🌱 GR Pitbull Alliance Support Center + Comedy Fundraiser

Grand Rapids MI

13 March, 2022

4:16 PM

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Hello again, Grand Rapids! Important update: You all, as readers, have made the Grand Rapids Daily so successful that it is my honor to announce the next stage of the newsletter. Patch is looking for a local writer and entrepreneur to take the helm of the Grand Rapids Daily. Although I have loved getting to know this community, we want to pass the torch to someone truly local to write about Grand Rapids long term. So if you're interested in earning extra income while making this newsletter a more valuable resource for your neighbors, learn more and apply here. First, today's weather: Mostly cloudy and not as cool. High: 50 Low: 34. Here are the top three stories in Grand Rapids today: The Grand Rapids Pitbull Alliance has announced its intent to open a support center for local families and their pets. The center seeks to support hundreds of residents and is seeking donations from the community to fulfill its plan. According to organizers, their most immediate need is shelving for supplies and they plan to move into the new center by next month. (WZZM13.com)All new dog licenses obtained through Kent County will come with a QR code that links to information about the pet. The information will contain the dog's breed, general information about the dog, and contact details on who to call if the dog becomes lost. According to the director of the Kent County Animal Shelter, the smart licenses will hopefully allow owners to find their lost dogs faster. (MLive.com) The Alpha Grand Rapids Comedy Night is hosting a fundraiser for local families facing unplanned pregnancies. Funds will be used to purchase baby formula and diapers. Five comedians are competing to raise funds with the loser receiving a pie to the face. (WZZM13.com) From our sponsor: Today's Grand Rapids Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Grand Rapids: Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting At The East Grand Rapids Community Center (6:00 PM) Board of Education Meeting At Middle School Learning Commons (6:00 PM) From my notebook: When you shovel snow onto vegetated areas, runoff is reduced. It is important to reduce the water that goes directory into storm drains. (Facebook)Congratulations to the Dragons Love Tacos production on its successful run. They had multiple sold-out shows, three school performances, and a low-sensory night. Good job! (Facebook)The Grand Rapids Business Journal has released its list of 50 Most Influential Women. Click to see who is on the list. (Twitter) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: GR Sports Massage — (Visit website) Add your business here Events: Taxes in Retirement Webinar 3/21 & 3/23 (March 21) Add your event Loving the Grand Rapids Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you soon! — Danielle Fallon About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.