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Forge Industrial Staffing: DOL investigation, media reports based on ‘unreliable conjecture’

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Feb 16, 2024

Grand Rapids-based Forge Industrial Staffing announced that "recent media coverage" of the company is "irresponsible and reckless."

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City sets & opens appointment process for new Third Ward Commissioner

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jan 29, 2024

Mayor Rosalynn Bliss and City Commissioners today announced a formal process for filling the Third Ward vacancy on the City Commission.

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City earns AARP’s Age-Friendly Community status

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jan 29, 2024

The City of Grand Rapids is once again an AARP Age-Friendly Community. This month, AARP informed the City that it renewed the City’s status as a member of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities through January 2027.

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Citywide LED streetlighting project is nearly complete

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jan 23, 2024

Grand Rapids’ conversion of its 18,000 City streetlights to LED fixtures is nearly complete.

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Offices closed Jan. 15 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jan 15, 2024

Most City of Grand Rapids offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 15 in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

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City issues Resident’s Guide to the City’s Finances

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jan 15, 2024

The City of Grand Rapids has published online the latest Resident’s Guide to the City’s Finances and Annual Comprehensive Financial Report. These reports summarize the City’s finances for the fiscal year 2023.

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City gears up for Presidential Primary

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jan 9, 2024

Grand Rapids City Clerk Joel Hondorp and his team of election professionals are gearing up for the upcoming Presidential Primary.

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City sets January 11 Division Ave. infrastructure project meeting

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jan 8, 2024

In advance of four major downtown street reconstruction projects, the public is invited to a virtual meeting at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11.

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Grand Rapids residents have options for Christmas tree disposal

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jan 8, 2024

Grand Rapids residents have two options for the disposal of live-cut Christmas trees after the holidays.

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City holiday office closings; refuse and recycling schedules delayed

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Dec 25, 2023

Most City of Grand Rapids offices are closed Friday, Dec. 22 and Monday, Dec. 25 for the Christmas holiday.

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Grand Rapids out-of-school time organizations secure State funding

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Dec 25, 2023

The State of Michigan’s Department of Education has awarded funding to 11 out-of-school time (OST) programs in Grand Rapids, impacting the lives of children and youth in the community for years to come.

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City invests in neighborhoods, opens next round of match fund entries

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Dec 20, 2023

The City is once again partnering with community members on projects that bring neighbors together to learn, build relationships and celebrate our community.

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City celebrates graduation of first CERT team

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Dec 18, 2023

The City of Grand Rapids first Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is ready to serve after completing a rigorous eight-week training curriculum.

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Third Ward City Commissioner Nathaniel Moody to step down December 31

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Dec 18, 2023

Grand Rapids Third Ward City Commissioner Nathaniel Moody announced his intention to resign his seat citing personal reasons. His resignation will be effective Sunday, Dec. 31.

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City hires new human resources director

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Dec 11, 2023

Following a nationwide search, the City of Grand Rapids has secured its next human resources (HR) director.

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City “thankful” for legislative achievements in 2023

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Nov 27, 2023

As the Michigan legislature raps up a historically productive legislative session, City of Grand Rapids officials are reflecting on the remarkable investments and policy achievements that will benefit the City of Grand Rapids and all those who live, work and play in the City.

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Rosa Parks Circle ice rink opening delayed until November 30

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Nov 27, 2023

The ice-skating season at Rosa Parks Circle is delayed one week due to warmer weather expected this week.

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City rolls out annual water rate study, invites public comment

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Nov 21, 2023

The Grand Rapids City Commission yesterday heard an overview of the 2023 water and sewer rate study for rates effective January 1, 2024.

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GRPD introduces new K9 Unit changes

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Nov 21, 2023

The Grand Rapids Police Department has some K9 Unit changes to share with the community, including two new dogs to introduce. Both K9s have passed their certification and have begun their service.

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City offices closed Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving holiday

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Nov 20, 2023

Refuse, recycling and yard waste collections delayed Thursday and Friday.