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A Furious Finish to The Salvation Army Golden Kettle Contest

Submitted 12-28-2020 under NONPROFITS

The Kentwood City Rotary Club has won The Salvation Army's Golden Kettle Award for 2020. The service club was able to raise enough support for The Army over the last few days prior to Christmas Eve to narrowly claim first place from the Pilots for Christ.

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Grand Rapids Community Media Center ringing in 2021 with WYCE countdown, Wealthy Theatre virtual marathon

Submitted 12-26-2020 under NEWS

WYCE counts down its 2,020 most played songs of 2020, with number one hitting at midnight on New Year’s Day. Closer to, Wealthy Theatre, GRTV, and The Rapidian join forces for a virtual and televised marathon of New Year’s Eve concerts held at Wealthy Theatre from previous years.

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In race to create a COVID-19 vaccine, there is no fast track for approval

Submitted 12-22-2020 under NONPROFITS

Metro Health - University of Michigan Health's Chief Population Health Officer talks about his confidence in COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness.

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Rescue Christmas Updates: Service Clubs near conclusion of Golden Kettle Contest

Submitted 12-21-2020 under NONPROFITS

The final few days are upon The Salvation Army's Golden Kettle contest. Who will win? The Pilots for Christ maintain a solid lead, but changes in the standings are still possible.

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Donations to The Salvation Army of Kent County to double, December 22-24

Submitted 12-18-2020 under NONPROFITS

The Salvation Army of Kent County’s “Give Once; Bless Twice” initiative returns this year and will provide a match totaling $130,000 for all donations on Dec. 22-24. Remember to support The Salvation Army!

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Community updates: Thursday, Dec. 17

Submitted 12-17-2020 under NEWS

COVID-19 vaccinations begin in West Michigan; Mel Trotter Ministries, partners prepare winter emergency shelter for people experiencing homelessness; and Rosa Parks Circle Ice Rink opening on Friday.

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COVID vaccine trials need diverse test subjects, so a doctor rolled up his sleeve

Submitted 12-15-2020 under NONPROFITS

When the opportunity came for Dr. Rakesh Pai to volunteer in a COVID-19 vaccine trial, he didn't hesitate.

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Community updates: Thursday, Dec. 10

Submitted 12-11-2020 under NEWS

Kent County Health Department reports stabilizing COVID-19 case growth for Kent County; City of Grand Rapids making city parks, playgrounds smoke-free zones on Jan. 1; Grand Rapids Area Black Businesses launches revamped website; and more.

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