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New Eastown eatery will serve up all local, all the time

Submitted 06-29-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Trillium Haven, a "farm-to-table" restaurant, opens July 7.

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ROWSTER owner steps in "Regular" direction

Submitted 06-25-2012 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Local coffee shop owner Kurt Stauffer shares his journey of learning, owning and simplifying coffee.

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"Rain in a Dry Land" to screen at Wealthy Theatre tonight

Submitted 06-20-2012 under NEWS

The film grasps the hardships refugees go through in their villages and what they endure once they resettle in America.

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Community conversation at Congress Elementary could contribute to policies

Submitted 06-18-2012 under OPINION

Attendees of a community conversation asked questions about how we value: are they treated children equally and are we prioritizing their needs?

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Chinese proverbs, sayings come alive thanks to Calvin profs

Submitted 06-18-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

Calvin College profs translate and explain many Chinese proverbs and sayings.

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Abortion the hot topic at city commission meeting

Submitted 06-13-2012 under NEWS

A push to further define the types of abortion allowed under city healthcare plans falls flat.

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Nourish Organic Market continues to expand offerings

Submitted 06-07-2012 under NEWS

After nearly a year in business, Nourish Organic Market continues to grow in its food offerings to Grand Rapidians, like their bulk food section, expanded freezer space and a display kitchen.

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Southeast Area Farmers Market to open this weekend

Submitted 06-07-2012 under NONPROFITS

Southeast Area Farmers' Market is Fridays June 15 at GR Ford School, 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. and at Garfield Park on Saturdays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Accepts EBT, Bridge Cards, WIC and Double Up Food Bucks.

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Say hello to The Rapidian's latest interns

Submitted 06-05-2012 under OPINION

Get to know our Summer 2012 interns and welcome them to our Rapidian family.

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Alger Heights couple turns sweet hobby into community-focused business

Submitted 06-01-2012 under INNOVATION-SPOTLIGHT

Steve and Mellisa Verstrate put a unique spin on cupcakes in Alger Heights. They continue to expand their offerings while always keeping the community in mind by providing gluten-free and vegan offerings and sourcing their cafe with local ingredients.

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