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Lt. Governor Gilchrist on $6 million bipartisan education initiative: ‘This is a critical investment’

By Art Benavidez | Jul 21, 2022

Working-age adults who return to school, along with those enrolled for the first time in programs like Michigan Reconnect, will have a better chance to succeed thanks to a recent $6 million bipartisan investment.

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Michigan's Whitmer: Bipartisan 'budget makes critical investments in working families and communities'

By Art Benavidez | Jul 16, 2022

Bipartisan efforts focused on helping working-class families thrive spearheaded the creation of Michigan's budget for Fiscal Year 2023.

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Grand Rapids' director of Economic Development: 'HOLO Footwear's headquarters is a great addition to the city'

By Art Benavidez | Jul 7, 2022

Grand Rapids will soon be home to a manufacturer of sustainable outdoor footwear that has decided to relocate operations to the city.

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Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce CEO: Financial literacy classes aim to 'prepare students for success'

By Art Benavidez | Jul 2, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI) recently signed House Bill 5190, which ensures that the state's high school curriculum will include financial literacy classes.

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Whitmer on Neighborhood Enhancement Program: 'Every Michigander deserves a safe, affordable place to call home'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 24, 2022

Thanks to Neighborhood Enhancement Program grants, 33 municipalities and nonprofit groups received over $1.7 million to help residents improve their homes and for neighborhood amenity improvements.

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Whitmer: Byron Road bridge reopening 'something for drivers in Ottawa County to celebrate'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 18, 2022

The Byron Road bridge over the Black River is once again open, a recent press release from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s office said.

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Eubanks on prize money awards to honor MET: Our goal is 'helping more children achieve success through higher education'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 12, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has announced that $1.5 million in prize money will be given away to celebrate Michigan Education Trust’s 35-year anniversary.

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Adopt a Charger's Hoksbergen on new EV charging sites in state parks: Our 'goal is to enable zero emission tourism in Michigan'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 11, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and affiliated parties recently celebrated the first of what will be 15 electric vehicle charging sites at state parks.

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Whitmer: 'The MI Kids Back on Track program would double down on tackling unfinished learning'

By Art Benavidez | May 24, 2022

A new initiative under the moniker "MI Kids Back on Track" hopes to extend learning opportunities through tutoring, according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer (D-MI).

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GRSCI's Tombelli on annual gala: 'We invite all Grand Rapidians to join us for this night of international fellowship'

By Art Benavidez | May 21, 2022

Grand Rapids Sister Cities International will be holding its annual gala on June 8, the first in two years.

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Secure MI Vote spokesperson: 'Protect MI Vote is only protecting the right to cheat'

By Art Benavidez | May 18, 2022

An organization spearheading the "Secure MI Vote" initiative has claimed that its opponent was involved in a "scheme to pay off" petition circulators.

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East Grand Rapids Public Safety Chief: 'Properly disposing of prescription medications is critical to the safety of our community and environment'

By Art Benavidez | May 2, 2022

Residents of Grand Rapids were able to dispose of unwanted meds during the city’s recent Prescription Drug Take Back Day event.

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Knight: ‘We encourage everyone’s engagement over the next month to let us know how they want this money spent’

By Art Benavidez | May 2, 2022

The City of Grand Rapids revealed that citizens still have time to submit project ideas through the Participatory Budgeting Grand Rapids (PBGR) Steering Committee.

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Interlochen Center for the Arts president: 'We're thrilled' to be the new home of the Tureck Bach Research Institute

By Art Benavidez | Apr 30, 2022

The Interlochen Center for the Arts will now be home to the Tureck Bach Research Institute.

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Grand Rapids' Fulton Street Farmers Market turns 100: 'We’re excited to celebrate this incredible milestone and look forward to continuing this unique and valuable partnership'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 29, 2022

The City of Grand Rapids reports that the Fulton Street Farmers Market will celebrate its 100 birthday Saturday, May 7.

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Great Lakes GrowthWorks on carbon neutrality: 'We have a long way to go, but this plan moves us quickly to get onto the right path'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 28, 2022

A guide known as the MI Healthy Climate Plan is set to lead the state to obtain carbon neutrality by 2050 with 2030 objectives, according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.

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Interlochen Center for the Arts Academy: 'The Plant Nutrient Experimentation Project is an opportunity for students to have a hands-on cultivation experience through a scientific, experimental lens'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 15, 2022

A plant cultivation project at Interlochen for Arts Academy students has been awarded a $500 grant from the Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education, according to sustainability farm manager Dylan Kulik.

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Davis on fatal shooting: 'Ensure that there is truth and accountability' in investigation

By Art Benavidez | Apr 13, 2022

The Grand Rapids Police Department has released video of last week's shooting that rocked the community.

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CoreLogic economist Boesel: 'Rents increased across the country'

By Art Benavidez | Apr 11, 2022

Inflation pressures have consistently squeezed the wallets of the American people since early 2021, when Biden entered office.

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Grand Rapids applies for share of $100 million MEDC grants for city renovation projects

By Art Benavidez | Apr 9, 2022

Up to $100 million will be given to eligible projects in the state by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Revitalization and Placemaking (RAP) program.