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2 days ago | 
fox17online.com | Andy Curtis
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — Well House will hold a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, June 5th, to celebrate the opening of its newest affordable multi-family housing development at 32 Pleasant Street SE. This project, which was reported on in December, represents a significant advancement in Well House’s mission to provide affordable housing for individuals and families facing housing insecurity in Grand Rapids.
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3 days ago | 
fox17online.com | Andy Curtis
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — There is always a good reason to stop by Grand Rapids Library, but if you can’t make it this summer, the library is coming to you with their Mobile Library. Think of it like DoorDash but for books.
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4 days ago | 
fox17online.com | Andy Curtis
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — Typically, the spring is the time of year when more homes are sold as buyers and sellers aim to move before the start of school. But this year's market has seen some slumping sales. A new report from Redfin says home sellers are outnumbering buyers by the largest margin in 12 years. The National Association of Realtors says high sticker prices and high mortgage rates are turning away potential buyers.
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1 week ago | 
fox17online.com | Andy Curtis
WEST MICHIGAN — As firefighters across the country gear up for a summer of potential wildfires following a notably dry winter, it is essential for everyone, including us here in Michigan, to stay informed about air quality. A report from the Associated Press highlights that even if wildfires occur far from our state — whether on the other side of the country or in Canada— we can still experience the effects of smoke.
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1 week ago | 
cp24.com | Andy Curtis
HOLLAND, Michigan ( WXMI) -- Lake Michigan usually does not like to give back what it takes, but now, 165 years after sinking to the lake bottom during the Great Lakes' deadliest shipwreck, a solid gold pocket watch claimed by the lake in the region's deadliest shipwreck is making its way back home to the owner's family. On September 8, 1869, the Lady Elgin, a sidewheel steamer, collided with another ship north of Chicago, with over 300 people losing their lives as a result.
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1 week ago | 
fox17online.com | Andy Curtis
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — This upcoming weekend is looking very nice here in West Michigan, and with summer just about here, a lot more of us are turning our attention outside. But getting that garden going or potting some flowers on the patio can get expensive if you don't have a plan ahead of time. Especially when you are planting something that should stick around for a while, like perennials.
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1 week ago | 
kesq.com | Andy Curtis
By Andy CurtisClick here for updates on this story HOLLAND, Michigan ( WXMI) - Lake Michigan usually does not like to give back what it takes, but now, 165 years after sinking to the lake bottom during the Great Lakes' deadliest shipwreck, a solid gold pocket watch claimed by the lake in the region's deadliest shipwreck is making its way back home to the owner's family.
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1 week ago | 
fox17online.com | Andy Curtis
JAMESTOWN TWP., Mich. — Patmos Library in Jamestown Township reopens today after being closed for about two weeks. The library shut its doors earlier this month due to staffing shortagesthat followed the resignation of several employees. The library announced its reopening on its website, stating, "We're excited to welcome you back! Patmos Library will be reopening its doors on Tuesday, May 27th.
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1 week ago | 
fox17online.com | Andy Curtis
The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the 100 deadliest days for teen drivers. However, teens are not the only ones distracted while driving. Distracted driving poses a risk to millions of Americans every day. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving is a contributing factor in approximately 29% of all roadway accidents. Most of these accidents are preventable.
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1 week ago | 
fox17online.com | Andy Curtis
HOLLAND, Mich — Lake Michigan usually does not like to give back what it takes, but now, 165 years after sinking to the lake bottom during the Great Lakes' deadliest shipwreck, a solid gold pocket watch claimed by the lake in the region's deadliest shipwreck is making its way back home to the owner’s family. On September 8, 1869, the Lady Elgin, a sidewheel steamer, collided with another ship north of Chicago, with over 300 people losing their lives as a result.
