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West Michigan Middle School Track and Field is in need of Volunteers

By Press release submission | May 20, 2022

The West Michigan Middle School Track and Field is in need of volunteers on May 26th for a large track meet at Houseman Field in Grand Rapids, MI beginning at 2:00pm.

Everyday items to carry on your errands in Kent County

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 20, 2022

Gift giving can be difficult, so Grand Rapids Reporter has put together these gift guides with The Grommet to find everything you will need.

Mental Health Awareness Month

By Press release submission | May 20, 2022

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month and in our continual efforts to support our scholars

City, GRPS offering 1,000 students Canoemobile water experience

By Press release submission | May 19, 2022

The City of Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Public Schools today announced that 1,000 Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) students are participating in Canoemobile this week at Riverside Park.

Secure MI Vote spokesperson: 'Protect MI Vote is only protecting the right to cheat'

By Art Benavidez | May 18, 2022

An organization spearheading the "Secure MI Vote" initiative has claimed that its opponent was involved in a "scheme to pay off" petition circulators.

Two mortuary science licenses issued in Kent County during January

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 18, 2022

There were two mortuary science licenses issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Kent County during January, an increase over the previous month.

Statement From Kent County Prosecutor Chris Becker Regarding The Patrick Lyoya Case

By Press release submission | May 18, 2022

Over the last week, several concerned community members have raised questions regarding the status of the investigative report and charging decision on the fatal police shooting of Patrick Lyoya.

One security guard license issued in Kent County during January

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 17, 2022

There was one security guard license issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Kent County during January, an increase over the previous month.

Gov. Whitmer touts investment to help 'grow economy' through EDA grants

By Caleb Lombardo | May 17, 2022

This month, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer teamed up with U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo to announce that the Economic Development Administration's new grants.

The most essential gifts for a perfect summer in Kent County

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 17, 2022

Gift giving can be difficult, so Grand Rapids Reporter has put together these gift guides with The Grommet to find everything you will need.

National Water Safety Month

By Press release submission | May 16, 2022

East Grand Rapids residents have been enjoying Reeds Lake for a long time!

One security alarm license issued in Kent County during January

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 16, 2022

There was one security alarm license issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Kent County during January, unchanged from the previous month.

Kent County ranks 3rd in issuing professional licenses in April

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 16, 2022

There was one professional license issued in Kent County in April, a 90.9-percent decrease from the same month of the previous year, according to the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA).

Value of Household Goods and Home Construction company Steelcase Inc. (SCS:NYQ) based in Grand Rapids fell 51.8% in week ending May 14

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 15, 2022

Whirlpool Corp. (WHR:NYQ) was the highest Household Goods and Home Construction company headquartered in Michigan on May 13.

One unarmed combat commission license issued in Kent County during January

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 15, 2022

There was one unarmed combat commission license issued by the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) in Kent County during January, unchanged from the previous month.

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Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 14, 2022

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

The best gifts for Kent County beer lovers

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 13, 2022

Gift giving can be difficult, so Grand Rapids Reporter has put together these gift guides with The Grommet to find everything you will need.

Residents to reconnect at the May 21 Grand Rapids Neighborhood Summit

By Press release submission | May 13, 2022

Those interested in attending the 2022 Grand Rapids Neighborhood Summit can now register for the 8th annual event.

Adams: Helmets to Hardhats 'program is exciting because it helps veterans realize the many opportunities to gain skills and sustainable income'

By Trina Thomas | May 12, 2022

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that she and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) awarded a grant that will provide 225 veterans with registered apprenticeships in the Michigan construction industry.