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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under Educational Services industry file 10 petitions in Grand Rapids Reporter publication area throughout 2024
In 2024, 10 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Educational Services industry located within the Grand Rapids Reporter publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry file 108 petitions in Grand Rapids Reporter publication area throughout 2024
Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry based in the Grand Rapids Reporter publication area submitted 108 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Grand Rapids Reporter Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?
In 2024, 115 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry located within the Grand Rapids Reporter publication area, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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Grand Rapids Reporter Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Manufacturing industry during 2024?
Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry based in the Grand Rapids Reporter publication area submitted 61 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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League of American Workers founder: ‘Biden’s open border claims another innocent life’
League of American Workers founder Steve Cortes said President Joe Biden’s open border policy is the cause of multiple deaths of innocent people.
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City “thankful” for legislative achievements in 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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City rolls out annual water rate study, invites public comment
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
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
Refuse, recycling and yard waste collections delayed Thursday and Friday.
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Rosa Parks Circle ice rink opens Nov. 24
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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Kids and families invited to Oct. 25 celebration at Children’s Museum
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
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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Grand Rapids invests $100,000 in New Community Transformation Fund
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
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
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
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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GR economic development director accepts role back in his home state
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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CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS: Plaster Creek Family Park wins design award
Plaster Creek Family Park has received a 2020 Park Design award from the Michigan Recreation & Park Association (mParks).