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Community Updates: Friday, April 22

Submitted 04-22-2022 under NEWS

The results of an independent autopsy in the Patrick Lyoya case are released; The Grand Rapids Public Museum announces its annual collections & cocktails fundraiser; and more

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Community Updates: Friday, April 15

Submitted 04-15-2022 under NEWS

Protestors gather in downtown Grand Rapids after video footage of Patrick Lyoya's death is released to the public; and more

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A Family in Mourning: The Community's Response to the Death of Patrick Lyoya

Submitted 04-12-2022 under NEWS

In the wake of the shooting of Patrick Lyoya by a GRPD officer, the community rallies for justice

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Community Updates: Friday, Apr. 8

Submitted 04-08-2022 under NEWS

Michigan State Police conduct an investigation into a shooting involving a GRPD officer; the Grand Rapids Public Museum announces a new original exhibition; and more

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Community Updates: Friday, Apr. 1

Submitted 04-01-2022 under NEWS

More funds for infrastructure are coming to Grand Rapids; PBGR asks for ideas on how to improve local neighborhoods; new residents and exhibits at John Ball Zoo; and more

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Community Updates: Friday, Mar. 25

Submitted 03-25-2022 under NEWS

GRFD is asking for help with information about a suspicious fire; the Heritage Hill Tour of Homes returns after two years; GRFD plans a renaming ceremony for the current Franklin Street Fire Station; and more

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Community updates: Thursday, Dec. 9

Submitted 12-09-2021 under NEWS

Grand Rapids Public Schools extends mask mandate through end of school year; World of Winter Festival returns to downtown Grand Rapids next month; and WYCE bringing back Jammie Awards in Feb.

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Community updates: Wednesday, Dec. 1

Submitted 12-01-2021 under NEWS

ArtPrize returns to annual format; City of Grand Rapids accepting new Neighborhood Match Fund entries.

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Community updates: Wednesday, Nov. 24

Submitted 11-24-2021 under NEWS

City of Grand Rapids adding eco-friendly vehicles to operations; Kent County leaders approve 2022 budget; and LaughFest returns for in-person 2022 festival.

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Community updates: Friday, Nov. 12

Submitted 11-12-2021 under NEWS

Mel Trotter Ministries, partners to expand winter shelter services for unhoused residents; GRCC, city to host training for local chefs to help after disasters; and Grand Rapids Public Schools seeking feedback on mask mandate.

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