes Trouble" as part of the Grand Rapids Public Library's GR Reads series.

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Meet your local elected official, Kent County Commissioner Jim Talen

Submitted 07-18-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Local Kent County Commissioner talks about about the redistricting of Kent County, campaigning, his reasons for running for office and the funds needed to do so.

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Safety officials see increase in fireworks-related fires

Submitted 07-17-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Deputy Fire Chief Jerry Salatka and Captain Peter McWatters advise on the dangers of fireworks and ignition sources in drought-like conditions.

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West Michigan Indie Podcast Episode #6- Casey Stratton Part 2

Submitted 07-16-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

WMI sat down with Grand Rapids' own pop singer/songwriter Casey Stratton to learn about his new album "The Calling of the Crows."

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Tip Top Deluxe Bar and Grill delivers hotspot for Americana music

Submitted 07-13-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Ted Smith, one of the owners of Tip Top, sits down with The Rapidian to discuss the progress over the past year and some thoughts for the future.

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Free Pie premiering at UICA, after party to follow

Submitted 07-12-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Writer-director Caleb Slain talks about the upcoming premiere of his short film, "Free Pie," which premieres tonight in the UICA theater. The after party will include a Q&A with Slain as well as other filmmakers.

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