Organizers of the 44th Grand Rapids Applebutter Fest announce that the annual festival will be held this year and is scheduled for Sunday, October 10 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Festival co-chair Steve Kryder said the organization is mindful of COVID-19 concerns.

“We encourage everyone to get vaccinated, and we also encourage folks to wear masks, but it is not required,” he said.

Mr. Kryder reminds attend…