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Thursday, October 31st, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of October.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Antoine Azard, aged 67, received a 30-day jail sentence for causing a double-fatal accident due to his nearly stopped vehicle on U.S. 131. MLive
- ➤ Verizon customers in Grand Rapids experienced intermittent signal disruptions early Wednesday morning, with service expected to stabilize by 10 a.m. FOX 17
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Retired Michigan State Police Sergeant Brian Keely, charged with murder, seeks to have his case dismissed under the Supremacy Clause, claiming immunity for actions taken as a federal officer. FOX 17
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 12,000 voters in Kent County participate in the first day of early voting for the general election. WOOD TV
- ➤ Early voting in West Michigan for the 2024 presidential election sees record numbers with over 30,000 in Kent County and 8,000 in Ottawa County casting ballots in just four days. MLive
- ➤ Matthew DeLange and Tamara Lopez advance to the November election for the 17th Circuit Court probate judgeship in Kent County. MLive
- ➤ Grand Rapids-area voters will participate in crucial local, state, and federal elections, including a presidential race between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, on Nov. 5. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kent County's Behavioral Health Crisis Center received a $750,000 federal grant to support the treatment of uninsured patients with mental health and substance abuse disorders. MLive
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Broad Leaf Brewery and Spirits in Grand Rapids transforms into Broad Leaf Underground Bar, featuring unique cocktails, craft beers, and now offering Mexican cuisine in partnership with Taqueria Chilango. MLive
SPORTS NEWS
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Divine Service for All Saints Sunday at Messiah Lutheran Church
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Sensory Friendly Playtime at Grand Rapids Children's Museum
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Shelby Lentz Live at The Holiday Bar
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Bat Hearse Concert at Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill
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Grand Rapids Gold vs. Windy City Bulls
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Valerie June Live Concert
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Explore the Impact of Nutrition on Cancer with Dr. Evan Lien
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Serita's Black Rose Live Performance
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