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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.

 The homes in the Stone Crest neighborhood will also contain latex paint and primer that contain no volatile organic compounds.

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

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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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City waste drop-off May 10 and May 11

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Friday, May 10th, 2013, 3:30pm
City waste drop-off May 10 and May 11

GRANDVILLE, Mich.—The city of Grandville is helping residents with their spring cleaning this weekend.

May 10 and May 11, residents may bring yard waste, brush, scrap metal, appliances (without Freon), electronics and concrete to the Department of Public Works for disposal.  Only one load per a household will be accepted, and proof of residency will be required.

The Department of Public Works is located at 4095 White Street. Drop-off hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. May 10, and 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11. 

Items that will not be accepted include furniture, residential construction waste, shingles, treated wood, garbage, household trash and fencing.  If you have hazardous waste, call Kent County DPW Resource Recovery at (616) 336-2570 for proper disposal instructions.  For more information, visit the city of Grandville’s website or call (616) 538-1990.

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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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Discover the Grand River's secrets while aboard the Grand Lady

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Monday, April 29th, 2013, 2:46pm
Discover the Grand River's secrets while aboard the Grand Lady

 

 

JENISON, Mich.—The Grand Lady Riverboat is taking over the Grand River May 16.

For $10, visitors can board the paddle wheel boat to take in the wildlife along and on the Grand River, while speakers detail special features and landmarks along the way.   Two trips are being offered, at 1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.

The Grand Lady will leave from the boat launch at the Grand River Park boat launch area, in Jenison.  The boat’s main cabin is handicap accessible.  No food or beverages will be allowed on board, but ticket holders are encouraged to bring a jacket, binoculars and a camera.

To reserve a spot aboard the Grand Lady, visit the Friends of Ottawa County Parks’ website.

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"Be Nice" Event at RiverTown Mall

Submitted by Kal Kamyszek, Part-time Blogger, Part-time Receptionist & Cook on "In the Kitchen w/Kal"
Sunday, April 28th, 2013, 10:09am
"Be Nice" Event at RiverTown Mall

“Be Nice Bench” is only one of many that is being displayed in RiverTown Mall through May 1st. Students from Grandville High School, Austin Rankin, Sarah Trumbull and Joslyn Smith, along with their art teacher Debra Kreuyer, created a simple bench to represent the school. The exhibit is based on the Mental Health Foundation of W. Michigan anti-bullying initiative.

Grandville’s Middle School created a bench as well along with Rockford High School, E. Grand Rapids High School, Zeeland West High School, Harrison Park Middle School, Westwood Middle School, Spring Lake High School, Lowell High School, Godwin Middle School, and Timberland Charter Academy in Muskegon.

On May 1st, a live Art Event with local artists painting benches in the common area will precede the auction of the benches at 6:00pm. All proceeds from this auction will go to the Mental Health Foundation of W.

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Grandville-Jenison flood Community Clean Up Saturday

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Friday, April 26th, 2013, 2:10pm
Grandville-Jenison flood Community Clean Up Saturday

GRANDVILLE, Mich.—Community members are encouraged to help victims of the recent flooding clean up on Saturday, April 27.

The “Community Clean Up” will take place in two shifts, starting at 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. Volunteers can report to the Grandville-Jenison Chamber Office, located at 2939 Wilson Ave., Suite 106 in Grandville.  Volunteers and home owners will be asked to sign a waiver.

For more information about the effort, or to sign someone up for help, visit the Grandville Jenison Chamber’s website, or contact Sandy Leblanc at sandy@grandjen.com or by phone, at (616) 531-8890. 

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