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Wednesday, October 2nd, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kids' Food Basket calls on the community to decorate 100,000 bags for meal distribution to children in West Michigan, enhancing their sense of care and security. ABC 13
- ➤ The SAFE Task Force in Grand Rapids is offering $10,000 prizes for proposals aimed at reducing gun violence in the community during their Pitch and Highlight Night. MLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 78-year-old woman from Ionia died in a crash suspected to have been caused by a medical emergency before her car hit a tree. MLive
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids Police Department managing a barricaded individual on Leonard Street, advises public to keep distance. FOX 17
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ArtPrize 2024 in Grand Rapids concluded after 16 days, featuring 885 entries and awarding $390,000 in prizes, with John Katerberg's 'Dynamic Sunset' winning the $125,000 grand prize. MLive
- ➤ Rascal Flatts announces a concert in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for their 2025 'Life is a Highway' tour with openers Lauren Alaina and Chris Lane. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A mixed-use development proposed by Fulmar Property Holdings aims to transform Grand Rapids' riverfront with three high-rise towers, offering 671 luxury living spaces, a hotel, an office tower, retail spaces, and 2,500 parking spots, bolstered by a request for a $544 million subsidy. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TSA officers at Gerald R. Ford International Airport intercepted two handguns in carry-on bags within five days, marking 17 firearms detected at the airport's security checkpoints this year. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Catherine’s Health Center receives a $1 million federal grant to enhance behavioral health services for the West Michigan community. MLive
- ➤ Michigan State University researchers discovered an overactive gene, ATP12A, that may contribute to lung fibrosis in post-COVID patients, potentially leading to new therapeutic approaches. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
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Sarah Shook & the Disarmers Live at The Pyramid Scheme
Experience a dynamic performance by Sarah Shook & the Disarmers as they showcase their new album 'Revelations' alongside beloved fan favorites.
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Indigo Girls Live in Concert
Experience the harmonious sounds of the Indigo Girls as they perform songs from their latest album, Look Long, at the DeVos Performance Hall.
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Jesse Ray and the Carolina Catfish Band Live
Experience an electrifying performance by the award-winning roots and blues duo from Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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Marianas Trench - The Force of Nature Tour
Experience the electrifying performance of Marianas Trench as they bring their Force of Nature Tour to Grand Rapids.
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Wheel of Fortune Live Performance
Experience the excitement of Wheel of Fortune Live! as participants spin the iconic wheel and compete for prizes in this interactive game show event.
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The Claudettes Live at Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill
Experience the energetic performance of The Claudettes at the Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill, a popular venue in Grand Rapids.
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Milwaukee Admirals vs. Grand Rapids Griffins - AHL Matchup
Experience an exciting American Hockey League matchup as the Milwaukee Admirals take on the Grand Rapids Griffins at the Van Andel Arena.
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Cars & Coffee Grand Rapids at the Downtown Market
Experience an array of over 150 exotic, classic, and custom cars at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market, complemented by delicious food options from the Market Hall.
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Diesel Boy Live Concert
Experience an electrifying live performance by Diesel Boy at The Pyramid Scheme in Grand Rapids.
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2024 AMPP Eastern Conference - Pipeline Innovations
Explore the future of pipeline compliance software and remote monitoring hardware at the AMPP Eastern Conference in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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