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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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Food Pantry and Grocery Store Partner to Provide Christmas Meals

Submitted 12-21-2020 under NONPROFITS

Prompted by a visit to Family Network the day before Thanksgiving, SpartanNash employee creates a new giving program for holiday meals.

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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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In Season Report: December 19, 2020

Submitted 12-18-2020 under NONPROFITS

Join us this Saturday for our LAST market day of 2020! Come down and wish your favorite vendors the happiest of holidays and stock up on all your local food needs!

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The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign nears final weekend for bellringing

Submitted 12-17-2020 under NONPROFITS

With less than a week remaining, The Salvation Army encourages all who are interested in ringing bells to sign up now. The needs of many families across Kent County is greater than ever before. With less kettles available, and less bell ringers, The Salvation Army needs help!

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Putting the Pieces Back Together: Derek Achieves a Year of Sobriety

Submitted 12-15-2020 under NONPROFITS

Through Guiding Light's programming, 27-year-old Derek recently achieved a milestone in his journey in sobriety.

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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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Rescue Christmas Updates: Pilots for Christ Extend Lead for Golden Kettle

Submitted 12-14-2020 under NONPROFITS

Two new groups enter the race for the Golden Kettle, but the Pilots for Christ extend their lead against the competition.

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In Season Report: December 12, 2020

Submitted 12-11-2020 under NONPROFITS

Happy First day of Hanukkah! Which means, only two weeks left until Christmas and Kwanzaa, and before you know it will be the New Year! Come stock up on all your holiday essentials from local produce to farm fresh meat, holiday decor and handmade gifts.

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