Good Day
Grand Rapids
Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Grand Rapids auto technician offers key advice on preparing your car for winter, including battery, tires, and fluid checks. WOOD TV
- ➤ Seventeen dogs were rescued from a pickup truck in Walker, Michigan, and are now in the care of the Kent County Animal Shelter after a public report led to their discovery. ABC 13
- ➤ Business owners along Cesar E. Chavez Avenue in Roosevelt Park, Grand Rapids, highlight the area's rich Latin American cultural offerings and celebrate the reopening of the street after months of construction. ABC 13
- ➤ Grand Rapids awarded almost $100,000 to 25 community projects promoting social justice, inclusion, and strengthening communities. WOOD TV
- ➤ The Humane Society of West Michigan introduces Goldie, a 7-year-old mixed breed seeking a forever home, ideal for a family with overlapping work schedules or retirees. FOX 17
- ➤ Grand Rapids' Jackson Street Hall has inaugurated Busia's Boutique, a charity initiative by Lucy Preston offering free children's clothing and essentials to local families in need. WOOD TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Michigan State Police trooper Brian Keely is charged with second-degree murder following a fatal incident involving his police vehicle and Samuel Sterling. MLive
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Grand Rapids is organizing a networking event to find contractors for upcoming river projects worth over $50 million. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Rumors, an LGBTQ nightclub in Grand Rapids, will close in November for remodeling, including flooring improvements and a new main bar. FOX 17
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Grand Rapids Gold announced their 2024-25 promotion schedule and theme nights. WOOD TV
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Grand Rapids Griffins - AHL Game vs. Manitoba Moose
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Experience Here Come The Mummies Live
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2024 JA West Michigan Business Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Celebrate the achievements of outstanding community leaders at the 2024 JA West Michigan Business Hall of Fame, which recognizes their impactful contributions to the local economy and inspires future generations.
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MIB International Networking Event in Grand Rapids, Michigan
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Elegance in Disguise: A Fantasy and Fiction Gala
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Maddy Smith Stand-Up Comedy Show
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Comedy Night with Maddy Smith
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Grand Rapids Ballet Junior Company Presents The Toymaker
Experience the world premiere of 'The Toymaker,' an original story by Attila Mosolygo that showcases the captivating journey of the Junior Company dancers.
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Stevie Wonder Live in Concert
Experience an unforgettable evening with the legendary Stevie Wonder performing live at Van Andel Arena.
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