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Hope Semi-Truck’s 25K Meal Delivery to Local Food Banks

TL/DR - Eight local food banks and JustServe.org are joining forces to deliver 25,000 shelf-stable meals to combat hunger in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The donations, amounting to 14 tons of food, will be unloaded at a North Kent Connect warehouse, from where the food banks will then distribute 1-4 tons each. Over 30 community members are…
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U-Michigan’s New Vending Machine Includes Condoms, Anti-OD Spray

TL/DR - The University of Michigan has installed vending machines offering health and wellness products including contraceptives, personal care products, and other medications. The machines were installed in response to a university task force recommendation, to allow students to acquire items such as naloxone nasal spray for suspected opioid…
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Boost in Great Lakes Property Values Post-Pollution Cleanup

TL/DR - A research study from the University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability found that property values around the Great Lakes increased as pollution remediation efforts, such as sediment removal and wetland restoration, increased. These efforts, funded by federal grants, resulted in an average property value increase of…
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Unbeatable Deals at Ann Arbor’s Restaurant Week Starting Sunday

TL/DR - Ann Arbor Restaurant Week will take place from Sunday through Friday with over two dozen restaurants participating. Restaurants will offer lunch and dinner courses, including vegan and vegetarian options, for dine-in or takeout, with some multi-course meals having preset prices. Specials include $25 dine-in-only meals for two at the…