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Posted: 05/07/2008 |
Rockford Public Schools Election Results
Bond Proposal: Passed -- School Board Seats: Tamara Schollaart & Randall Sellhorn
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- The Rockford Public Schools has passed their Bond Prosposal which will generate an additional $45.8 Million For Building, Technology, & Facility Upgrades. The bond proposal, which passed by a 55% to 45% margin, will cover the following upgrades below. Additionally, the 2 school boards seats open will be filled by Tamara Schollaart and Randall Sellhorn, who garned 40% and 33% of the vote respectively.
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Bond Proposal Breakdown - Total Votes (5,739)
Yes: 3,177 (55%) No: 2,562 (45%)
$32.1 Million - Upgrades to 6 Elementary Schools
$7.3 Million - Techology Upgrades
$6.4 Million - Athletic Facility Upgrades
School Board Election (Winners in Green)
Tamara Schollaart - 3,420 Votes (40%)
Randall Sellhorn - 2,892 Votes (33%)
Jason Clauser - 2,384 Votes (27%)
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Posted: 05/06/2008 |
Summer Day Camp - Equest Center For Therapeutic Riding
Starting June 16th, 2008 - Sign Up Now
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- The Equest Center For Therapeutic Riding will be offer weeklong Summer Day camps for horse lovers of all ages and abilities. Classes will include daily riding lessons; instruction in horse care and feeding; proper tack selection; basic veterinary skills; driving lessons; games and crafts with horse themes and Much More! Plus, all campers will participate in a horse show on Friday, parents and spectators are welcome!
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Cost: $200 Per Session
Session 1: June 16 - 20 Session 2: June 23 - 27
Session 3: July 7 - 11 Session 4: July 14 - 18
Session 5: July 21 - 25
Each session will run from 9:00am-2:00pm Mon-Fri.
Where: Equest Center For Therapeutic Riding (View Map)
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Posted: 05/01/2008 |
Bangz Hair Salon Moving to a New Location!!!
May 8th, 2008
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- On Thursday, May 8th, Bangz Hair Salon will be moving to a new location in downtown Rockford, 17 Squires Street. The move will allow Bangz room for expansion and the addition of salon services.
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What: Bangz Hair Salon Moving to a New Location
When: May 8th, 2008
Where: 17 Squires St. (View Map)
For more information on Bangz Hair Salon, please visit their listing on TheRockfordNetwork.com by clicking below...
Bangz Hair Salon on TheRockfordNetwork.com
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Posted: 04/24/2008 |
Improvements Planned for Versluis Park!!!
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- Plainfield Township is pleased to announce that Versluis Park will be undergoing improvements to make the park more accessible to people with disabilities...
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What: Versluis Park Improvements
Plainfield Township is plesed to announce that with help from a grant from the state of Michigan's Recreation and Park Association Foundation that it will be replacing the existing wood chips in the park's playground area with a permanent rubber surface as well as a "ramping system".
The improvements to the park will allow for increased access to the park for people with disabilities.
To learn more about Versluis Park, please visit our area parks and recreation page on TheRockfordNetwork.com by clicking below...
Rockford Area Parks & Recreation
Versluis Park Opens for the Summer on May 25th, 2008
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Posted: 04/24/2008 |
Wolverine Worldwide Grand Opening Celebration!!!
May 8th, 2008: 3:30pm-7:30pm |
- The Wolverine Worldwide YMCA is pleased to announce its Grand Opening Celebration to celebrate the recent improvements to the facility...
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What: YMCA Grand Opening Celebration
Where: Wolverine Worldwide YMCA
6555 Jupiter Ave.
Belmont, MI 49306
When: May 8th, 2008 (3:30pm-7:30pm)
The Wolverine Worldwide YMCA will be hosting a Grand Opening Celebration on Thursday, May 5th to celebrate the over 14,000 sq. ft. of brand new additions to the YMCA.
The public is invited to take a tour of the brand new facilities that include a new track, cardio room, wellness center, rock climbing wall, gym, locker rooms, and much more...
To learn more about the YMCA, please click below...
Wolverine Worldwide Family YMCA
Special: Join by May 8th and Save $50.00
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Posted: 04/17/2008 |
New Section: Apartments, Condos, & Townhomes
Visit it on TheRockfordNetwork.com |
- TheRockfordNetwork.com is pleased to bring the area residents its newest informational resource, Rockford Apartments, Condos, and Townhomes.
Whether For Rent, For Lease, or For Sale, the Apartments and Condos section is the Rockford area's most in-depth and detailed resource for housing options in the Rockford, Belmont, and Northern Grand Rapids areas...
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What: Apartments, Condos, & Townhomes Section
Where: Online at TheRockfordNetwork.com
To learn more about the many housing options in the Rockford, MI and surrounding areas, please visit our Apartments and Condos section by clicking below...
Rockford, MI - Apartments, Condos, & Townhomes
As information becomes available, we will continue to add resources to the section. If you have any additional information or resources regarding housing options in the area, feel free to contact us and we will post the information...
