🌱 Littlefoot Sock Drive​ + Felons Feeding Families + LaughFest

Grand Rapids MI

23 November, 2021

5:07 PM

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Happy Wednesday, neighbors! Here's everything going on today in town. First, today's weather: Cloudy and windy. High: 49 Low: 41. Here are the top stories in Grand Rapids today: Littlefoot Coffee Roasters has launched a sock drive with a goal to donate 500 pairs of socks to area homeless shelters this holiday season. Their first annual Littlefoot Sock Drive began on Saturday and will run through through Dec. 20, with drop boxes in multiple locations across Grand Rapids. Donations can also be made online, with all money raised going towards the purchase of new socks for community shelters. (grbj.com)A woman pleaded guilty to a charge of riot during a status conference on Monday and in exchange, a charge of arson of personal property will be dropped. Kylia Brooks is among 22 people who were charged in the May 30, 2020, riot. Brooks' sentencing is scheduled for Jan. 31. (WOODTV.com)Pharmhouse Wellness owner Casey Kornoelje and Redemption Cannabis owner Ryan Basore are teaming up to host their first "Felons Feeding Families" event, which will give back to the community by providing 100 free turkeys to anyone in need. (GR|MAG)On Monday, Ellnora's Kitchen served hundreds of free Thanksgiving meals to the Grand Rapids community for the 12th year. (mlive.com)The 12th annual LaughFest, the comedy festival which raises funds for Gilda's Club Grand Rapids, is returning in person from March 16-20. (WOODTV.com)Today's Grand Rapids Daily is brought to you by Newrez. When house hunting, choosing the right mortgage is one of the most important steps. Here's why playing it smart with your mortgage can save you cash. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Celebrate Thanksgiving With 15 Percent Off Floral Centerpieces (November 26) Add your event You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon! If you're into these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. — Miranda Fraraccio About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a born and raised Rhode Islander. She works as a freelance copywriter for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and as an assistant producer for a live-lit storytelling show in Chicago. She holds a degree in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies from The University of Rhode Island. In her free time, you can find her traveling, hiking, or photographing her neighborhood as a street photographer.