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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.

Big earners: who makes $100,000 and above in Kent County?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Jun 20, 2022

463 Kent County employees earn $100,000 or more annually, according to the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.

Grand Rapids company Steelcase Inc. (SCS:NYQ) working in Household Goods and Home Construction sees value rise 203.4% in week ending June 18

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Jun 19, 2022

Whirlpool Corp. (WHR:NYQ) was the highest Household Goods and Home Construction company headquartered in Michigan on June 17.

Whitmer: Byron Road bridge reopening 'something for drivers in Ottawa County to celebrate'

By Art Benavidez | Jun 18, 2022

The Byron Road bridge over the Black River is once again open, a recent press release from Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s office said.