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Joe Taylor Park recognized as national city park leader

Submitted 03-25-2014 under NONPROFITS

The national organization City Parks Alliance has picked Joe Taylor Park for its innovative practices in partnerships and green infrastructure.

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Human trafficking discussion to center on signs, solutions

Submitted 03-24-2014 under NEWS

The Acton Institute will host a paneled discussion on human trafficking and ways of responding to the crime on March 28 at the Mark Murray Auditorium on Fulton Street.

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Bike lane repairs, maintenance delayed due to inclement weather

Submitted 03-24-2014 under NEWS

City officials and bicycle advocate leaders outline the challenges facing bike lanes following the winter season.

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Reading with the Stars program encourages young readers

Submitted 03-21-2014 under NONPROFITS

College student and athlete volunteers shine at local elementary schools.

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FoodCircles continues to provide meals for hungry children

Submitted 03-21-2014 under NEWS

Since its 2013 launch of the mobile app that allows people to purchase a dish for $1, FoodCircles has provided 2,239 meals to children living in poverty.

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Calvin students get hands-on experience serving community in bike shop, youth club

Submitted 03-21-2014 under NONPROFITS

A community/college partnership helps Calvin College students serve and learn through programs like the bike repair shop at Oakdale Neighbors.

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Residents raise concern over chemicals concentrated in snow piles

Submitted 03-21-2014 under NEWS

Grand Rapids citizens, city officials and scientists discuss contaminates in city snow piles and their effect on the stormwater system and watershed.

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LadyfestGR to hit city for third year

Submitted 03-18-2014 under NEWS

A day showcasing female led-workshops and performances will take over three venues in the Heartside neighborhood on Saturday March 22.

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Grand Rapids resident to be honored with prestigious Athena Award from U of M

Submitted 03-18-2014 under NEWS

Lorissa MacAllister, president and founder of Enviah consulting and research in Cascade, will honored with an Athena Award for leading in health and wellness design.

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New media project aims to elevate neighborhood voices

Submitted 03-18-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Four media workshops will introduce a new project to help the people of Grand Rapids by providing access to modern media at the neighborhood level.

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