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TL/DR - A new study reveals that the Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) had a $1 billion impact on the local economy in the 2020-21 fiscal year, with $726.6 million impacting Ottawa County alone. The majority of the impact comes from alumni, which accounts for $898.4 million, with operations spending at $110.2 million, student spending at…

TL/DR - An annular solar eclipse is set to be visible, weather permitting, for most of America on October 14, though Asheville will only see about half the eclipse and will not see the "ring of fire" characteristic of such events. The light levels during the eclipse in Asheville are expected to be similar to those on Mars. Despite being…

TL/DR - The article revolves around a man seeking advice over his marital issues, mostly stemming from his wife's inability to have sex due to a childbirth injury. The wife had previously agreed to a non-monogamous relationship, but has since become monogamous and rebuffs attempts to reopen the relationship. The husband is considering having a…

Jersey Mike's Partners with Best Buddies International to Promote Inclusion and Raise Funds Jersey Mike’s Subs and Best Buddies International, a renowned nonprofit dedicated to championing equal opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), are teaming up in a bid to bolster funds and increase awareness…