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Niksi Home & Floral Opens in Grand Rapids

News Summary Grand Rapids welcomes Niksi Home & Floral, a new floral shop founded by Nicole Ludema. After 11 years…

2 months ago

Grand Rapids Unveils Mural Celebrating Harriet Woods Hill

News Summary A new mural in Grand Rapids pays tribute to Harriet Woods Hill, the first African American female officer…

2 months ago

Grand Rapids Faces Challenges in Black Homeownership Rates

News Summary The Grand Rapids-Wyoming metro area reports the lowest Black homeownership rate among the largest 50 U.S. metros at…

2 months ago

Grand Rapids Faces Lawsuit from Cannabis Companies Over Equity Fee

News Summary Six cannabis companies have sued Grand Rapids over a controversial 3% equity fee imposed on their sales, claiming…

2 months ago

Tragic Accident Shakes Grand Rapids: Pedestrian Fatality Under Investigation

News Summary A tragic series of pedestrian fatalities has shaken Grand Rapids, with two incidents occurring just days apart. The…

2 months ago

Grand Rapids Area Faces Business Closures: What’s Happening?

News Summary Grand Rapids is witnessing several business closures, impacting the local economy and community atmosphere. Notable closures include popular…

2 months ago

Division Avenue Reconstruction Begins in Grand Rapids

News Summary A major reconstruction project on Division Avenue in Grand Rapids will commence on March 3, lasting until November.…

2 months ago

Local Craft Shops Flourish Amid Joann Fabrics Closures

News Summary As Joann Fabrics announces the closure of 530 stores nationwide, including six in West Michigan, local craft shops…

2 months ago

GR Central Iron & Steel Reopens After Fire Incident

News Summary GR Central Iron & Steel in Grand Rapids is set to reopen following a significant fire that occurred…

2 months ago