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U.S. Senators Reintroduce Legislation for Grand River Bands

News Summary U.S. Senators Gary Peters and Elissa Slotkin have reintroduced legislation to grant federal recognition to the Grand River…

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Martin Luther King Jr. Street Bridge to Undergo Major Reconstruction

News Summary The Martin Luther King Jr. Street bridge in Grand Rapids will be reconstructed starting in April 2026, as…

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Grand Rapids Plans Major Bridge Renovations

News Summary The Michigan Department of Transportation has announced a $30 million replacement of the Martin Luther King Jr. Street…

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Grand Rapids Welcomes the World’s Biggest Bounce Park

News Summary Grand Rapids is about to unveil FunBox, the world's largest inflatable playground, opening on July 4, 2023, in…

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Grand Rapids Ranked 22nd in Best-Run Cities

News Summary Grand Rapids has ranked 22nd in WalletHub's annual report on the best-run cities in the United States, marking…

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Lotus Brew Coffee Offers Relief During Grand Rapids Heat Wave

News Summary Grand Rapids faces an extreme heat wave, and Lotus Brew Coffee has opened its doors as a free…

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John Cena Surprises Fans with Coffee Stop in Grand Rapids

News Summary WWE superstar John Cena made an unexpected stop at Stovetop Coffee Roasters in Grand Rapids, enjoying coffee and…

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Grand Rapids Commemorates Juneteenth with Celebrations

News Summary Grand Rapids celebrated Juneteenth with vibrant events honoring freedom from slavery and the contributions of the Black community.…

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Grand Rapids Public Museum Launches Camp Curious Program

News Summary The Grand Rapids Public Museum is introducing its summer 'Camp Curious' program, catering to children from pre-K through…

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Grand Rapids Township Introduces Electric Trams and Goat Management

News Summary Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park has launched electric trams to replace diesel ones, enhancing visitor experience while…

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