Grand Rapids Reporter

OPA hosts 'Clean Slate' Expungement Fair April 2, making 'positive impact' on lives

By Glenn Minnis | Mar 8, 2022

The City of Grand Rapids’ Office of Oversight and Public Accountability (OPA) in conjunction with several community partners is set to host a Clean Slate GR Expungement Fair on April 2 at the Center for Community Transformation.

Kent County plans $12.5 million resource hub for health department clinic, sheriff substation

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 31, 2020

The Kent County Board of Commissioners has approved the $12.5 million construction of a resource hub aimed at better serving residents in the northern area of the county.

Afendoulis meets with constituents to discuss U.S. House run

By Glenn Minnis | Dec 18, 2019

State Rep. Lynn Afendoulis (R-Grand Rapids Township) recently met with residents of the 3rd Congressional District to discuss her run for the U.S. House of Representatives.

Governor’s budget opens door for real tax reform, Rep. Afendoulis says

By Glenn Minnis | Oct 5, 2019

Michigan state Rep. Lynn Afendoulis (R-Grand Rapids) is hoping that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s recent rejection of almost $1 billion in state budget funding signals that relief could be imminent for already overburdened state taxpayers.

Michigan Education Association changes stance on paying for health care costs

By Glenn Minnis | Sep 9, 2019

The Michigan Education Association (MEA) is now resisting the idea of paying more in employee benefits after going all out in its efforts to force the state to take on that very responsibility just a few years back.