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Mike VanGessel Joins Invictus Builders Board to Promote Diversity

News Summary Former Rockford CEO Mike VanGessel has been appointed to the board of directors at Invictus Builders, aiming to…

3 months ago

Power Restoration Complete in Grand Rapids After Major Outage

News Summary Grand Rapids faced a significant power outage early Thursday morning, affecting around 6,000 customers in downtown and nearby…

3 months ago

Grand Rapids Launches Successful Youth Housing Assistance Program

News Summary Grand Rapids has achieved remarkable success with its Targeted Housing Assistance program, helping 45 young adults secure stable…

3 months ago

Kent County to Undergo Significant Park Improvements by 2026

News Summary Kent County is embarking on significant upgrades to Millennium Park and Johnson Park, with renovations set to enhance…

3 months ago

Grand Rapids Sees Drop in Liquor Spending for 2024

News Summary Grand Rapids bars and restaurants reported a decline in liquor spending, totaling $2.76 million in 2024, down from…

3 months ago

Michigan Man Charged with First-Degree Child Abuse

News Summary Roy Metcalf, a 22-year-old from Newberry, Michigan, faces two counts of First-Degree Child Abuse following injuries sustained by…

3 months ago

Ambiance GR Kitchen & Lounge to Refile Lawsuit Against Grand Rapids

News Summary Ambiance GR Kitchen & Lounge, a former Black-owned nightclub, plans to refile a lawsuit against Grand Rapids, claiming…

3 months ago

Grand Rapids Expands Summer Youth Career Readiness Program

News Summary In 2025, Grand Rapids will significantly expand its Summer Youth Career Readiness Program, increasing enrollment from 76 to…

3 months ago

Governor Whitmer Launches $16.4 Million Revitalization Projects in Michigan

News Summary Governor Gretchen Whitmer has announced significant redevelopment plans in Grand Rapids, Holly, and Utica, which feature a total…

3 months ago

Jurors Deadlocked in Christopher Schurr Murder Trial

News Summary Jurors in the Christopher Schurr murder trial have reached a deadlock after 10 hours of deliberation, leaving the…

3 months ago