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Rising star - Lamarr Sherills's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-29-2011 under NONPROFITS

Lamarr wants to continue being a role model and make his family proud as he graduates high school and goes to Ferris State University.

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Walking tour of historic Oakhill Cemetery set for Saturday, September 10

Submitted 08-28-2011 under NONPROFITS

Join the Grand Rapids Historical Society on a free walking tour of historic Oakhill Cemetery on Saturday, Sept. 10, considered the city's grandest historic cemeteries that opened in 1859.

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Engineering a career - Fernando Pichardo's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-26-2011 under NONPROFITS

As a skilled athlete and student, Fernando Pichardo wants to pursue engineering at the University of Michigan.

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Catalyst Radio: Garfield Park hosts the 38th Arts and Crafts Fair

Submitted 08-26-2011 under NONPROFITS

On Sept. 10, Garfield Park will be packed with creativity in an event that has historically drawn up to 10,000 attendees.

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Striving for success - Yarisbel Segura's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-24-2011 under NONPROFITS

Although Yarisbel Segura was not born in Michigan, it did not stop her from graduating nor making friends.

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Living life anew - Phuong Nguyen's journey to graduation

Submitted 08-24-2011 under NONPROFITS

Phuong Nguyen was encouraged and helped to break through language obstacles in high school.

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Glance at the Past - Cigars

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

Glance at the Past - Cigars

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Literacy Center of West Michigan Family Literacy Program Thrives at Head Start

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

Literacy Center of West Michigan and Head Start for Kent County Continues Partnership to Provide Family Literacy Program

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Playing for keeps - Eli Rodas' journey to graduation

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

Graduating high school and pursuing college is music to Eli Rodas' ears.

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GRPS student-athletes, coaches, athletic directors honored at All Sports All Coaches Conference

Submitted 08-23-2011 under NONPROFITS

GRPS recently held an All Sports All Coaches Conference to formally share the district's new athletic direction and to recognize a number of student-athletes, athletic staff, and community partners.

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