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Rosa Parks Circle ice rink opens Nov. 24

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Nov 14, 2023

The ice-skating season at Rosa Parks Circle kicks off at 10 a.m. Friday, Nov. 24. The rink at 135 Monroe Center St. NW will be open daily, weather permitting, through February 25.

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To unveil first ‘big ideas’ for Community Master Plan

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Nov 14, 2023

The public will get its first look at the initial big ideas generated from community members and stakeholders to drive further development of the City of Grand Rapids’ Community Master Plan (CMP) during a series of events that will take place Nov. 14, 15 and 16.

Kids and families invited to Oct. 25 celebration at Children’s Museum

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Oct 25, 2023

A collective of out-of-school-time providers will host the inaugural Lights On Afterschool Pre-Bash 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25 at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum.

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Leaves are falling; Please keep them away from storm drains

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Oct 23, 2023

As leaves begin to fall this season, the City of Grand Rapids is reminding residents to be aware of catch basins, more commonly known as storm drains, when removing leaves from their yards.

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City, community team to bring the Grand Rapids Santa Claus Parade back

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Oct 18, 2023

Santa Clause IS coming to town, after all! The Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Claus Parade will return Saturday, Nov. 18 after volunteers stepped up to continue the cherished holiday tradition down the streets of downtown Grand Rapids.

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Grand Rapids invests $100,000 in New Community Transformation Fund

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Oct 16, 2023

New Community Transformation Fund (NCTF), a Grand Rapids-based venture fund aimed at boosting businesses owned by people of color in West Michigan, announces it has received a $100,000 investment from the City of Grand Rapids. NCTF has raised $11.85m since its inception in 2020.

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$6.1 million in MEDC funding to aid five housing developments in GR

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Oct 11, 2023

Five housing developments – featuring affordable rental and owner-occupied units – across the city of Grand Rapids will benefit from more than $6.1 million awarded through the Michigan Economic Development Corporation’s second round of the Revitalization and Placemaking Program (RAP 2.0).

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City to release RFI/RFQ for Solar on Butterworth Landfill

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Sep 25, 2023

The City of Grand Rapids’ vision and work to generate solar power from the Butterworth Landfill site has persisted for over a decade and now has new momentum.

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City earns 42nd consecutive excellence in financial reporting award

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Sep 25, 2023

The City of Grand Rapids has achieved the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) “Excellence in Financial Reporting Award” for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.

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City seeks Pitch Night ideas to reduce violence

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Sep 18, 2023

City seeks Pitch Night ideas to reduce violence,

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GR economic development director accepts role back in his home state

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Sep 13, 2023

Jeremiah Gracia, economic development director for the City of Grand Rapids, has announced that he will leave his post October 4 to return to Dublin, Ohio to serve as its director of economic development.

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Most City offices closed on Labor Day, but splash pads remain open

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Sep 4, 2023

City of Grand Rapids non-emergency offices and departments, the Butterworth yard waste drop-off site, and all Grand Rapids Public Library (GRPL) locations are closed Monday, Sept. 4* for the Labor Day holiday. Normal operations resume Tuesday, Sept. 5.

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City responding to overnight storm

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Aug 31, 2023

Residents, businesses can help assess property damage.

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OEM seeks volunteers to serve on City’s first CERT team

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Aug 22, 2023

The City of Grand Rapids Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is looking for community members interested in serving on its first Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).

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Whitmer: 'Michigan’s black-owned businesses make invaluable contributions'

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Aug 22, 2023

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently highlighted the important role of the state's black-owned businesses in innovation and job creation during Black Business Month, underlining her commitment to sustaining their accomplishments.

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City requests proposals for third round of PBGR projects/ideas

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Aug 2, 2023

The third round of requests for proposals (RFPs) for Participatory Budgeting Grand Rapids (PBGR) selected projects are now on the street.

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Congresswoman Scholten Introduces Bicameral Bill to Increase Access to Farmers Markets

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Aug 1, 2023

On July 26, 2023, U.S. Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03) and Senator Tina Smith (D-MN) introduced the Enabling Farmers to Benefit from Processing Nutrition Programs Act, legislation that would remove administrative hurdles that cause small and independent farmers and ranchers to miss out on the benefits from processing nutrition programs.

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$42 million in Vital Streets and Sidewalk projects underway

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jul 26, 2023

We are in the midst of its tenth season of ramped-up road construction, with a total investment of $42 million in street and sidewalk improvements throughout Grand Rapids this summer.

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Free dog swim returns for its sixth year August 20 at Richmond Pool

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jul 23, 2023

The City’s Parks and Recreation Department will once again host its free dog swim event at Richmond Park Pool.

Grand Rapids Police to hold July 17 sponsored recruit open house

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Jul 18, 2023

The Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) will host an open house from 4 to 6 p.m. July 17 for those interested in learning more about sponsored recruit positions.