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Mario Alfaro: Helping youth in Grand Rapids

Submitted 08-20-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Mario Alfaro, Youth and Gang Specialist at Hispanic Center of Western Michigan, shares why he enjoys working with the Supporting Our Leaders program.

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Diners take advantage of sweet, savory deals as Restaurant Week continues

Submitted 08-19-2014 under NEWS

The fourth annual Restaurant Week is underway in Grand Rapids, offering gourmet delicacies for a fraction of the regular price.

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Grand Rapids Downtown Market awarded prestigious LEED Gold certification

Submitted 08-19-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

On August 6 the Grand Rapids Downtown Market was one of the first urban markets in the country to be awarded LEED Gold certification by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

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NPO Showcase: Recreational Debut

Submitted 08-18-2014 under NONPROFITS

Register for the Pre-Season All American Showcase by August 23 for a shot at playing college basketball.

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Story Matters: Trudy Brenner knows son can do what he sets his mind to do

Submitted 08-14-2014 under NONPROFITS

Trudy Brenner says the worst thing people say about her son Joe Brenner is "he can't do it." She explains in this video that he has proven that wrong time and time again.

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Story Matters: Chris Smit advises persons with new disabilities to reach out

Submitted 08-14-2014 under NONPROFITS

Chris Smit, professor at Calvin College, likens becoming a person with a disability to being a traveler. Here he gives advice to those struggling with new disabilities and encourages them to keep fighting.

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Girls Inc. program seeks to educate, motivate Grand Rapids youth

Submitted 08-13-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

In partnership with the YWCA, the local nonprofit educates girls to prevent future violence.

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Parklets get ready to pop up for BarFly patrons

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS

BarFly Ventures is the first to inaugurate the parklet program in Downtown Grand Rapids, turning just five parking spots into seating for a total of 90 people.

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Friends of Grand Rapids Parks to celebrate fourth annual Green Gala

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS

On Thursday, August 21, the Green Gala will raise funds for the continued work to bring community members and partners together for park improvements.

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Local Double Up Food Bucks program first in country to go digital, reduce lost benefits

Submitted 08-12-2014 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Fulton Street Farmers Market is part of a handful of markets participating in the Double Up Food Bucks push to transition from token payment method to electronic.

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