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Submitted 12-23-2014 under NEWS

Experience Grand Rapids seeks Tourism Ambassadors to help visitors and locals explore Grand Rapids

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Vintage charm lights up Jefferson Avenue

Submitted 12-23-2014 under NEWS

Jefferson Avenue Downtown remains illuminated with vintage lights and nostalgic window displays through the new year.

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Catalyst Radio: Paschka's audio and community interests lead him to WYCE

Submitted 12-19-2014 under NEWS

After serving with two Grand Rapids arts organizations, AJ Paschka finds that being the new station manager of WYCE is a natural progression.

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New police chief notes lowering recidivism rates; continues to seek ways to lower rates further

Submitted 12-17-2014 under NEWS

A conversation with GRPD Chief of Police David Rahinsky reveals he's looking at ways to address recidivism in Michigan- which at a 28% rate is significantly lower than the national level. Rahinsky says it's still too high.

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City Commission holds public hearing on police, community relations

Submitted 12-17-2014 under NEWS

Most citizens in favor of body cameras spoke of transparency as a big issue with police, but others also noted privacy concerns.

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New festival to introduce area to disability art; works to build access, understanding

Submitted 12-16-2014 under NEWS

The DisArt Festival will be the largest festival on disability and art in the United States to date, says founder and director Chris Smit.

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Rosa Parks Circle gets icy, open to skaters

Submitted 12-16-2014 under NEWS

Downtown is decked out in holiday lighting and crowds are breaking in the ice rink at Rosa Parks Circle.

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Winter concert to feature area folk musicians

Submitted 12-16-2014 under NEWS

A house concert this Sunday will work to connect friends and strangers, and offer respite from winter doldrums.

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Catalyst Radio: Tonight's WYCE@Wealthy concert with The Bad Plus supports Pets For Vets

Submitted 12-12-2014 under NEWS

Pets For Vets matches shelter animals with armed services veterans, bringing healing and companionship for both.

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What's on Tap: December 11-17

Submitted 12-11-2014 under NEWS

With the holiday season upon us, gift others you favorite beer from your local brewpub. Harmony Brewing Co. is selling gift packs which include bar glasses and a growler.

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