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Posted: 04/15/2008 |
Registration is Open: Rockford Community Education Services
2008 Spring and Summer Classes |
- Rockford Community Services is pleased to announce that signup and registration for all spring community education classes is open starting April 14th online and April 18th by mail, fax, or in person...
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Event: Spring & Summer Community Ed. Classes
What: Registration is Now Open
Where: Online at www.rpssignmeup.com
For complete listing of all the classes being offered for the spring and summer months, as well as signup information, please click below...
2008 Spring & Summer Community Education Schedule
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Posted: 04/14/2008 |
Chase Picnic Pops @ Cannonsburg
2008 Schedule Released!!! |
- The Chase Picnic Pops 2008 Schedule has been released. Starting July 10th, the 8 performance series will run for 4 consecutive weeks, ending on August 1st. The family friendly shows will be performed on Thursday and Friday evenings on the grassy slopes at Cannonsburg Ski Area...
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Event: Chase Picnic Pops @ Cannonsburg
When: Thursday & Friday Evenings
July 10th - August 1st
Where: Cannonsburg Ski Area
For more information on the 2008, Chase Picnic Pops, please click below...
Chase Picnic Pops Schedule, Ticketing, & Information
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Posted: 04/14/2008 |
Reminder: Rockford Public Schools Election
May 6th , 2008 |
- The Rockford Public Schools election is scheduled for May 6th, 2008, with polls open from 7am-8pm. There will be 2 issues on the ballot:
Issue 1: Election of Board of Education Members
Issue 2: Bond Proposal to Generate $45.8 Million For Building, Technology, & Facility Upgrades
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Event: Rockford Public Schools Election
When: Tuesday, May 6th, 2008
Where: Rockford School District
View Polling Locations
Ballot Issue 1: Election of Board of Education Members
Learn More...
Ballot Issue 2: Bond Proposal to Generate $45.8 Million
Learn More...
For more information on the election, please call Rockford Public Schools at (616) 863-6320.
Resources: Listen to Dr. Michael Shibler Discuss the Election
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Posted: 04/07/2008 |
City of Rockford Spring Clean-Up!!!
April 26th, 2008 |
- The City of Rockford has announced that the Rockford Spring Clean-up will take place on Saturday April, 26th. The City of Rockford will accept large bulky items and white goods only, no trash or construction items. The city asks that you have all items on the curbside by 6:00am. Crews will work throughout the day until the town is clean.
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Event: City of Rockford Spring Clean-Up
When: Saturday, April 26th, 2008
Where: City of Rockford
Who: Any City of Rockford Resident
For More Info: Please Call Dick Johnston at (616) 866-1537
Sponsor: City of Rockford
Press Release: City of Rockford Spring Clean Up
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Posted: 04/04/2008 |
Rogue River Theatre Summer Arts Camp: Register Now!!!
July 21st-July 25th, 2008 |
- The Rockford Area Arts Commission and the Rogue River Theatre are pleased to announce the 2008 Rogue River Theatre Summer Arts Camp. The camp will be held July 21-25, 2008 at North Rockford Middle School. The theme of this year's camp will be "Broadway Bound" and is open to all students ages K-12. Cost of the camp is $90 per child for the week, and $85 for each additional child.
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Event: Rogue River Theater Summer Arts Camp
What: Classes in Visual & Performing Arts
When: July 21st - July 25th, 2008
Where: North Rockford Middle School
Who: All Students Grades K-12
Cost: $90 Per Student
$85 Each Additional Student
Registration: Please Call (616) 874-5264 or (616) 825-5011
Register Early...Space is Limited
Sponsor: Rockford Area Arts Commission
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Posted: 04/02/2008 |
Rockford Jaycees 3rd Annual Toddler Photo Contest
Start Snapping Those Photos!!! |
- The Rockford Jaycees are proud to announce the annual Rockford Jaycees Toddler Photo Contest. In its 3rd year, the event is a fundraiser for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Grand Rapids. Entrants will be narrowed down to 7 semi-finalists, boy and girl, with the winners being chosen by the public to be the Prince and Princess of the Start of Summer Celebration.
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Event: Rockford Jaycees 3rd Annual Toddler Photo Contest
When: Entries Must Be Post Marked By May 16th, 2008
Judging: Starting June 4th
Voting: Prior to the Start of Summer Celebration at D&W
Rules:
Toddlers must be between the ages of 1-4. Public Voting will take place at D&W prior to the Start of Summer Celebration, with semi-final judging taking place starting June 4th. Votes will be counted based on the number of dollars donated to each toddler's photo with each dollar counting as 100 votes. Money can be donated in any form: change, dollars, or checks.
All Proceeds Go to Benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation
Toddler Photo Contest Entry Form
Sponsor: Rockford Jaycees
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Posted: 03/27/2008 |
Rockford Goes Green!!!
