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Catalyst Radio: Rapidian interns get real-world journalism experience

Submitted 08-17-2012 under NEWS

Three interns share their experience in working with The Rapidian.

Steeplefest to take over Stocking and Fifth this Saturday

Submitted 08-17-2012 under NEWS

Steeplefest is a free family friendly event hosted by Steepletown Neighborhood Services, and gives a chance for visitors to eat and dance in the middle of Stocking Ave.

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First festival of its kind to jazz up West Michigan on August 18

Submitted 08-14-2012 under NEWS

The free jazz festival will be taking over Rosa Parks Circle at noon on Saturday and will include a diverse lineup of local performers.

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Catalyst Radio: Barnstormer! music event Aug. 24-25 to raise funds for Thrive

Submitted 08-10-2012 under NEWS

The upcoming music and arts event Barnstormer! Aug. 24-25 is a fundraiser for Thrive; A Refugee Support Program.

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Course to teach teens the dangers of distracted driving

Submitted 08-10-2012 under NEWS

MINI of Grand Rapids and Indy race car drivers will be giving driving lessons to licensed teen drivers today.

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'Earth-friendly' claims for corn-based plastics can mislead; local businesses can help

Submitted 08-09-2012 under NEWS

Spurt Industries and Organicycle offer collection and composting services that allow corn plastics to decompose in the way intended.

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Local photographer Terry Johnston to guide urban photo walk

Submitted 08-09-2012 under NEWS

Part of the GRAM on the Green series, this Friday participants can discuss photography, meaning and urban settings while walking through the museum and the surrounding city streets with one of Grand Rapids' most well-known photographers.

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School supply drive to benefit D.A. Blodgett - St. John's Home youth

Submitted 08-07-2012 under NEWS

Annual backpack drive underway; collecting backpacks and school supplies to help the youth at D.A. Blodgett - St. John's to start school on the right foot.

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