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Grand Rapid's North East Neighborhood

In Season Report: August 22, 2020

Submitted 08-21-2020 under NONPROFITS

It is peak season at the market and our stalls are filled with so many beautiful colors! Shop from over 50 vendors tomorrow for all your fresh, in season, local produce + food product needs.

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Community updates: Thursday, Aug. 20

Submitted 08-20-2020 under NEWS

Kent County’s COVID-19 case growth continues downward trend; City of Grand Rapids shares more details about month-long "The Bridge GR" event happening this fall; and The Rapid transitions to fall service schedule on August 31.

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2020 census enters home stretch with Grand Rapids' turnout goal still to be reached

Submitted 08-20-2020 under LOCAL LIFE

Some neighborhoods in the city have lower response rates than others. Much of the southwest side and neighborhoods along US 131 have rates closer to 50 percent.

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Community updates: Tuesday, Aug. 18

Submitted 08-18-2020 under NEWS

MHSAA moves Michigan high school football to spring; Grand Rapids' Blue Bridge getting upgraded lighting system; Vertigo Music record store reopens downtown; Greater Grand Rapids Women's History Council hosting downtown event to celebrate 19th Amendment; and more.

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In Season Report: August 15, 2020

Submitted 08-14-2020 under NONPROFITS

Join us for another beautiful Saturday at the market! Shop for fresh, in season, local produce + food products from over 55 vendors.

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Community updates: Thursday, Aug. 13

Submitted 08-13-2020 under NEWS

Kent County Health Department reports decline in county’s new COVID-19 cases, urges face covering use for younger students; Grand Rapids coalition developing month-long "The Bridge" event as alternative to now-canceled ArtPrize 2020; and more.

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Community updates: Tuesday, Aug. 11

Submitted 08-11-2020 under NEWS

Grand Rapids Police Department releases draft strategic plan to improve policing; Grand Rapids Public Schools announces more details about its online-only learning plan for school's return; and alleyways in downtown Grand Rapids named, given street signage to honor local women leaders.

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Growing Green Teaches about Pollinator Protection

Submitted 08-11-2020 under NONPROFITS

Growing Green spreads the word on how organic lawn practices can benefit the birds, bees, and butterflies.

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In Season Report: August 8, 2020

Submitted 08-07-2020 under NONPROFITS

Come celebrate National Farmers Market Week with us this Saturday! Shop from over 55 local vendors + stock up on your favorite fresh, in season Michigan produce.

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Community updates: Thursday, Aug. 6

Submitted 08-06-2020 under NEWS

Kent County Health Department reports continued flattening of Kent County’s COVID-19 case growth; Grand Rapids' autonomous vehicles receive national recognition for local government innovation; Celebration Cinema bringing pop-up drive-in theater to Grand Rapids; and more.

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