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Friday, August 30th, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The bridge repair project causing the closure of the ramp from US-131 northbound to I-96 in Michigan is delayed by about two weeks, complicating traffic flow. FOX 17
- ➤ The Michigan Department of Transportation will remove lane restrictions on 60% of its road and bridge projects for Labor Day weekend to ease traffic flow. FOX 17
- ➤ Kent County has the potential to add 35,000 housing units by developing commercial corridors to address its housing crisis, as found by Housing Next. WOOD TV
- ➤ Samantha Jacques is set to become the new Chief Meteorologist at 13 ON YOUR SIDE, succeeding the retiring George Lessens after his 44 years of service. ABC 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Anthony Michael Hall will attend a special screening of The Breakfast Club in Grand Rapids, featuring a Q&A and meet-and-greet for fans. FOX 17
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In West Michigan, the Rende Progress Capital racial equity loan fund supports entrepreneurs of color by providing financial resources and guidance, aiding in overcoming systemic barriers to conventional financing. WOOD TV
- ➤ Labor Day 2024 travel is predicted to see a 9% increase in domestic trips, with cheaper flight and gas prices, and Michigan easing traffic with reduced construction work. FOX 17
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ April Ruiz of Mosaic Masterminds offers essential tips for parents to support their children with homework to ensure academic success and build confidence. FOX 17
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Stacie Carr, a Michigan mother, underwent a transformative osseointegration surgery to alleviate the severe pain from CRPS by fitting a new prosthetic leg directly to her bone, enabling her to feel different surfaces underfoot. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
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Ben Sollee Live at Midtown Green
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ArtPrize 2024: An International Celebration of Art
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Grand Rapids African American Art & Music Festival 2024
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Music at The Intersection: Chaka Khan with Trombone Shorty & Esperanza Spalding
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NCCAA Golf Tour - Michigan
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Descendents Live with Circle Jerks and Surfbort
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International Language Cafe at Brewery Vivant
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Norma Jean Live with Darkest Hour and Glassfield
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