Opinion

How to grow food successfully: it can't be that hard!

Submitted 06-04-2013 under OPINION

The trick to successful food gardening is simple, and Our Kitchen Table is ready to share it.

Citizen journalists learn key interviewing skills through doing

Submitted 06-03-2013 under OPINION

We who report for The Rapidian may start out intimidated about interviewing. I interviewed fellow reporters Allison Arnold, Steven Davison and Jennifer Voss to compare notes on how to successfully interview our subjects.

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The Local Feed: Asparagus comes to local markets

Submitted 05-31-2013 under OPINION

The Local Feed on WYCE talks about asparagus season in Michigan and how to use it in recipes.

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After nearly a decade Cabildo's party still going strong

Submitted 05-31-2013 under OPINION

Grand Rapids' Cabildo brings unique style of latin influenced music to a series of upcoming summer performances.

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Stoner Taco to provide unique offerings at Local First Street Party

Submitted 05-29-2013 under OPINION

BarFly Ventures talks about their foray into novelty cuisine: Stoner Taco will be featured as a food vendor at the Local First Street Party.

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Re:STATE transforms city block to better serve neighborhood needs

Submitted 05-23-2013 under OPINION

Urban advocates transformed State Street into a destination filled with useful public spaces, several local shops and various events.

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Join us: Celebrate your community

Submitted 05-19-2013 under OPINION

The Rapidian expands my neighborhood, and connects me to the broader community around me. Join me in supporting their grassroots, people-powered efforts.

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Join us: Storytelling as city-building

Submitted 05-18-2013 under OPINION

The Rapidian is a platform not only for the placemakers, but for the "place shakers." Join me in supporting The Rapidian during their spring fund drive that runs through this weekend.

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