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5 reasons Grand Coney among Grand Rapids' best bargain dining delights

Submitted 03-08-2016 under NONPROFITS

Grand Coney, one of Grand Rapids' only 24-hour restaurants, is easily accessible via The Rapid.

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River Restoration channels GR Forward

Submitted 03-07-2016 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids WhiteWater and the City of Grand Rapids collaborate on the Grand River Restoration Plan.

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Exceptional teen wins Youth of the Year honor for Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids

Submitted 03-07-2016 under NONPROFITS

Ana Sosa named 2016 Youth of the Year representative from Grand Rapids; now vie for state title and scholarship.

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ACTion Drummers celebrate Mardi Gras with community at Marge's Donut Den

Submitted 03-03-2016 under NONPROFITS

The ACTion Drummers performed at the local donut shop for Fat Tuesday festivities and to encourage others to join their drumming community.

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Grand Rapids trees fight climate change

Submitted 03-02-2016 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids trees are integral to the city's climate resiliency, providing benefits that are "almost invaluable," according to the Grand Rapids Climate Resiliency Report

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Sister Act, the Musical

Submitted 03-01-2016 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre present's Sister Act the musical.

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WMCAT to honor nationally-renowned pioneer in design thinking

Submitted 03-01-2016 under NONPROFITS

WMCAT's iBall gala will celebrate David Kelley and Meijer with live entertainment with proceeds from event support WMCAT's mission to provide a culture of opportunity.

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Interfaith, civic organizations unite to sponsor conversation on welcoming refugees

Submitted 03-01-2016 under NONPROFITS

Welcoming Refugees: Do Unto Other - A Conversation on Community Engagement will take place at Cathedral Square on March 8.

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This Nun is Fun: Sister Act Premiers at the Civic Theatre

Submitted 02-29-2016 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre present's Sister Act the musical.

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Federal grant effort builds unique collaboration

Submitted 02-26-2016 under NONPROFITS

The Grand River community did not receive the applied-for federal grant to restore the Grand River, but did develop a collaborative team in the process of applying, which will continue to develop plans for the riverside communities moving forward.

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