🌱 How a Ferris State student landed on Grand Rapids’ biggest builds

Good day Big Rapids! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• How a Ferris State student landed on Grand Rapids’ biggest builds
• How a Big Rapids-born group is reshaping Michigan development fights

Also on today's calendar: Luke Woltanski and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Thursday: Humid with periods of sun, with a high of 78 and low of 61 degrees.
• Friday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 84, low: 63.
• Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• Classrooms to Careers: Ferris State student Patrick DeWitt's internship puts him on two of Grand Rapids' biggest construction projects (ferris.edu) — From his base at Ferris State in Big Rapids, construction management student Patrick DeWitt is spending the summer on major Grand Rapids projects, including the new Amway Stadium and airport rental car center. His internship with Kent Companies showcases how Ferris’ program connects students to high-demand, well-paying construction careers across West Michigan.
   

• EDRA marks three years with statewide focus on development policy (michigansthumb.com) — An advocacy group that began near Big Rapids is now helping communities across Michigan push back on large industrial projects, data centers, and state incentive deals. Founder Marjorie Steele says the Economic Development Reform Alliance is focused on protecting land, water, and local control, and is weighing political endorsements as it grows its influence in Lansing and beyond.
   

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📸 Around Big Rapids

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Big Rapids

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★ Featured events ★

Thursday August 6

• Sawmill Saloon – Big Rapids →
  Sawmill Saloon, 1003 Maple St, Big Rapids
  7:00 pm

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Other local events

Wednesday August 12

• Luke Woltanski →
  Bandshell at Hemlock Park, Riverwalk, Big Rapids
  7:00 pm

Thursday August 13

• Sawmill Saloon – Big Rapids →
  Sawmill Saloon, 1003 Maple St, Big Rapids
  7:00 pm

Saturday August 29

• Every Saturday Fly-in Lunch (KRQB) →
  Roben - Hood Airport (KRQB), 21325 18 Mile Rd, Big Rapids
  11:00 am

Wednesday September 2

• Kenowa Hills JV Football @ Big Rapids →
  Big Rapids High School, 21175 15 Mile Rd, Big Rapids
  6:30 pm

Thursday September 3

• Sawmill Saloon – Big Rapids →
  Sawmill Saloon, 1003 Maple St, Big Rapids
  7:00 pm

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🗓 Events Nearby

Thursday August 6

• Mecosta / Osceola/ Lake Counties Hazardous Waste Disposal Day →
  Mecosta County Fairgrounds, 540 West Ave, Big Rapids
  2:00 pm

Monday August 10

• Board of Education Special Meeting - Disciplinary Hearings
  Mecosta Elementary Weidman Elementary, 3311 N. School Road, Weidman, MI 48893
  5:15 pm
• Board of Education Regular Meeting
  Mecosta Elementary Weidman Elementary, 3311 N. School Road, Weidman, MI 48893
  6:00 pm

Tuesday August 11

• Silent Book Club →
  Tamarack District Library, 832 S Lincoln Ave, Lakeview
  11:00 am

Friday August 14

• The Future of Comedy Show at The Moose Lodge (Evart, MI) →
  Moose Lodge, 8400 US-10, Evart
  8:00 pm

Friday August 21

• Charlie Millard Band →
  Rambadt Park, 700 N Park St, Reed City
  7:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• DK Security Services & Investigations posted a job opening for Security Officer in Big Rapids. Apply here.
• Ruby Tuesday, Inc. posted a job opening for Bartender in Big Rapids. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Big Rapids here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Mecosta

• Mecosta County board to consider sheriff patrol agreement, EMD grant (theheraldreview.com)
• Mecosta, Newaygo County Sheriff's blotters for July 27-Aug. 2 (ourmidland.com)
• Local election roundup shows unofficial results for four counties (bigrapidsnews.com)

Lakeview

• Greenville Area Community Foundation (insidephilanthropy.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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