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Arrests Follow Shootings in Three States
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Authorities reported three separate shootings in Michigan City and the Grand Rapids area over the weekend: two Michigan City incidents left four people wounded and led to arrests, while a highway shooting on U.S. 131 injured no one and resulted in two arrests. The U.S. 131 shooting reportedly followed an argument at a nearby business.
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New hubs target youth, health, digital, business needs
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New community hubs are opening to expand access to resources and opportunity: Barrie’s youth space will be shaped by young people, Zhob’s IT center will offer digital skills training, West Hollywood’s pilot will provide free health and harm-reduction supplies, and Grand Rapids’ Latino hub will support businesses and workforce development. Philadelphia’s planned creative hub is also intended to bring artists, residents and small businesses together.
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Remains Found During Grand Canyon Flood Search
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— Sep 15, 2026
NPS rangers recovered human remains Sept. 14 near Crystal Rapid, 10 miles downriver from Phantom Ranch; identity not yet known as Timothy Allen Smith remains missing.
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New England and Kyoto Lead Fall Foliage Travel Picks
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— Sep 16, 2026
A trio of travel outlets highlight five top fall getaways for leaf-peeping and seasonal festivals, led by New England’s foliage, historic towns, and classic seasonal comforts, with staples like Vermont lodging, the Kancamagus Highway, and Salem’s Halloween culture. The roundups also flag a Michigan fall culinary experience at Treetops Resort in Grand Rapids, offering a multi-course progressive dinner and drink tastings in early October.
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The multi-course dinner at that Michigan resort in October sounds like a fun twist on fall travel.
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Anthropic Launches New ‘Don’t Be Mean To The Clankers’ Policy
Dylan Kresak · 2 min · 14h
Toys for Tots Gifts 1,600 Children Grand Rapids
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— Jul 24, 2026
Marine Toys for Tots emphasizes a year-round mission and invites July participation in Be a Summer Santa to deliver toys, books, and essentials to children during the summer gap, highlighted by a Grand Rapids event where 1,600 kids received two new toys each with support from partners like Good360. The effort underscores how ongoing donations extend holiday cheer and help families stretch tight budgets beyond December.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Trump Holds Last of His ‘Big Beautiful Rallies’
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— Nov 5, 2024
Former President Donald Trump closed out his time on the campaign trail with a stop in Grand Rapids, Michigan. “Your support means more than anything you can even understand… this is my last rally, can you believe it…
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DAVID BLACKMON: AI Faces Chicken-And-Egg Conundrum
Opinion
— Nov 16, 2025
Which came first, the chicken or the egg? It’s one of the grand conundrums of history, and it is one that is impacting the rapidly expanding AI datacenter industry related to feeding its voracious electricity needs …
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Trump Admin Let Zero Illegals Into The US In May
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— Jun 18, 2025
The U.S. Border Patrol released a grand total of zero illegal migrants into the country during the month of May, demonstrating the rapid decline in illegal migration since President Donald Trump returned to office. In…
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Democrat Mayor Says Gun Owners Should Be ‘Ashamed’
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— Feb 24, 2026
Democratic Mayor David LaGrand of Grand Rapids, Michigan, claimed during a Monday community forum that people should start “shaming” gun owners. LaGrand’s comments came during a regularly-scheduled “Mayor Monday“ forum…
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Navi Pillay Wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
South African jurist Navanethem “Navi” Pillay has won the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize for her work promoting peace and international law. The committee highlighted her human-rights advocacy and service in major international courts.
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Rescuer Begins Desperate Search for Help After Dog Suffers in Brutal Meth Lab Explosion
Reporting
— Dec 30, 2021
When Kate Pounders of Grand Rapids, Michigan, first saw a photo of a dog in need who came to be named Waco, she was shaken to her core. “I asked him to send me a picture of it and the second I got the picture, like my…
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Christian School Battles ‘Gender Identity’ Law That Forces Hiring of LGBT Teachers, Other Faiths Offer Critical Support
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— Nov 26, 2023
A Michigan Catholic school is fighting back against a state law it says would require the school to violate its beliefs to appease state authorities. Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish of Grand Rapids is being supported by…
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
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The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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‘I Took A Bullet For Democracy’: Trump, Vance Hold Swing-State Rally Just 1 Week After Assassination Attempt
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— Jul 20, 2024
GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN — Former President Donald Trump and Republican Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio held their first joint rally together in Michigan on Saturday, a state that the pair is seeking to turn red after President…
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Michigan Senate Candidates Plan Two October Debates
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— Sep 3, 2026
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers have agreed to two televised debates this October in Michigan’s U.S. Senate race—Oct. 8 in Grand Rapids and Oct. 21 in Detroit—with additional organizers and moderating details announced. A third September 15 debate is under discussion, while the campaign highlights emphasize the race’s national implications as they face off before the Nov. 3 election.
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Midwest Retro Drive-Ins Draw Foodie Attention
Lifestyle
— Aug 14, 2026
A thread of retro and immersive dining runs through a string of American spots—from Max’s South Seas Hideaway’s tiki escapism in Grand Rapids to Ohio and New Jersey drive-ins preserving decades-old root beer and curbside service, and Susan’s Roadside Diner in Atlanta, Michigan—each blending nostalgic charm with enduring community appeal. A related article traces the drive-thru’s evolution as a car-centered dining icon, highlighting how modern practices keep the experience moving while echoing mid-century roots.
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White House Suspends Microsoft From Green Card Program Over H-1B Fraud
Dylan Kresak · 4 min · 15h
