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Grand Rapid's North East Neighborhood

Homebrewing hobbyists collaborate to share ideas, experience

Submitted 08-22-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Rob Qualls and Paul Townsend Lamb talk about founding the Grand Rapids Homebrewers Club, their hopes for the future and what being a member is all about.

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In Season: August 23, 2014

Submitted 08-20-2014 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.

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Ten Principles of Community Policing: Part Four

Submitted 08-19-2014 under NONPROFITS

Investment in neighborhood grassroots initiatives leads to internal change and steps for building a better future.

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Ten Principles of Community Policing: Part Three

Submitted 08-19-2014 under NONPROFITS

Exploring our ethical responsibility to help our neighbors, particularly the most vulnerable, and upholding this in all aspects of community policing.

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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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In Season: August 16, 2014

Submitted 08-15-2014 under NONPROFITS

A list of locally grown fruits and vegetables along with locally produce products available at your local farmers markets.

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What's on Tap: August 14-20

Submitted 08-15-2014 under LOCAL LIFE

Find your new favorite beer this weekend.

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Sucker punch: How police control of media in Ferguson affects us all

Submitted 08-14-2014 under OPINION

Journalism has a responsibility to our citizens to build democracy through information, which has the power to encourage involvement and investment. When freedom of the press is threatened, democracy is threatened.

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Film Review on The House I Live In

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NONPROFITS

Creston neighbors recently viewed and discussed a documentary about the war on drugs. The film's takeaway? Drug abusers are not the only victims of drug addiction.

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Artists collaborate to raise awareness of area design talent

Submitted 08-12-2014 under NEWS

Jody Williams and collaborators have created The Citizen Project, an initiative to shed light on area talent.

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