Grand Rapids Reporter

Historic Preservation Commission features the Home Acres

By Press release submission | Jun 30, 2022

Our next article from the Historic Preservation Commission features the Home Acres area centered around the intersection of current-day 44th Street and Division Avenue.

Know the rules and practice caution when lighting fireworks

By Press release submission | Jun 29, 2022

A growing number of residents light consumer grade fireworks as part of their annual holiday celebrations.

Lawyer's Democracy Fund on Supreme Court voter ID ruling: 'This is a major win for democracy and fair elections'

By David Beasley | Jun 28, 2022

Tom Spencer, vice president of the Lawyer's Democracy Fund, is praising the U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling that North Carolina state legislators have a right to intervene in a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of a voter identification law passed by the legislature.

Public Accuracy Notice

By Press release submission | Jun 28, 2022

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a "Public Accuracy Test" will take place at 4:30 p.m

22nd Annual Golf Classic

By Press release submission | Jun 27, 2022

Grand Rapids Sports Hall of Fame - 22nd Annual Golf Classic

Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Jun 25, 2022

The following parishes in the Grand Rapids Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Find select paint brands on sale at local participating Kent County Ace stores during national promotion starting June 29

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Jun 24, 2022

Find deals on Clark+Kensington and Royal paint at local participating Kent County Ace Hardware stores from June 29 to July 11.

Kent County Health Department Offers Free Testing and Other Activities in Grand Rapids Parks in Recognition of National HIV Testing Day

By Press release submission | Jun 24, 2022

n honor of National HIV Testing Day, the Kent County Health Department (KCHD) is partnering with community organizations to offer “Wellness in the Park” at three parks in Grand Rapids.

Whitmer on Neighborhood Enhancement Program: 'Every Michigander deserves a safe, affordable place to call home'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 24, 2022

Thanks to Neighborhood Enhancement Program grants, 33 municipalities and nonprofit groups received over $1.7 million to help residents improve their homes and for neighborhood amenity improvements.

GRow1000 Academy provides long-term employment for young adults

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2022

A new spin-off of the City’s GRow1000 program called the GRow1000 Academy is providing long-term employment for young adults in the community.

How high did Grand Rapids junior tennis player Elliott Murray rank in Boys’ 14 singles bracket by week ending June 4?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Jun 22, 2022

Grand Rapids tennis player Elliott Murray won 31 points playing singles tournaments in the junior Boys’ 14 category of the United States Tennis Association by the week ending June 4.

Peter Meijer and Biden Own the Inflation Explosion

By Steve Cortes | Jun 22, 2022

Out of control inflation causes misery for the citizens of West Michigan as the economy of America crashes into the ditch thanks to the disastrous policies of Joe Biden and his dependable ally on Capitol Hill, Congressman Peter Meijer.

Annual Metro High School Police Academy

By Press release submission | Jun 22, 2022

The annual Metro High School Police Academy got underway yesterday.

Week ending June 18: Business licenses expiring in ZIP Code 49507

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Jun 22, 2022

There was one business license expiring in ZIP Code 49507 in the week ending June 18, according to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

GRPS is looking for Executive Director of Communications and External Affairs

By Press release submission | Jun 21, 2022

GRPS is looking for a new Executive Director of Communications and External Affairs

How many Kent County employees earn $150,000 and above?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Jun 21, 2022

61 Kent County employees earn $150,000 or more annually, according to the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.

Participating Kent County Ace Hardware stores hosting June 25 sale and BBQ party to get you ready for the Fourth of July

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Jun 20, 2022

Participating Kent County Ace Hardware stores are offering free delivery and assembly on all grills $399 and up, as part of the celebration.

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Gov. Whitmer: 'Today’s investments by Coastal Container and Hudsonville Creamery will create a combined 138 good-paying jobs for Michiganders in and around Holland'

By Andy Nghiem | Jun 20, 2022

Two Michigan business have received support from the Michigan Strategic Fund to help their expansion plans which will create 138 new jobs and generate a total private investment of $87.7 million.

Sale at participating Kent County Ace Hardware stores starting June 29 will help you throw amazing Fourth of July party

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Jun 20, 2022

Fourth of July sale starting June 29 to get you stocked up in time for the holiday.

Back to Business Podcast

By Press release submission | Jun 20, 2022

The Back to Business Podcast team spent last Tuesday live at the 2022 West Michigan CEO Summit recording interviews with West Michigan's top leaders.