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Bagels are key to success for local man

Submitted by WZZM13, News Staff
Friday, June 17th, 2011, 11:11am

GRANDVILLE, Mich. (WZZM)- As the saying goes, necessity is the mother of all invention. That could not be more true for local entrepreneur, Benjamin Robinson who turned his hardship into a now thriving business.

Those who know Robinson describe him as the epitome of perseverance, mostly because when Robinson got down on his luck he decided to make his own.

"I said hey what do I have to lose," said Robinson.

In the wee hours of the morning, before, even the sun is ready to rise, Robinson and a small but efficient crew can be found in hard at work in kitchen leased out of the back of a Grandville restaurant. The men start at at 10 p.m. and spend the next several hours "rolling in the dough."

"We are in the stage where everything is now beyond what we expected," he said. "We are excited about what we are doing ."

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The Zoo Comes to You!

Submitted by KDL on Friday, June 17th, 10:20 am
The Zoo Comes to You!

Tuesday, June 28, 10:00 AM – Grandville branch

If you can’t get to the zoo this summer, then visit your local KDL branch! Z’s Kids Club will bring the zoo to you with live animals at the library. This program will feature animal demonstrations, fun and interesting facts, and animal biofacts (skulls, furs, etc.).  This program is for families with children ages 5 and up, and each attendee will leave with a take-home bookmark.

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Master Arts Theatre presents "Treasure Island"

Submitted by Christopher Morse, Community Web Producer
Thursday, June 16th, 2011, 7:53am
Master Arts Theatre presents "Treasure Island"

June 17 - 18, Hudsonville High School

In search of buried treasure on a distant and mysterious island, this classic coming-of-age story is complete with stolen map, pirates, swashbuckling battles, betrayal, and the infamous Long John Silver, who just may be the "devil hisself."

Friday and Saturday at 7:00 PM, Saturday at 3:00 PM

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Unity Christian blanks Orchard View to reach soccer finals

Submitted by Dan Harland, WZZM 13 Sports Anchor
Wednesday, June 15th, 2011, 8:57pm

HOLTON, Mich. (WZZM) - Unity Christian's drive for a seventh straight girls soccer state championship will extend to the final weekend of the season.

The Crusaders shut out Orchard View 6-0 in a Division 3 state semifinal Wednesday night at Holton High School.

Unity (24-1-1) broke a scoreless tie on Michaela Osborne's conversion of a corner kick 23 minutes into the first half.

The Crusaders led 5-0 at halftime.

Unity Christian advances to Saturday's state championship game against Flint Powers Catholic at MSU.

Unity beat Powers in the 2007 and 2009 state championship games.

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Local Mary Kay Representative , Becky Caminiti gives back to troops!

Submitted by Christopher Morse, Community Web Producer
Wednesday, June 15th, 2011, 12:43pm

From: http://www.grandvillejenisonchamber.com

Throughout her life Mary Kay Ash showed others how to live. And how to give. This month I am inviting you to join me in giving back to our troops! "Operation Sunscreen" is a program designed to get much needed sun protection products to our troops in the Middle East. My efforts combined with the efforts of Soldier's Angels ensures that 100% of the donated monies will reach the men and women overseas diligently serving our country. Soldier’s Angels is a volunteer-led 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing aid and comfort to the men and women of the United States Army, Marines, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and their families My goal is to obtain as many donations as possible from our community and my client base! I am committed to donating 75 sun care sets by June 20, 2011!

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Man wanted for credit card theft in Grandville

Submitted by WZZM13, News Staff
Tuesday, June 14th, 2011, 2:35pm

GRANDVILLE, Mich. (WZZM)- Grandville Police are asking the public to help them find a man wanted for credit card theft.

Police say the victim's credit card was stolen some time on June 13th.  The victim doesn't know where it was stolen but the suspect was photographed using it at an area gas station.

If you recognize the man in the picture call Grandville Police at 616-538-6110 or Silent Observer at 616-774-2345.

 

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Relax to Some Cool Music!

Submitted by KDL on Tuesday, June 14th, 7:59 am
Relax to Some Cool Music!

Thursday, June 23, 7:00 PM – Grandville branch

Enjoy some summer sounds this season at KDL! People of all ages will enjoy Marimbamania!, a culturally-based musical performance presenting music and marimbas from around the world. Virtuoso marimbist David Hall brings 20 years of experience to this unique educational program. Musical selections are performed on authentic marimbas and vintage xylophones.  Audiences interact through singing, dancing, and rhythmic clapping.

Enjoy music and pictures of a live Marimbamania performance!

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