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Teenagers are protesting, since when have they cared?

Submitted 05-10-2012 under OPINION

On May 3rd local youth took a stand, protesting and showing everyone they care about their education.

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Eat the Real Food

Submitted 05-07-2012 under OPINION

For real food and feeling, try the Real Food Café.

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How long will we wait?

Submitted 04-28-2012 under OPINION

Co-Executive Darel Ross shares his thoughts on recent youth shooting and what it means for parents, communities and systems.

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Believe 2 Become Central Zone hosts Family Fun Night

Submitted 04-28-2012 under NONPROFITS

Family Fun Night creates space for families to come together, access educational opportunities, play games and celebrate together.

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Feel the love for the Rapidian at Brewery Vivant this Sunday

Submitted 04-27-2012 under OPINION

Celebrate The Rapidian Spring Fund Drive this Sunday at Brewery Vivant.

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The power of neighborhood engagement in driving a movement

Submitted 04-25-2012 under NONPROFITS

Parents, neighbors, schools and a host of community organizations are becoming a force for change in the lives of children.

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Poet Li-Young Lee speaks at Calvin College

Submitted 04-25-2012 under LOCAL LIFE

On Saturday, April 20, poet Li-Young Lee spoke at Calvin College during the Festival of Faith and Writing.

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Shoutout to the Rapidian: Join the fund drive!

Submitted 04-24-2012 under NONPROFITS

Join us in supporting The Rapidian: the hyperlocal news source powered by the people of Grand Rapids.

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The dirt on disposable diapers

Submitted 04-23-2012 under OPINION

Parents' choices have big impacts on the environment. Local children's store, Hopscotch, dishes on the realities of cloth diapering versus disposables.

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Baxter Greenhouse Initiative: Growing more than greens

Submitted 04-22-2012 under NEWS

Baxter Community Center is opening its first ever greenhouse for the growing season. Through the Greenhouse Initiative, they're raising awareness about urban agriculture and educating the community about gardening and nutrition.

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