🌱 Masks No Longer Required On Buses + 'Grand Radips' Highway Sign

Welcome back, Grand Rapids! Let's get you all caught up to start this Wednesday, April 20 off on an informed note. Here's everything going on today in town.

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First, today's weather:

Warmer; breezy in the p.m. High: 54 Low: 46.

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Here are the top three stories today in Grand Rapids:

1. Grand Rapids buses no longer require riders to wear masks. Rapid Bus Operators ask for the public's patience as it informs the community about the change. The new policy comes after a federal judge struck down a CDC directive on Monday. The TSA will also end its mask mandate enforcement policy. (WOODTV.com)
2. An independent autopsy has reported that Patrick Lyoya was shot in the back of the head at point-blank range. Lyoya was killed during a misdemeanor traffic stop on Apr. 4 by a Grand Rapids Police Department officer. Dr. Werner Spitz performed the autopsy. (FOX 2 Detroit)
3. The Michigan Department of Transportation has found a spelling error in a wayfinding sign along Interstate 96 near 48th Avenue. The sign directed travelers to "Grand Radips." The department has covered the spelling mistake with green tape until it can be fixed. The department is currently bewildered as to how the error was made and at what point in the sign-making process. (WOODTV.com)

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Today in Grand Rapids:

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From my notebook:

• The Kent County Animal Shelter provides an update on adoptions and reclaims that occurred during the week. Click to view. (Facebook)
• The Grand Rapids Art Museum highlights Carole Harris' work with textiles. Click here to plan your next visit to the museum to view Harris' work in person. (Facebook)
• Michigan lineman Jack Stewart has entered the transfer portal. Click for the full story. (Twitter)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update!

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with 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.