Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of August.
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🏘️ Community
On Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, Rosewood Park hosted its 13th annual Slip 'N' Slide event where families paid $2 per person for rides on four 100-foot slides and enjoyed local food trucks, vendors & kids’ games after a two-year COVID pause.
🎭 Culture
The Grand Rapids Public Museum now features a recreation of Dr. Ezra Holmes’s 19th-century dental office — showcasing tools and decor that capture the rise of professional dentistry in our city.
The exhibit, part of the Old Streets expansion that opened in May, offers a unique look at local history.
🏥 Health
Health officials confirmed on Friday that a local swine exhibitor at the Kent County Youth Fair tested positive for swine flu — they advise anyone in contact with pigs to watch for symptoms and seek care if needed.
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