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Grand Rapids Firefighters Receive Pay Increase and Reduced Hours

News Summary Grand Rapids firefighters will benefit from a newly approved contract that grants an 11% pay increase over three…

8 hours ago

Man Pleads Guilty to Threats Against U.S. Leaders

News Summary James Donald Vance Jr. of Grand Rapids has pleaded guilty in federal court to making online threats against…

1 day ago

Trump’s Executive Order Addresses Homelessness in Grand Rapids

News Summary President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order targeting homelessness in America. The directive, called 'Ending Crime and…

1 day ago

Grand Rapids Appoints New Emergency Manager

News Summary Grand Rapids has hired Benjamin Rance as the new emergency manager, replacing Allison Farole. Rance brings over a…

2 days ago

Elegance Wigs to Close Its Doors After 30 Years in Grand Rapids

News Summary Elegance Wigs, a long-standing wig retailer in Downtown Grand Rapids, is set to close after over 30 years…

3 days ago

Grand Rapids Area Secures $78.9 Million for Housing Developments

News Summary Three major housing developments in the Grand Rapids area have been granted a total of $78.9 million in…

4 days ago

Grand Rapids Welcomes Back the Black Experience Event

News Summary The Black Experience event is returning to Grand Rapids, celebrating Black culture and supporting Black-owned businesses on August…

5 days ago

Rescue Operation Brings 165 Schnauzers from Puppy Mill to Michigan

News Summary A rescue operation led by the National Dog Mill Rescue has successfully transported 165 Schnauzers from a puppy…

1 week ago

John Ball Zoo Unveils New Pollinator Exhibit

News Summary The John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids has launched its latest exhibit, 'Power of Pollinators,' featuring over 20…

1 week ago

Stabbing Incident Leaves One Injured in Grand Rapids

News Summary A stabbing incident in Grand Rapids resulted in one adult victim suffering from non-life-threatening injuries. The police responded…

1 week ago