Good Day
Grand Rapids
Tuesday, November 5th, 2024
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Good morning, Grand Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ McDonald's in Grand Rapids offers free breakfast combo meals to active-duty military members and veterans on November 11 to honor Veteran's Day. ABC 13
- ➤ A series of road closures and detours, including the US-131 northbound lane, I-96 eastbound ramp, and M-40 in Holland, are impacting West Michigan's traffic through various dates in November. FOX 17
- ➤ First United Methodist Church in Grand Rapids is hosting a nonpartisan, nondenominational election eve service for reflection and peace. WOOD TV
- ➤ Mr. Pizza & Subs in Grand Rapids is temporarily closing to relocate to a new location. MLive
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Northview Public Schools students were hospitalized after a 15-vehicle crash on I-96, involving a semi-truck that caused 4 fatalities, with the students being released the next morning. WOOD TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Austin Jackson, a dedicated teacher at Central Kelloggsville Elementary, was celebrated as Teacher of the Week for his impactful work in the same community he grew up in. ABC 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 20,000 Grand Rapids residents participated in early voting, culminating in a proactive event to encourage voting before Election Day. ABC 13
- ➤ Grand Rapids-area voters will decide the next president, mayor, and various local positions in the general election on November 5. MLive
- ➤ Over 129,000 voters in Kent and Ottawa counties, Michigan, participated in early in-person voting for the upcoming elections, highlighting a successful implementation and significant voter engagement. FOX 17
- ➤ Former President Donald Trump will conclude his election campaign in Grand Rapids, Michigan, marking his third campaign closure in the state, with Vice-President candidate JD Vance and Vice President Kamala Harris also making final stops in Michigan and Pennsylvania respectively. FOX 17
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Bat Hearse Concert at Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill
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Masquerade for Memories
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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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Elle King with The Band Loula Live
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Say Anything Concert Featuring Angel Du$t and Social Animals
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Divine Service on the 26th Sunday after Pentecost at Messiah Lutheran Church
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