Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Diaper Needs Awareness Week is underway in West Michigan from Sept.

1 to Oct. 1, supporting a charity diaper drive by Gold Coast Doulas to help low-income families with young children; local drop-off sites include Grand Rapids and nearby cities (Huggies will donate 20,000 diapers when collections reach that goal).

Protein Pints has made its new Protein Pops ice cream bars available at Target and Kroger stores as of Sept.

13; the bars sold out online in hours during their summer release and come in four flavors with 10 grams of protein each.

Crews are moving dirt at 3160 Quincy St. in Jamestown Township near Hudsonville to prepare for a new retail plaza that will host a Tropical Smoothie Café with a drive-thru, Domino’s Pizza and Verizon.

The buildings are slated for completion in spring 2027.

Residents at Tyden Lofts in Hastings are returning after an evacuation last week due to a suspected ricin production, as local officials and EPA+FBI work to clear first-floor areas while safety checks continue.

ArtPrize returns in Grand Rapids this September with over 1,000 entries spread across 159 venues in five districts – visitors can vote from Friday, Sept.

18 at noon until Oct. 2 at 10 p.m. using the ArtPrize web app.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources announces that fall turkey and small game hunting begins today for species such as turkey, rabbit, squirrel, and woodcock across the state.

Hunters must have an annual base and fall turkey license — and report their turkey take within 72 hours.

Voters will decide on renewing the millage that funds the John Ball Zoo and Grand Rapids Public Museum on Nov.

3. The plan sets the rate at 0.4 mills for 10 years that gives more money to the zoo (65% vs 35%), and leaders call it key for both groups.

MDARD advises animal owners to follow precautions during wild bird migration this fall to reduce the spread of bird flu.

The highly contagious HPAI virus can spread between animals in various ways so experts urge using recommended measures.

The Meijer Sports Complex in Rockford will host the Grand Rapids PPA Challenger — Michigan's first Professional Pickleball Association event — from Sept.

18-20, where amateur and pro players will compete for points, medals and prize money on the new courts.

Canfield Clean Air for a Cause

Canfield Plumbing & Heating invites West Michigan residents to help a local family breathe easier through Clean Air for a Cause. Now through September 21, 2026, nominate a deserving household to receive a whole-home indoor air quality upgrade valued at up to $10,000, including equipment and professional installation. Self-nominations are welcome, and no purchase is necessary. Visit Canfield’s Clean Air for a Cause page to learn more and submit a nomination.

Canfield Clean Air for a Cause

Canfield Plumbing & Heating invites West Michigan residents to help a local family breathe easier through Clean Air for a Cause. Now through September 21, 2026, nominate a deserving household to receive a whole-home indoor air quality upgrade valued at up to $10,000, including equipment and professional installation. Self-nominations are welcome, and no purchase is necessary. Visit Canfield’s Clean Air for a Cause page to learn more and submit a nomination.

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