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How fixing sinks can be an act of mercy

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By Charley Honey | The Grand Rapids Press

November 07, 2009, 4:00AM
Home Repair Services strives to make "Kent County look like God's kingdom." Full story »

Editorial: School bus bungle

By The Grand Rapids Press Editorial Board

November 07, 2009, 9:00AM
Michigan’s school bus inspection program has promoted safety for public and private school students for 20 years. Failing to fund it is yet another way Lansing lawmakers let schools down in the budget process this year. It’s not too late for legislators to pull over, pop the hood and fix this by funding a stripped-down, efficient program. The current version... Full story »

Are sex-offender laws in need of reform?

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By Troy Reimink | The Grand Rapids Press

November 06, 2009, 12:25PM
A Muskegon-area man succeeded this week in having his name removed from the state's registry. Full story »

Photos of the Week

By Cory Olsen | The Grand Rapids Press

November 06, 2009, 11:20AM
Rockford's Jacob Banaszak pumps his fist and lifts up teammate Nick Smythe after Smythe scored in the second half versus East Kentwood Friday at Rockford. (Cory Olsen | The Grand Rapids Press) Full story »

Photos of the Week

By Cory Olsen | The Grand Rapids Press

November 06, 2009, 11:20AM
West Catholic's Steve O'Rourke stops Catholic Central running back Dan Quinn in the backfield during their Friday playoff game at West Catholic High. (Paul L. Newby II | The Grand Rapids Press) Full story »
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By Cory Olsen | The Grand Rapids Press

November 06, 2009, 11:20AM
Gary Allen opens for Dierks Bentley Sunday night at Van Andel Arena. (Emily Zoladz | The Grand Rapids Press) Full story »

Photos of the Week

By Cory Olsen | The Grand Rapids Press

November 06, 2009, 11:19AM
Grandvalley state's James Berezik stops Northern Michigan's D.J Oke during their game Saturday. (Delbridge Langdon Jr. | The Grand Rapids Press) Full story »

Belle Isle: How to manage Detroit's island beauty

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By Model D

November 06, 2009, 11:11AM
Belle Isle deserves a nuanced conversation as to its funding and management -- not one that begins and ends at whether or not there should be an entrance fee or become a Huron-Clinton Metropark. There are many options to consider for preserving, protecting and enhancing Detroit's island park. Full story »

Pete Hoekstra, Vern Ehlers poised to vote no on health care reform bill; Hoekstra rallies troops in opposition

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By Jeff Cranson | The Grand Rapids Press

November 06, 2009, 10:29AM
U.S. House of Representatives moves toward a vote on a sweeping health-care reform bill Saturday. Full story »

A DIY backyard wedding

By Jacqueline Lebowitz / Brides.com: Wedded Bits

November 06, 2009, 9:30AM
Think a reception at home won't be...special enough? The easygoing, enchanting touches in our "Homecoming" feature, including flatware wrapped in bandanas, carafes of champagne and cherries, and floral coasters, are guaranteed to turn any backyard into a charming wedding venue. Bonus for all you DIYers: we've got hands-on details aplenty, from "chandeliers" to tablecloths.  Full story »

Editorial: The tremors from Tuesday

By The Grand Rapids Press Editorial Board

November 06, 2009, 9:00AM
Drawing profound conclusions from limited data is dangerous anywhere, including in off-year elections. Results from Tuesday’s local and state balloting — whether in Virginia’s governor’s race or the battle for the Grand Rapids Board of Library Commissioners — were in large part matters of parochial concern and distinct personalities, not broad messages. Of course, that has not stopped Republicans and... Full story »

Former Grandville couple stationed at Fort Hood: Shooting was 'just crazy'

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By Nardy Baeza Bickel | The Grand Rapids Pr...

November 05, 2009, 7:14PM
Family had canceled plans to be at one the buildings where shooting occurred. Full story »

Actress Jane Seymour visits Grand Rapids, shares her 'open heart philosophy'

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By Lorilee Craker | The Grand Rapids Press

November 05, 2009, 5:16PM
The actress' maxim has guided her painting, jewelry design and her vision of helping others. Full story »

Health care reform, Republican-style

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By Troy Reimink | The Grand Rapids Press

November 05, 2009, 12:00PM
Is House Republican version of health care bill attempt at reform or political stunt? Full story »

Editorial: The Rev. Lyman Parks: A true leader

By The Grand Rapids Press Editorial Board

November 05, 2009, 9:00AM
Long before the Rev. Lyman Parks became Grand Rapids’ first black mayor and a seminal figure in city history, he proved he wasn’t willing to wait. He proposed to his wife, Cleo, on their first date, a union that lasted 65 years, bearing nine children and leading to many grandchildren, including current Grand Rapids City Clerk Lauri Parks. The Rev.... Full story »
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