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Grand Rapids celebrates grand reopening at Roberto Clemente Park

By Press release submission | Sep 14, 2021

The City of Grand Rapids today celebrated the grand reopening of Roberto Clemente Park.

Close Out The Summer With Annual Food Truck Festival - Sept. 11

By Press release submission | Sep 8, 2021

The City of Kentwood and GR8 Food Trucks have again partnered to offer a Food Truck Festival with more than 20 vendors to help the community support small businesses and make the most of the end of the summer season.

We Lead Learning

By Press release submission | Sep 8, 2021

Happy Tuesday and welcome back from the long holiday weekend!

29th Annual Turkey Trot

By Press release submission | Sep 8, 2021

Here at GRPS Athletics we provide numerous sports programs for student-athletes in Kindergarten – 12th grade.

County Administrator officially on board

By Press release submission | Sep 8, 2021

We are excited to have our new County Administrator officially on board!

Grand Rapids emergency alert system

By Press release submission | Sep 8, 2021

When emergencies happen, you want to be in the know.

Intermittent Closures Of 32nd St. From Pheasant Ridge To Breton

By Press release submission | Sep 1, 2021

Intermittent road closures are expected on 32nd Street SE from the west city limits, about 170 feet west of Pheasant Ridge, to Breton Avenue while the section of roadway is repav

East Grand Rapids Public Safety Seeks Community’s Help Following Sexual Assault

By Press release submission | Sep 1, 2021

The East Grand Rapids Public Safety Department is asking for the community’s help following a sexual assault Wednesday on the Reeds Lake Trail.

Enrollment for Afterschool Program

By Press release submission | Sep 1, 2021

Enrollment for our fall 2021 Teen Arts + Tech Program is open!

K9 Axel, who died after suffering a medical emergency

By Press release submission | Sep 1, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kent County Sheriff's Office and Deputy Krystal Stuart in the loss of her partner and faithful companion K9 Axel.

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

By Press release submission | Sep 1, 2021

City of Grand Rapids non-emergency offices and departments, the Butterworth yard waste drop-off site, and all Grand Rapids Public Library locations are closed Monday, Sept. 6 for the Labor Day holiday.

Kent County Health Department Public Health Order

By Press release submission | Aug 25, 2021

Today, Kent and Ottawa County Health Departments joined others across the state and issued public health order mandating face masks for Pre-K through 6th grade students and employees inside enclosed school buildings or facilities.

EGR Public Safety Shares Back to School Safety Tips

By Press release submission | Aug 25, 2021

The new school year kicks off next week, and the East Grand Rapids Public Safety Department has tips for drivers and students to help ensure morning and afternoon commutes are safe and smooth for all.