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Google Passes On Grand Rapids
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Liz Taylor Diamonds To Be Auctioned Off
Got to wondering about Elizabeth Taylor's jewelry collection. The actress loved her brilliant baubles. Now's that she gone, what will be come of these beautiful pieces? Some will probably go to family, but People Magazine is reporting that Taylor's brilliant collection-- estimated in part to be worth $150 Million -- will be auctioned by Christie's in the near future.
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Social Media: The Good, The Bad & Your Kids
The biggest difference between my generation and the generation of my kids is how we connect with friends. (Not to worry, this isn't another one of those back-in-the-day stories) When I was growing up we didn't have things like facebook, smartphones or even computers. So we "hung out" with our friends, talked to them on the phone, even sent letters in the mail. Who does that anymore? Nobody. Kids these days go to social media websites like Facebook, they tweet on Twitter and they text on their iPhones. It's different, but it's what they know and its what their generation does to connect. But is it good for them?
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Hot Dogs Healthier Than Grilled Chicken
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Paul Newman’s Tribute To Elizabeth Taylor
Paul Newman had much to say about former co-star, Elizabeth Taylor. Now that both of them are gone, there is much we can learn from his tribute.
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Why The Big Fuss Over Liz Taylor
Some of my younger officemates say they've heard of Elizabeth Taylor, but they don't understand why she's famous. Take a look at this video I found on youtube and you'll begin to understand the starlet's beauty and why America's attention was captured by her
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Population Up In West Michigan; Down In GR
While the state of Michigan lost population during the last decade, West Michigan was the bright spot showing growth in Kent and Ottawa Counties. Population in Kent County increased almost 5 percent; while in Ottawa County it was up 11 percent.
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Elizabeth Taylor Dies at 79
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All My Children Could Be Cancelled
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Goodbye ‘Tags, Hello ‘Pay As You Throw’ Trash
It's a change that been 38 years in the making. The city of Grand Rapids hopes to phase out its tags and trash bags for a more modern system aimed at reducing cost and encouraging Grand Rapids residents to recycle. On paper it makes sense. Every household will be issued a 35, 64
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Freezing Rain & Winter Storm Warning Tonite
We throw out the welcome mat for Spring and look what happens; Old Man Winter thinks its for him and he comes stormin' back. The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids has issued a winter storm
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Spring Is Here, But Warm Weather Is Not
I'm so ready for spring. but with the weather turning colder in the next couple of days, Spring is not ready for us. Temperatures will be in the 40's thru Thursday and slip into the 30's for the weekend