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Tuesday, November 5, 2024

News from September 2022

Welcome to the team, Olivia!

By Press release submission | Sep 22, 2022

Olivia Marquez is a Grand Rapids native who recently graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelors’ degree in Public and NonProfit Administration and minors in Spanish and Hospitality and Tourism Management.

Broadband Expansion Efforts In Kent County - We Need Your Help!

By Press release submission | Sep 21, 2022

Broadband Internet is essential to those who work, reside, and attend school in Kent County.

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One postsecondary school license issued in Kent in week ending Sept. 10

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Sep 20, 2022

One postsecondary school license was issued in Kent County during the week ending Sept. 10.

GRPS Investigates Weapon in School

By Press release submission | Sep 20, 2022

Grand Rapids Public Schools officials are investigating after an incident involving a potential weapon in one of the district's schools.

SAFE Task Force’s gun buyback garners 285 firearms

By Press release submission | Sep 20, 2022

Residents turned in nearly 300 firearms at Saturday’s Grand Rapids gun buyback event.

Food Drive For Kentwood's Little Free Pantry

By Press release submission | Sep 19, 2022

The City of Kentwood is hosting a food drive through October to restock Kentwood's Little Free Pantry.

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Grand Rapids company Steelcase Inc. (SCS:NYQ) working in Household Goods and Home Construction sees value rise 337.3% in week ending Sept. 17

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Sep 18, 2022

Steelcase Inc. (SCS:NYQ) was the highest Household Goods and Home Construction company headquartered in Michigan on Sept. 16.

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Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Sep 17, 2022

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

Kentwood Glow In The Park To Feature Glow-Themed Fun Run, Dance Party, Costume Contest And More

By Press release submission | Sep 16, 2022

Community members are invited to brighten the night with the City of Kentwood’s Glow in the Park event 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 15.

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New campaign at Great Lakes Ace in Grand Rapids helping you get the most paint you want

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Sep 16, 2022

Find over 3,500 inspiring colors to use in your next home renovation or painting project.

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The Our Strong Start project is an avenue for ‘more child care programs,’ says Whitmer

By Art Benavidez | Sep 15, 2022

Michigan has established a new program for those who want to establish child care businesses.

Hispanic Heritage Month

By Press release submission | Sep 15, 2022

I was proud because that way we can see each other’s Hispanic cultures.

Absent Voter Applications

By Press release submission | Sep 14, 2022

Applications for Absent Voter's (AV) Ballot are mailed automatically for each election to those that have requested to be added to the list kept by the Clerk's Office.

Monthly Business Exchange Luncheons

By Press release submission | Sep 14, 2022

Looking to expand your network in West Michigan?

City recognizes welcoming week through Sept. 18

By Press release submission | Sep 14, 2022

Mayor Rosalynn Bliss has issued a proclamation naming September 9 through 18 Welcoming Week in Grand Rapids.

Redhawks begin the season 3-0, the first time since 1998!

By Press release submission | Sep 13, 2022

For the first time since 1998, the Union High School football team has begun its season with a perfect 3-0 record

Kent County Opens New Parks Department Office

By Press release submission | Sep 12, 2022

Kent County held a ribbon-cutting ceremony today for its new Parks Department office, located at 1700 Butterworth St. SW in Grand Rapids.

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Value of Household Goods and Home Construction company Steelcase Inc. (SCS:NYQ) based in Grand Rapids fell 11.2% in week ending Sept. 10

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Sep 11, 2022

La-Z-Boy Inc. (LZB:NYQ) was the highest Household Goods and Home Construction company headquartered in Michigan on Sept. 9.

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Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Sep 10, 2022

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

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Whitmer on annual crime rate: ‘Crime is flat in Michigan, there is more work to do’

By Art Benavidez | Sep 10, 2022

State leaders are hoping that a new initiative will help mitigate gun violence across the state.