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Kent County, Michigan

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Historic squad among 4 Grand Rapids-area volleyball regional champions

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Daniel McLaren Obituary (06/05/1947 - 11/09/2026) - East Grand Rapids, MI

Thursday, November 12

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Proposed St. James Catholic Church demolition plan draws pushback in Grand Rapids

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John Kowalko Obituary (2026) - Grand Rapids, MI

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Crain's Grand Rapids BusinessNov 12

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Sandra Boyer Obituary (2026) - Grand Rapids, MI

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Michigan healthcare job growth is slowing despite a surge in demand

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Oh Christmas Tree!: Grand Rapids is getting ready for the holidays

Wednesday, November 11

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New Vietnamese spot serving pho opens in Grand Rapids Downtown Market

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Pho Xa opens in Grand Rapids Downtown Market with fresh twists on classic favorites

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Try pho, banh mi at new Grand Rapids Downtown Market spot

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