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GR area incumbents face opposition in Nov. 3 elections

Submitted 11-02-2015 under NEWS

Several officials in East Grand Rapids, Kentwood and Walker will fight for reelection on the Nov. 3.

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Upgrades on the line in school bonding proposals

Submitted 10-29-2015 under NEWS

Bonding proposals on the Nov. 3 ballot across Kent County will include the potential for infrastructure, security and technology upgrades in several districts.

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Two 3rd Ward community leaders race for City Commission seat

Submitted 10-29-2015 under NEWS

Voters have a choice between two 3rd Ward city commissioner candidates whose goals are aimed at economic opportunity, equitable housing and safety. The winner will replace term-limited Elias Lumpkins.

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West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to hold 10th business expo

Submitted 10-27-2015 under NONPROFITS

The free Business Expo will be held at the Applause Event Center on November 4 to connect businesses and individuals with the Hispanic community.

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GRPS Director of Communications explains major bond proposal up for vote on Tuesday, November 3

Submitted 10-27-2015 under NEWS

The $175 million dollar bond would renovate amd improve classrooms, buildings, and technology at local schools, says John Helmholdt, Executive Director of Communications & External Affairs at GRPS.

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The Rapidian adds Advisory Council to support local writers

Submitted 10-27-2015 under PLACE-MATTERS

As we continue to grow and support local voices, it's important that we make sure that we're providing our community reporters with everything they need to share their news and stories well. Our Advisory Council is an important piece in taking good care of our reporters.

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The Arc of Kent County launches The Assurance Plan for individuals with disabilities

Submitted 10-20-2015 under NONPROFITS

The Assurance Plan is a comprehensive plan of lifetime advocacy to support individuals with disabilities in their futures and provides a sense of security for their guardians in the present

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ACLU to bring conversation on police practices to Wealthy Theatre

Submitted 10-20-2015 under NONPROFITS

[FULL VIDEO OF EVENT] In an effort to better understand and defuse the potential for injustice at the hands of police in Grand Rapids, this panel discussion on October 28 brings together city, federal and community stakeholders to discuss the relationship between the police and the public.

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#RacisminGR discussion to come to CRC Office of Race Relations

Submitted 10-17-2015 under NEWS

dThe third of a four part series discussing racism in the Grand Rapids community hosted by Partners for a Racism Free Community will be taking place at the CRC Denominational building on October 20.

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Human library event aims to increase understanding, reduce prejudice

Submitted 10-13-2015 under NEWS

On October 17 at 10 a.m., the Grand Rapids Public Library be holding a "human library" event. At this event, people from diverse backgrounds act as "books" that can be checked out, so that people can ask about their experiences.

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