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Michigan GOP hopeful for Congress: 'On the most pressing crisis of the day—securing our border—Representative Scholten is flailing'

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 22, 2024

Paul Hudson, a Republican nominee for Congress in Michigan, has released an official statement criticizing incumbent U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-Mich.) for her handling of border security solutions. The crisis hit Michigan this week, with local residents being asked to house migrants. Hudson pointed out Scholten's shortcomings on immigration, despite her previous role at the Michigan Immigration Rights Center.

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How much did farmers in Kent County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Kent County received $7,017,773 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Skilled Leonard, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 2 in Q4 2023

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 21, 2024

Skilled Leonard was one of the 13 for-profit facility nursing homes in Kent County, Michigan in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of two.

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Skilled Beltline Q4 2023’s largest nursing home in Kent County

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 21, 2024

With an overall rating of one, Skilled Beltline was the largest nursing home in Kent County during the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Who owned Skilled Beltline in Q4 2023?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 20, 2024

Skilled Beltline was one of the 13 for-profit facility nursing homes in Kent County, Michigan in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of one.

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Forge Industrial Staffing: DOL investigation, "recent media coverage" is "irresponsible and reckless."

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 19, 2024

Grand Rapids-based Forge Industrial Staffing announced that "recent media coverage" is "irresponsible and reckless."

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A look at Porter Hills Health Center, a nursing home in Grand Rapids, Michigan

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 19, 2024

Owned by United Methodist Retirement Communities, Inc. since March 1, 2019, Porter Hills Health Center boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Kent County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Mission Point Nursing and PHY Rehabilitation Center of Forest Hills?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 18, 2024

Owned by Mission Point Grand Rapids Holdings, LLC since Feb. 14, 2020, Mission Point Nursing and PHY Rehabilitation Center of Forest Hills boasted an overall rating of four in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Which former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 19?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 18, 2024

These former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 19.

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Medilodge of Grand Rapids: 2-star nursing home in Kent County

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 17, 2024

Owned by Grand Rapids Holdco, LLC since Sep. 1, 2022, Medilodge of Grand Rapids had an overall rating of two in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 17, 2024

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

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Forge Industrial Staffing: DOL investigation, media reports based on ‘unreliable conjecture’

By Grand Rapids Reporter Report | Feb 16, 2024

Grand Rapids-based Forge Industrial Staffing announced that "recent media coverage" of the company is "irresponsible and reckless."

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Holland Home Breton Rehabilitation and Living Centre, a non-profit facility, had a rating of 5 in Q4 2023

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 16, 2024

Owned by Christian Living Services since Dec. 1, 1990, Holland Home Breton Rehabilitation and Living Centre boasted an overall rating of five in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Who owned Covenant Village of the Great Lakes in Q4 2023?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 15, 2024

Owned by Covenant Living Communities and Services since March 28, 1995, Covenant Village of the Great Lakes had an overall rating of three in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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GOP challenger Paul Hudson on incumbent Rep. Scholten's border security measures: ‘The result of her actions over the past year have been nothing short of a catastrophe’

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 15, 2024

Paul Hudson, a candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives against incumbent Hillary Scholten (D-Mich.), issued an official statement criticizing Scholten's stance on border security measures. Hudson accused Scholten of prioritizing the obstruction of these measures over addressing the immigration crisis, referencing her voting record and perceived inaction in Congress. Hudson is challenging Scholten for Michigan's 3rd Congressional seat.

City Requests Proposals for Lead Programs in the Third Ward

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 15, 2024

The City of Grand Rapids has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for lead-reducing water filter programs in the Third Ward. This initiative is part of the Participatory Budgeting Grand Rapids (PBGR) process, where residents allocated $500,000 to address concerns about potential lead in drinking water.The City is looking for individuals, organizations, companies, or agencies to promote and distribute free lead-reducing water filters, provide educational information, and conduct in-home lead risk evaluations. The focus of this funding is on homes that have not yet had...

City of Grand Rapids Offers Free Lifeguard Certification to Address Nationwide Shortage

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 14, 2024

The City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is taking proactive measures to address the nationwide lifeguard shortage by offering free American Red Cross certification courses. The department plans to hire 75 lifeguards this summer to ensure the safety of swimmers at the city's three public pools.In an effort to reduce barriers to becoming a certified lifeguard, the city is offering free certification courses to applicants who are not already certified. The American Red Cross certification, which is valid for two years and has a value of $275, will be...

Most City offices closed Feb. 19 for Presidents Day

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 14, 2024

Most City of Grand Rapids offices will be closed on Monday, February 19 in observance of the Presidents Day holiday. The closure was announced in a statement released by the City of Grand Rapids on February 14, 2024. City offices will resume their normal operations on Tuesday, February 20.According to the statement, there will be no delays in curbside refuse and recycling collection services during the week. The Grand Rapids Public Library will remain open during its regular operating hours, ensuring that residents can still access its services. Additionally, the City's...

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Plymouth Christian Academy standout Jordan Scott’s college team won in NCAA D3 game on Saturday, February 10

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 11, 2024

The game took place in Kalamazoo, Michigan.

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On Saturday, February 10, former Williamston High School standout Mitchell Cook’s college team won in an NCAA D3 game

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 11, 2024

The Calvin Knights won 83-63 in their NCAA D3 game against the Kalamazoo Hornets on Saturday, February 10.