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Amidst COVID stay-at-home, Books and Mortar fights to stay in the game

Submitted 04-07-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

Small businesses face an unparalleled challenge. But Jenny Kinne, local bookseller, isn't giving up.

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Sacred distancing: Religious organizations in Grand Rapids adapting to COVID-19 pandemic through online services, engagement

Submitted 03-26-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

Local churches and congregations, from Christian to Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu, and Sikh backgrounds, are embracing online services and engagement in the face of the growing pandemic.

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COVID-19 in Grand Rapids: Wednesday, March 25 updates

Submitted 03-25-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

Grand Rapids Police Department urges not to call 911 about social distancing violations, Michigan’s Unemployment Insurance Agency promotes applying online, Grand Rapids Public Schools announce meal site changes, and more statements from local organizations issued March 24-25, 2020.

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COVID-19 in Grand Rapids: Tuesday, March 24 updates

Submitted 03-24-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

City of Grand Rapids announces additional service changes following Gov. Whitmer's executive order, State of Michigan adds alternate languages to COVID-19 resource site, DASH implements reduced service schedule, and more statements from local organizations issued March 23-24, 2020.

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Grand Rapids to celebrate Census Day on April 1 with readjusted outreach efforts by community organizations

Submitted 03-19-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

Community organizations in Grand Rapids that have been serving as turnout-focused Census Hubs are pivoting their in-person outreach around helping residents get counted to an increasingly online effort.

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Grand Rapids restaurants offering carryout and delivery services amid COVID-19-related shutdowns

Submitted 03-18-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

Local restaurants are offering carryout, delivery, drive-thru, drive-up services, and more to keep their businesses and employees afloat amid statewide shutdowns due to COVID-19 outbreak.

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Exploring community organizations' joint effort to get all Grand Rapids residents counted in 2020 census

Submitted 02-20-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

A variety of Grand Rapids organizations are teaming up to educate their fellow residents about the importance of being counted in the 2020 census.

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GrandCon brings gamers to West Michigan

Submitted 09-17-2019 under LOCAL LIFE

Gamers enjoyed over 600 exhibits, an open library 1,800 games, and mega-sized games at this year's GrandCon.

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City Connection - Grand Rapids Transportation Planner joins Mayor Bliss for in-studio discussion

Submitted 09-09-2019 under LOCAL LIFE

Kristen Bennet, Grand Rapids' Transportation Planning / Programs Supervisor joins Mayor Bliss to discuss the city's new Bicycle Action Plan.

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Concert Benefit for GR Rapid Response to ICE showcases Hamell on Trial, Cabildo, and more

Submitted 07-16-2019 under LOCAL LIFE

This Thursday, July 18, The Golden Age (upstairs at Creston Brewery 1504 Plainfield NE) will be hosting a concert benefit for GR Rapid Response to ICE. Net proceeds will be used to fund their mutual aid fund, which is always in need of donations.

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