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Plainfield Twp. business owners face what they call an increase in vandalism

KENT COUNTY, Mich. — Plainfield Twp. has been hit hard by vandalism this summer, and small business owners aren’t happy. Business owners in the area say that over the past year, they’ve seen an uptick in the amount of graffiti appearing near their storefronts, particularly on typical targets for vandalism like...
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Family remembers boy who drowned at Long Lake Park as ‘kind and caring’

The family of a 4-year-old who drowned at Long Lake Park has identified him.
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Frozen beef from Ada factory recalled for possible metal pieces

Over a thousand pounds of frozen beef produced by an Ada company has been recalled, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.
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Woman killed in crash at Whistlestop park entrance

KENT COUNTY, MI – A 77-year-old Byron Township woman was killed Tuesday, July 29, in a crash at the entrance of Whistlestop Park, sheriff’s deputies said. The victim’s name has not been released. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
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Trial set for civil lawsuit in death of man hit by MSP sgt

A civil trial has been scheduled in the excessive force lawsuit stemming from the death of a man who was hit by a former Michigan State Police sergeant's cruiser.
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Man dies in Spring Lake Township crash, deputies say

A man died after being pinned inside a vehicle during a crash near Fruitport, deputies said.
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Deputies: 77-year-old woman dies after Byron Twp crash

A 77-year-old woman died after a crash in Byron Township on Tuesday, deputies say.
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MLK Park pool closed for second weekend, city says

The MLK Park pool in Grand Rapids will be closed a second weekend due to a broken pump.
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GR Urban League’s “City Vibes” series aims to spark conversation among Grand Rapids teens

The Urban League of West Michigan aims to assist all African American individuals achieve self-sufficiency and racial equality. In 2020, the organization conducted a focus group study and noted that one of the top four things Grand Rapids youth would like to see implemented is "safe spaces to talk about issues with...
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Flying Southwest Grand Rapids? You Can Now Book Your Seats!

It was 53 years ago, 1972, a small airline started up in Dallas offering some attractive deals for flyers. First of all, it was first come seating. When you boarded the plane you simply picked your seat. Secondly, you didn't have to pay for bags. You got two bags for...

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