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Which former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 24, 2024

These former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 25.

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Cooper Craggs, former Catholic Central High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Saturday, March 23 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 24, 2024

The game took place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 23, 2024

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

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How did Central S City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03070 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 23, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grand Rapids Reporter analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,462 voters in Central S City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03070 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Pace Rickard, former Grand Rapids Christian High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Friday, March 22 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 23, 2024

The Rice Owls lost 70-60.

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Census Bureau: 75.8% of people in Kent County were old enough to vote in 2021

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 22, 2024

Of the 654,958 citizens living in Kent County in 2021, 75.8% were old enough to vote, equating to 496,712 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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How did Southern City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03071 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 22, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grand Rapids Reporter analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 771 voters in Southern City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03071 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Cooper Craggs, former Catholic Central High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, March 21 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 22, 2024

Their team entered the tournament as a 14 seed.

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U.S House GOP candidate on opponent Rep. Hillary Scholten: 'Rep. Scholten consistently opposes meaningful action to secure the border'

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 21, 2024

Paul Hudson, who is challenging Rep. Hillary Scholten for Michigan's 3rd Congressional District, has criticized Rep. Scholten's recent vote against H.Res. 1065 as a "failure." The resolution, put forth by Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz, asserts that the Biden administration possesses the executive authority to halt illegal immigration and secure the border but chooses not to exercise it.

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Who voted in Central SE City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03072 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 21, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grand Rapids Reporter analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 669 voters in Central SE City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03072 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Boil Water Notice Lifted in Grand Rapids After City's Swift Response

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 20, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Effective immediately, the City of Grand Rapids has lifted the boil water advisory issued on March 17, 2024. City Manager Mark Washington expressed gratitude for the swift response of the staff during the boil water period, stating, “This is exactly what our community expects in challenging times and our employees never fail to deliver.”Washington emphasized that while residents can now resume normal water usage, the city will continue to assess the event, determine lessons learned, and improve future response strategies. Mayor Bliss also commended...

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How did Central City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03073 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 20, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grand Rapids Reporter analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 690 voters in Central City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03073 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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How did Central SE City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03074 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 19, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grand Rapids Reporter analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 940 voters in Central SE City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 03074 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Bing Goei Appointed Third Ward Commissioner

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 19, 2024

Published on March 19, 2024GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Rapids City Commission has unanimously approved and appointed Bing Siong Goei to fill the Third Ward Commissioner position left vacant by the resignation of Commissioner Nathaniel Moody. Goei, a 64-year Grand Rapids resident, is the first Asian American to serve on the Grand Rapids City Commission and is a small business entrepreneur and owner of two Grand Rapids businesses – Eastern Floral and the Goei Center.Mayor Rosalynn Bliss expressed her gratitude to the Committee on Appointments for their work in the...

First Round of Grand Rapids Water Testing Comes Back Negative

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 19, 2024

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....

Bottled Water Distribution Continues; Location Shifts to Huff Park

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 19, 2024

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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Who voted in Central NW City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 01018 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Grand Rapids Reporter analysis of Michigan voter history data shows 1,146 voters in Central NW City of Grand Rapids: Precinct Grand Rapids City 01018 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

City and SpartanNash Continue Bottle Water Distribution

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 18, 2024

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...

SpartanNash Teaming Up with City to Distribute Bottled Water

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 18, 2024

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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Ferris State golf teams achieve strong finishes at SVSU Spring Invitational

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 17, 2024

The Ferris State University men's and women's golf teams achieved commendable placements at the Saginaw Valley State Spring Invitational held in Kentucky over the weekend. The women's team secured second place, while the men's team finished third in their respective events.