City of Grand Rapids
Recent News About City of Grand Rapids
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First Round of Grand Rapids Water Testing Comes Back Negative
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The City of Grand Rapids has announced that the first round of water testing results has come back negative. In response to a significant water main break near Leonard and Union on March 17, the city conducted the testing in accordance with state and federal regulations."The results have come back NEGATIVE. This is a positive sign," stated city officials.Despite the negative results, the Boil Water Advisory remains in effect for the affected areas as a precautionary measure. Residents are advised not to drink tap water without boiling it first....
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Bottled Water Distribution Continues; Location Shifts to Huff Park
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The City of Grand Rapids will continue hosting water bottle distribution for those impacted by the ongoing Boil Water Advisory. Affected residents will be provided one (1) case of water per vehicle, courtesy of SpartanNash, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., March 20, 2024 while supplies last.Drivers are asked to access the distribution point located at the Huff Park baseball field parking lot at 2399 Ball Ave NE.On 17 March, the City of Grand Rapids issued a formal Boil Water Advisory for the area generally bounded East of US 131 and North of Hall...
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City and SpartanNash Continue Bottle Water Distribution
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The City of Grand Rapids announced today that they will continue hosting water bottle distribution for those affected by the ongoing Boil Water Advisory. According to a statement by the City of Grand Rapids, "The City of Grand Rapids will continue hosting water bottle distribution for those impacted by the ongoing Boil Water Advisory." The distribution will take place on March 19, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 1635 Leonard St. NE.Drivers in the affected area are advised to follow specific instructions provided by the city. "Drivers are asked...
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SpartanNash Teaming Up with City to Distribute Bottled Water
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – SpartanNash, in conjunction with the City of Grand Rapids, will be hosting a water bottle distribution event for those affected by the March 17th Boil Water Advisory. According to the announcement by SpartanNash and the City of Grand Rapids, "Impacted residents will be provided one (1) case of water per vehicle." The event will take place this evening from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 1635 Leonard St. NE, with drivers asked to follow instructions and temporary signs as they access the distribution point. "Please be patient and follow staff instructions...
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Water Main Break in Grand Rapids Prompts Boil Water Advisory
The Grand Rapids Water Department is currently dealing with a significant water main break on the Northeast side of Grand Rapids, affecting multiple water pumping pressure districts. In response to the situation, customers in specific areas have been advised to take precautions."As a precaution, Grand Rapids Water customers East of US 131 and North of Hall Street should boil their water as crews work to make repairs due to the loss in pressure for a large area and pressure districts impacted," stated the water department.The advisory specified that residents residing...
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GRPD Announces its 2023 Employees of the Year
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) celebrated the achievements of three outstanding individuals by naming them as the 2023 Employees of the Year. Officer Joseph Garrett, Officer René Garza, and Clorissa Novak were recognized for their exceptional contributions to the Grand Rapids community and the department.Officer Joseph Garrett, a member of the Special Response Team and the US Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force, was commended for his exemplary service and dedication. With a background in Criminal Law and fluency in English and Spanish,...
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Grand Rapids Residents Encouraged to Provide Feedback on City Services
Grand Rapids, Mich. – The City of Grand Rapids is once again urging all community members to provide feedback on City services, programs, events, and facilities. The Grand Rapids’ National Community Survey (NCS) is now open for participation until Thursday, March 21, 2024.Residents who were part of the initial phase of the survey initiative and received a survey via mail are requested to share their feedback either through the provided online link or by returning the completed survey via mail as instructed.According to city officials, the survey, consisting of 31...
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Applications now available for the GRow1000 summer employment program
Applications are now open for the City of Grand Rapids' GRow1000 Summer Youth Employment Program, offering young people the chance to earn money while gaining valuable workplace skills. According to City Manager Mark Washington, the program is a great opportunity for the city's youth to explore career pathways and prepare for future success.The program aims to hire nearly 200 individuals aged 15 to 24, who will earn $13 per hour for 20 hours of work per week. In addition to work experience, participants will also benefit from workshops focusing on customer service, growth...
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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Kent County rise or fall in 2021?
Farms throughout cities in Kent County received $17.8 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.
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A look at Valley View Care Center, a nursing home in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Valley View Care Center was one of the 13 for-profit facility nursing homes in Kent County, Michigan in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of three.
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Kent County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Valley Health Center?
Valley Health Center was one of the 14 non-profit facility nursing homes in Kent County, Michigan in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of five.
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What was 3rd largest nursing home in Kent County as of Q4 2023?
Laurels of Kent, the third largest nursing home in Kent County, aided an average of 86.7 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.
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St. ANNS Home: 5-star nursing home in Kent County
St. ANNS Home was one of the 14 non-profit facility nursing homes in Kent County, Michigan in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of five.
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Kent County 2nd largest nursing home as of Q4 2023: Corewell Health Rehabilitation and Nursing Center - Kentridge
Boasting an overall rating of five, Corewell Health Rehabilitation and Nursing Center - Kentridge was the second largest nursing home in Kent County during the fourth quarter of 2023.
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How much did farmers in Kent County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?
Farms in Kent County received $7,017,773 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
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Skilled Leonard, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 2 in Q4 2023
Skilled Leonard was one of the 13 for-profit facility nursing homes in Kent County, Michigan in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of two.
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Skilled Beltline Q4 2023’s largest nursing home in Kent County
With an overall rating of one, Skilled Beltline was the largest nursing home in Kent County during the fourth quarter of 2023.
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Who owned Skilled Beltline in Q4 2023?
Skilled Beltline was one of the 13 for-profit facility nursing homes in Kent County, Michigan in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of one.
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A look at Porter Hills Health Center, a nursing home in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Owned by United Methodist Retirement Communities, Inc. since March 1, 2019, Porter Hills Health Center boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.
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Kent County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Mission Point Nursing and PHY Rehabilitation Center of Forest Hills?
Owned by Mission Point Grand Rapids Holdings, LLC since Feb. 14, 2020, Mission Point Nursing and PHY Rehabilitation Center of Forest Hills boasted an overall rating of four in the fourth quarter of 2023.