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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...

Water Main Break in Grand Rapids Prompts Boil Water Advisory

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 17, 2024

The Grand Rapids Water Department is currently dealing with a significant water main break on the Northeast side of Grand Rapids, affecting multiple water pumping pressure districts. In response to the situation, customers in specific areas have been advised to take precautions."As a precaution, Grand Rapids Water customers East of US 131 and North of Hall Street should boil their water as crews work to make repairs due to the loss in pressure for a large area and pressure districts impacted," stated the water department.The advisory specified that residents residing...

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Which former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 17, 2024

These former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 16, 2024

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

GRPD Announces its 2023 Employees of the Year

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 15, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – The Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD) celebrated the achievements of three outstanding individuals by naming them as the 2023 Employees of the Year. Officer Joseph Garrett, Officer René Garza, and Clorissa Novak were recognized for their exceptional contributions to the Grand Rapids community and the department.Officer Joseph Garrett, a member of the Special Response Team and the US Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force, was commended for his exemplary service and dedication. With a background in Criminal Law and fluency in English and Spanish,...

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Grand Rapids Public Schools Education: 13,787 students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 10, 2024

For the 2022-23 school year, Grand Rapids Public Schools reported a decrease in enrollment numbers compared to the previous year, with 113 less students being enrolled.

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Which former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 9, 2024

These former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11.

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Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 9, 2024

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

Grand Rapids Residents Encouraged to Provide Feedback on City Services

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 7, 2024

Grand Rapids, Mich. – The City of Grand Rapids is once again urging all community members to provide feedback on City services, programs, events, and facilities. The Grand Rapids’ National Community Survey (NCS) is now open for participation until Thursday, March 21, 2024.Residents who were part of the initial phase of the survey initiative and received a survey via mail are requested to share their feedback either through the provided online link or by returning the completed survey via mail as instructed.According to city officials, the survey, consisting of 31...

Applications now available for the GRow1000 summer employment program

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 5, 2024

Applications are now open for the City of Grand Rapids' GRow1000 Summer Youth Employment Program, offering young people the chance to earn money while gaining valuable workplace skills. According to City Manager Mark Washington, the program is a great opportunity for the city's youth to explore career pathways and prepare for future success.The program aims to hire nearly 200 individuals aged 15 to 24, who will earn $13 per hour for 20 hours of work per week. In addition to work experience, participants will also benefit from workshops focusing on customer service, growth...

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Which former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 2, 2024

This former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4.

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Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Mar 2, 2024

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

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Executive director at Forge Industrial Staffing: 'Relationships are the cornerstone of our success and the driving force behind our impact in the industry'

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 28, 2024

Lorna Miller, the Executive Director of Corporate Services for Forge Industrial Staffing, has spoken about her beneficial experience as an employee at the company. She highlighted her consistent growth and the opportunities she has received since joining in 1996. In her employee profile, Miller underscored Forge's commitment to fostering relationships within the community through "meaningful connections" and a "personal touch."

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Kent County rise or fall in 2021?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Kent County received $17.8 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Kent County's districts student body comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

The most prevalent ethnicity in the Kent County districts' student body in the 2022-23 school year was white, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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Which former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 25, 2024

These former Grand Rapids Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26.

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Grand Rapids Reporter area weekly mass times

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 24, 2024

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

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A look at Valley View Care Center, a nursing home in Grand Rapids, Michigan

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 24, 2024

Valley View Care Center 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 three.

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Kent County Nursing Homes: Who’s behind Valley Health Center?

By Grand Rapids Reporter | Feb 23, 2024

Valley Health Center was one of the 14 non-profit facility nursing homes in Kent County, Michigan in the fourth quarter of 2023, and had an overall rating of five.