HEARTS Spring Fling - HEART of Rockford |
- The HEART of Rockford Business Association will be officially ushering in the start of spring with the 1st Annual Bag of HEARTS Spring Fling. On March 29th, participating Rockford businesses will be selling recycled shopping bags containing a coupon for 10% off one item at a participating business.
Additionally, anytime a customer shops with a HEART bag through April 30th, 2009, they will receive 10% off the purchase of one item (Some Restrictions May Apply). The 3rd Wednesday of each month customers with a HEART bag will receive 20% off one item at participating downtown businesses. The promotion will last until April 30, 2009!!!!
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What: HEARTS Spring Fling
When: Saturday, March 29th, 2008 - April 30th, 2009
Where: Rotary Pavilion - Downtown Rockford (1pm-3pm)
Who: Participating HEART of Rockford Merchants
Cost: $2.00 Per Bag
$.50 From Each Bag Purchased Goes to Relay For Life
Participating Merchants:
Aunt Candy's Toy Company, Bangz Hair Salon, Baskets in the Belfry, Belle of the Ball Bridal, Bow-Dacious, Courtland & Main, Dam Dogs, G. Willikers, Great Northern Trading Co., J.T. Stitchery, Jade, Kimberly's Boutique, Michigan Shelf West, Newberry Cottage, Paper Doll, Powers Outdoors, Right at Home, Right Up Your Alley, The Candle Shop, Sage & Roses, Xscape Salon
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Posted: 03/27/2008 |
Road Construction: Northland Dr. Closed Between 12 Mile Rd. & 13 Mile Rd.
Starting April 1st, 2008 |
- Traffic on Northland Dr. will be detoured around a section of Northland Dr. between 12 Mile Rd. and 13 Mile Rd. starting on April 1st. Crews will be widening the road to accomodate the increased business traffic. Scheduled Completion Date is July 3rd, 2008.
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Project: Northland Dr. Road Improvement Project
What: Widening to 5 Lanes to Accomodate Increased Business Traffic
When: Starting April 1st, 2008
Completion Date: July 3rd, 2008
Details: Road will be Open to Businesses Only
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Posted: 03/04/2008 |
Foremost's Butterflies Are Blooming Again!!
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park |
- The Foremost's Butterflies are Blooming exhibit is the largest seasonal butterfly exhibit in the United States. Over a period of eight weeks, thousands of tropical butterflies flit and flutter in the tropical habitat of The Lena Meijer Conservatory at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
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Photo Courtesy of Meijer Gardens
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Dates: March 1st - April 30th 2008
Hours: Monday, Wednesday-Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday:
9 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Cost: Adults (14 and over): $12.00
Seniors (65 and over): $9.00
Students (with student ID): $9.00
Children (5-13): $6.00
Children (3-4): $4.00
Children 2 and under: Free
Location: Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
1000 East Beltline Ave. NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Sponsor: Foremost Insurance Group & 95.7 Lite Rock
Website: www.foremostbutterflies.com
www.meijergardens.org
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Posted: 02/28/2008 |
Harley Davidson Raffle Tickets On Sale Now!!!
9th Annual Rally For Hope & Hunger |
- Raffle Tickets for the 9th Annual Rally For Hope & Hunger to Benefit God's Kitchen and the Van Andel Institute are now on sale. The Raffle will be for a 2008 Harley Davidson Screamin' Eagle Dyna, valued at over $29,000. Only 3000 tickets will be sold this year with the drawing on Saturday, July 26th, 2008 at Wabasis Lake Park. Need not be present to win.
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Photo Courtesy of Rockford Construction
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Cost: $20.00 Per Ticket (Make Checks Payable to CCWM)
Prize: 2008 Harley Davidson Screamin' Eagle Dyna
Available At: Rockford Construction, WLAV, God's Kitchen, Van Andel Institute, Grand Rapids Harley Davidson, Blues on the Mall
Website: www.rallyforhopeandhunger.org
Email: rally@rockfordconstruction.com
Download Rally For Hope & Hunger Flyer
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Posted: 02/28/2008
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Attention - Call to Michigan Artists!!!
2008 Rockford Art in the Park Sign-up |
- Artists from across the state of Michigan compete in this juried art exhibition, featuring works in pottery, stoneware, sculpture, jewelry. glass works, painting, fiber arts and more. Artists are on hand to showcase their works, which are available for purchase by arts patrons at the event. A “Best of Show” award as well as five “Best of Category” awards (in Jewelry, Pottery/Stoneware/Sculpture, Glassworks, Painting, Fiber Arts) are presented.
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Photo Courtesy of RAAC
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Artist Deadline: June 7th, 2008
Cost: $76 Before June 7th
$90 After June 7th
Make Checks Payable to Rockford Area Arts Commission.
Details: Limited to 32 Artists
Lot Size: 10'x12'
Sponsor: Rockford Area Arts Commission
Website: www.artsrockford.com
Download Art in the Park Application
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