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Providing Justice for Agricultural Workers


Shelley Irwin: A purveyor of all things good


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The Second Go-Around for Prospecto

Last year's event, The Prospecto Musical Showcase and Sonic Experience, was a trial. This year, it's back and it's different. Rapid Growth's Nick Manes reports on what this year's revamp has in store.

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Tree Huggers is More than A Store

Earth-friendly retail Tree Huggers is more than just a store, according to proprietor Angela Topp. It's about education and community as well. With the opening of her second store -- the first in Holland and now one in East Hills -- Topp spreads her knowledge and mission of environmentalism and green living.

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ArtPrize 2011 Sampler

Take a look at some of Rapid Growth's favorite works in ArtPrize 2011 -- another grand event on a grand scale.

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G-Sync: But Is It Art? (Learning To Love The Questions)

ArtPrize raises as many eyebrows as they do questions in year three and according to G-Sync's Lifestyle Editor Tommy Allen, this might not be a bad thing.

City approves proposed $27M Grand Rapids Urban Market for next step, could see early 2013 opening


Elk Brewing to brew up beers, ciders, meads in former restaurant on Grand Rapids’ Wealthy Street


Uptown Kitchen invests Grand Rapids 5x5 winnings in licensed public commercial kitchen in Eastown


A Quiet Do-Gooder: Eddie Tadlock


Local Children Making a Difference in India