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Stanley Ketchel: How 'The Michigan Assassin' found himself on the wrong end of a rifle

Sunday marks 113 years since boxing champion Stanley Ketchel was gunned down, cutting his life and career short. ....

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Grand Rapids Public Library offers hotspot lending program - Grand Rapids Business Journal

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Grand Rapids Public Library cardholders now have access to free and unlimited internet, courtesy of a hotspot lending program funded by a grant from the Wege Foundation.
Patrons will be able to use their Wi-Fi-enabled device, such as a phone, tablet or laptop, at hotspots that are available at all GRPL locations and can be checked out for 21 days. The hotspots allow for up to 15 devices to be connected to it at the same time.
“Access to reliable internet service is a struggle for many,” GRPL Director John McNaughton said. “Our goal with this program is to bridge the growing technology gap that has come into focus as more people work and learn from home.” ....

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Grand Rapids Public Library to host events for Black History Month - Grand Rapids Business Journal

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The Grand Rapids Public Library is celebrating Black History Month by collaborating with local organizations, community members and businesses to present free online programs for kids and adults on its official Facebook page and YouTube channel from Feb. 2-28.
The educational and entertaining programs include:
African American Architects Part 1 with Grand Rapids
’ Isaac V. Norris, AIA, NOMA, LEED-AP
The virtual event, at 6 p.m. Tuesday, is a two-part lecture on the history of African American architects in the United States. African Americans have contributed to the American landscape of architecture despite many educational and inclusion disparities. ....

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Library celebrates 150 years - Grand Rapids Business Journal

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The Grand Rapids Public Library is having a yearlong sesquicentennial celebration that will culminate on its birthday on Dec. 21.
The celebration will kick off with My Library Story, where families can share their stories about the library with the Grand Rapids History and Special Collections Department. Patrons can share their memories through an online submission form and attach photographs, videos and/or drawings. The stories will be kept in the library’s archives and shared on GRPL’s website and social media channels throughout 2021.
Other celebratory items and events throughout the year include a commemorative GRPL library card, 150 books, movies and music, a read-a-thon, exhibits on the history of the library, pop-up pocket parks, special events and more. ....

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