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Beauty, abstract: ACT apprentice Mary Scovel

Submitted 04-24-2017 under NONPROFITS

Take a closer look at ACT apprentice Mary Scovel - her inspiration, her creation, and her goals.

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Recycling Grand Rapids - changes and challenges

Submitted 04-21-2017 under LOCAL LIFE

How does Grand Rapids adapt to changes to the recycling processes and recycling goals for the next decade?

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Staycation: Kendall College, Cook Arts Center partner for Spring Break Art Camp

Submitted 04-18-2017 under NONPROFITS

Over the first week of April, a group of Cook Arts Center students enjoyed their spring break by attending a four-day art camp. The camp was held in partnership with Kendall College of Art and Design (KCAD)

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Teachers want to be heard

Submitted 04-13-2017 under OPINION

Michigan’s final state plan for implementing the country’s new federal education law will be on its way to Washington next month. Teaching is one of the strongest influences on student learning, so our voices must be heard in matters concerning school performance and professional development.

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Kaleidoscope of feeling: ACT apprentice Tyler Vonitter

Submitted 04-11-2017 under NONPROFITS

Take a closer look at art apprentice Tyler Vonitter – his inspiration, his creation, and his goals.

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Meet Civic Investor Paola Mendivil: Champion of Grand Rapids, Latina community

Submitted 04-10-2017 under VOICES

Paola Mendivil is part of a local family business, an advocate for Latina women in the community and a champion of diversity. Learn more about her in this Civic Investor profile during our Spring Fund Drive.

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Kent County Parks Foundation is dedicated to growing our park, trail systems

Submitted 04-05-2017 under NONPROFITS

This week's episode of NPO Showcase features Kent County Parks Foundation which raises money, support and awareness for the Kent County parks system

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ACT hosts the eighth annual ACTion Art exhibit

Submitted 03-20-2017 under NONPROFITS

ACTion Art delivers a unique opportunity for the Grand Rapids art community. Learn more about the impactful exhibit below.

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Inspiration everywhere: ACT apprentice Reed Lewis

Submitted 03-17-2017 under NONPROFITS

Take a closer look at art apprentice Reed Lewis – his inspiration, his creation, and his goals.

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"Cook Library Scholars", un programa de apoyo para jóvenes, se transforma en una segunda familia

Submitted 03-09-2017 under NONPROFITS

Más que una fuente de apoyo académico, el programa les da consuelo a los estudiantes y sus familias durante momentos difíciles y les anima a enfrentar los desafíos.

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