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Making clicks stick: Finding value in Facebook fans
Knape's Corner | March 7, 2010
Can a Facebook fan group really make a difference? Social networking often offers only passive activism with few actions to back up the clicks. (more)
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Van Andel Arena expansion approved
Knape's Corner | March 5, 2010
$1 million project will change face of downtown Grand Rapids venue. (more)
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'Mystery Project' developer Duane Faust submits Sim City graphic to illustrate new River Grand plan
Knape's Corner | March 1, 2010
Several businesses listed as "corporate partners" deny involvement. (more)
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Rough waters ---> great leadership!
President's Point of View: Diana R. Sieger's Blog | February 24, 2010
I've been struggling with a variety of situations and issues relating to community politics and GRCF strategies. How to convey this in this blog presents a challenge.
The original intent behind this blog initiated in January 2006 (4 years!) was to accomplish two things. #1: Offer a glimpse into the inner workings of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation - being transparent beyond the facts and figures bringing to life the background on issues staff and board believe are critical. #2: Provide... (more)
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A peek at plans for the former RHD Tire site in downtown Grand Rapids
Knape's Corner | February 23, 2010
Renderings show possible transformation of vacant Heartside buildings into work force housing. (more)
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Arnie's Restaurant still planning West Side comeback
Knape's Corner | February 22, 2010
Site of Leonard Street fire one of several locations being considered for reopening. (more)
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Dance Baby Dance!
Word on the Street | February 18, 2010
Hi Guys and Gals
This week has been steller. I just keep bumping into awesomeness and people who are excited, and getting involved, and frankly it makes my heart WARM. I hope that YOU are keeping warm and get a chance to get out and get involved this weekend 'cause it is going to be a doozey!
Word on the Street for February 17, 2010
THURSDAY!
At Founders on Thursday Night catch up with Ha Ha Tonka, Spencer Mulder and Oh Brave Youth. Spence Mulder was ALL OVER for a while and this is a great... (more)
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Brewery Vivant: New Holland Brewing co-founder plans new Cherry Street venture with Locus Development
Knape's Corner | February 18, 2010
$3 million project would bring new life to empty East Hills spot. (more)
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HopCat owner planning 2 new bars on Commerce Avenue in downtown Grand Rapids
Knape's Corner | February 18, 2010
Mark Sellers says Stella's Lounge, Viceroy would reinvigorate vacant Commerce Avenue building, open by May. (more)
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Grand Rapids' newest restaurant: Cinco de Mayo
Knape's Corner | February 17, 2010
It may have been Feb. 16, but it was Cinco de Mayo on Monroe Center as a new Mexican restaurant with that name opened in the former Herkner Jewelers spot in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. (more)
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Opening day for Cinco De Mayo on Monroe Center downtown Grand Rapids
Knape's Corner | February 16, 2010
Mexican restaurant fills void in central business district. (more)
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17 years later, Eastown's Kava House still brewing strong
Knape's Corner | February 16, 2010
Eastown coffeehouse still teaching Grand Rapids what good coffee can be. (more)
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Coming and going: The state of downtown Grand Rapids retail
Knape's Corner | February 10, 2010
A look at businesses that came and went over the past year (more)
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Music and LOVE are in the air....
Word on the Street | February 10, 2010
Heeeeyyy-o!
It is almost the weekend and things are bumping. Flowers and sweets are flying off the shelves everywhere and reservations are being made for nibbling and nookie. I fully embrace a consumerist holiday where the main premise is showing one's immeasurable feelings of LOVE with measurable gifts... because I really enjoy getting and GIVING presents... I have already picked up the totally awesome gift for Mr. Man and can't wait till Sunday to give it to him! Never-the-less, there is so... (more)
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Former RHD Tire site on South Division and Williams Street in Grand Rapids may turn into apartments
Knape's Corner | February 10, 2010
Brookstone Capital, with track-record of work downtown, eyes $11 million overhaul of three vacant buildings. (more)
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Pizza Hut returning to Eastown
Knape's Corner | February 9, 2010
New pizza and wings spot brings investment, new jobs to empty storefront. (more)