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'Healthier Home' featured during Spring Parade of Homes

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Monday, May 20th, 2013, 4:24pm
'Healthier Home' featured during Spring Parade of Homes

ROCKFORD, Mich.—One of West Michigan’s first “Healthier Homes” will be on display during the 2013 Grand Rapids Spring Parade of Homes.

The home, located at 9309 Stone View Drive, is part of Sable Homes’ Stone Crest development in Rockford.  The 2,242 square foot house is the first of its kind in West Michigan to feature AirRenew gypsum board walls, which purify the air for 75 years, converting contaminants like formaldehyde into safe inert compounds. The walls are also moisture and mold resistant. It also contains latex paint and primer that  are free of volatile organic compounds.

The Spring Parade of Homes runs May 24 through June 8.  Tickets start at $10.

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Bikers Against Breast Cancer looking for riders for Headlight Run

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Monday, May 20th, 2013, 2:58pm
Bikers Against Breast Cancer looking for riders for Headlight Run

A group of West Michigan bikers are helping in the battle against breast cancer.

This is the third year for the Bikers Against Breast Cancer Headlight Run.  Proceeds from the June 8th event will benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure West Michigan.  The ride starts at Teazers Bar and Grille on Ottawa Avenue NW Grand Rapids.  Bikers will make stops at Pete’s Grill & Tavern in Byron Center, as well as Champs in Coopersville.  The fundraiser includes food, auctions and a raffle.

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Creston High hockey player accomplishes a school district first

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Friday, May 17th, 2013, 1:06pm

A Creston High School junior is on her way to the Meijer State Games.

Cynthia Davis, who is also the Grand Rapids Flames varsity hockey associate captain, earned a spot on the 19 and under girls/women’s Team West.  Her team will compete against three other teams made up of athletes from across the state. 

Davis is the first hockey player from Grand Rapids Public Schools to take part in the fourth annual event.  She was selected after an on-ice tryout earlier this month.

The Meijer State Games of Michigan 19u Girls/Women’s Hockey Tournament will be held June 21 through June 23 at the Georgetown Ice Arena in Hudsonville.  The competition is a signature event of the West Michigan Sports Commission, and includes opening ceremonies, a parade of athletes and the lighting of the cauldron.

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WAVE Award nominations open

Submitted by mkennedy on Thursday, May 2nd, 9:00 am
WAVE Award nominations open

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-- Experience Grand Rapids and the Kent County Lodging Association have opened the 6th Annual WAVE Award nominations.

The annual awards program recognizes outstanding service providers in the Grand Rapids and Kent County hospitality industry. Nominations will be accepted from employers and guests from April 30 to Oct.7, 2013. One award will be presented in each of the following categories: Transportation, Retail & Service, Attractions/Events, and Nightlife. New categories to the 2013 awards program include: Restaurants/Breweries, Lodging, and Volunteer in Hospitality.

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The American Red Cross' origins and how you can help

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Friday, April 26th, 2013, 1:59pm
The American Red Cross' origins and how you can help

 

World Red Cross Day is May 8, and the organization is encouraging you to celebrate its founder’s birthday by donating blood.

Henry Dunant founded the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement after witnessing a bloody battle in Solferino, Italy in 1859. Dunant, a Swiss businessman, organized local people to come to the aid of the injured soldiers.  When he returned to Geneva, he called for the creation of a national volunteer relief society to help during wartime.  Today, more than 180 Red Cross and Red Crescent societies exist worldwide.

If you’d like to donate blood, these are the scheduled drives through May 29: 

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Premiere choral group performing in Grand Rapids May 3

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Friday, April 26th, 2013, 9:00am
Premiere choral group performing in Grand Rapids May 3

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.— One of the most awarded choral groups in the world is coming to Grand Rapids.

MADZ is teaming up with the Philippine Madrigal Singers from Manila for a May 3 benefit concert hosted by the West Michigan Asian American Association.  The performance is in honor of Asian Pacific Heritage Month.

MADZ’s repertoire includes Renaissance and classical music, international folk songs, and even opera.

The concert will take place at the Basilica of St. Adalbert, located at 701 Fourth Street NW in Grand Rapids at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20.  For more information, contact Minnie Morey at (616) 481-6194 or email info@wm-aaa.org .

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Annual Indoor Green Market and Info Expo

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger
Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013, 10:16am
Annual Indoor Green Market and Info Expo

Visit the Main Library located at 111 Library Street NE in Grand Rapids on Saturday, April 27 from 10am to 3pm to discover the crafts of Michigan-made recycled material and learn ways about living green in Grand Rapids.

This is the opportunity to check out unique Michigan hand-made recycled jewelry, accessories and art, along with browsing through fresh organic fruits & vegetables, not to mention the Local (Green) organizations will have information booths to learn energy efficiency & repair tips and more.

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