When classes end the renovations begin at Comstock Park Schools

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer

Friday, May 10th, 2013, 4:05pm

COMSTOCK PARK, Mich.— Construction crews will be hard at work in four schools this summer, remodeling them using funding from a 2011 bond.

The repairs and renovations at Greenridge Elementary include re-roofing a portion of the building, adding new concrete walkways near the main entrance, and repaving the entire parking lot.

At Pine Island, the playground and parking lots well be repaved, new interactive projectors will be added, and each room will get sensor-controlled lighting.

At Comstock Park High School, the toilet partitions in all restrooms will be replaced, new interactive projectors will be installed, and the library/media center will get new furniture, carpeting, technology and ceilings.

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American Cancer Society celebrates strength of survivors

Submitted by Comstock Park R... on Friday, May 10th, 3:22 pm

COMSTOCK PARK, Mich.- The American Cancer Society would like to extend an invitation to cancer survivors and their guest to a celebration reception.

On Friday, May 17, 2013 at 5 p.m., the American Cancer Society is hosting the annual Relay For Life of Comstock Park Cancer Survivors Reception. The reception will take place at Comstock Park High School, located at 150 Six Mile Rd.

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Grand Rapids Beer City USA 2013 - the time to vote is now!

Submitted by dvanderkooi on Thursday, May 9th, 9:00 am

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-- There is no question 2012 was great year for Grand Rapids and beer.

A record number of breweries opened, including Eastown’s Harmony, Mitten Brewing, and Grand Rapids Brewing Company as well as both Pike 51 and White Flame in Hudsonville, Perrin in Comstock Park and Rockford Brewing Company. Additionally, Grand Rapid’s most successful brewery, Founders, celebrated their 15 year anniversary in style which included the release of their 15% Bolt Cutter Barleywine. But perhaps the defining moment in 2012 was the nomination and securing of the title Beer City USA in a tied vote along with previous year victors Asheville, North Carolina.

Read Article: http://www.imabeerhound.com/michigan-brewery-news/grand-rapids-beer-city-usa-2013-the-time-to-vote-is-now.html

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Comstock Park will "Paint the Town Purple" for the Month of May!

Submitted by Comstock Park R... on Wednesday, May 8th, 9:00 am

COMSTOCK PARK, Mich.- If you drive down West River Drive in Downtown Comstock Park, don't be alarmed to find that our Panther green and gold has been replaced with purple.

Purple banners currently adorn the lampposts throughout the Comstock Park business district. The purple banners are part of the "Paint the Town Purple" campaign that was launched Wednesday, May 1, 2013 by the Relay For Life of Comstock Park Committee.

Alpine Township and Plainfield Township have signed proclamations to declare the month of May "Paint the Town Purple Month", which includes the entire Comstock Park area. The Relay For Life of Comstock Park Committee is asking all Comstock Park residents and businesses to participate in the event by decorating themselves, storefronts, houses, cars, etc. purple on May 10.

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Dining to donate: Enjoy a meal that's filling and fulfilling!

Submitted by Comstock Park R... on Tuesday, May 7th, 9:00 am

COMSTOCK PARK, Mich. - Alpplebee's, located at 3851 Alpine Ave., will donate a portion of sales to Relay for Life of Comstock Park on May 9.

If you dine at Applebee's Alpine Avenue location, a portion of your bill will be donated to Relay For Life Team Tyler. You must present a flyer to your sever for your donation to be counted. Flyers are available by clicking Team Tyler Flyer.

Present this flyer to your server on May 9th, 2013

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Outdoor Market opening Saturday features nearly 70 businesses (list included)

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer

Friday, May 3rd, 2013, 9:00am

Outdoor Market opening Saturday features nearly 70 businesses (list included)

Grand Rapids’ long-awaited Downtown Outdoor Market opens Saturday, May 4, with the help of many businesses from West Michigan.

The 25,000 square foot site is the first LEED-certified market in the country. When the market’s indoor space opens this summer, it will include a restaurant, brewery, farmer’s market, retail shops, commercial kitchen, rooftop greenhouse, and the country’s first hands-on kitchen for children.

The outdoor market will be open Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is located at 435 Ionia SW.

According to the Downtown Market’s Web page, this year’s vendors include:

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WAVE Award nominations open

Submitted by mkennedy on Thursday, May 2nd, 9:00 am

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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