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Is it Legal to Take Care of Your Neighbors Yard in Michigan?
I always thought that if you do something nice for someone, you'd get a little bit of good karma and you'd make them happy. But, as the phrase goes- "No good deeds go unpunished", meaning just because you're well-intended, doesn't mean people will be excited about what you've accomplished. And...
Grand Rapids veteran avoids eviction thanks to aid from Michigan senator, community
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A veteran in Grand Rapids got some help with his home repairs. U.S. Marine Corps and Army National Guard veteran Chris Temple wrote a letter to U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D - MI) asking for help with his home's roof. This came after the City...
Michigan's community colleges will be tuition-free starting this fall
It seems every year the cost of college keeps going up but now, every recent high school graduate in Michigan can attend community college tuition-free thanks to the new state budget.
Why Do The Public Pools in Grand Rapids Close Early For the Season?
Summer is my favorite season of the year- because as a southern transplant to Michigan, I spent so many summer days living in the water to stay cool. We didn't have Michigan's many lakes, so we couldn't enjoy swimming in my hometown unless our public pool was open. In my experience, pools are almost all open on Memorial Day Weekend and stay open all the way through Labor Day.
Longtime Wyoming Sports Bar Closing, Property Being Integrated into Housing Development
After more than 20 years in business, a local restaurant and bar is closing as Wyoming's "city center" project progresses. Restauranteurs Frank and Wanda Vitale have operated Frankie V's Sicilian Pizza and Grill in Wyoming for more than 20 years. The pair announced this week they are ready to semi-retire.
Ride On A Lime Bike & Scooter For Free In Grand Rapids
Downtown Grand Rapids and Lime Bikes and scooters go together really badly. There have probably been times when you have seen multiple teenagers zooming on those Lime scooters. Well, there is a chance that now you can use the Lime products for FREE!. Grand Rapids & Lime Bikes. The City...
Trump, Harris neck and neck in Michigan, new poll suggests
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — New polling suggests Republican candidate former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, the presumptive Democratic nominee, are neck and neck, highlighting the importance of Michigan in the upcoming presidential election. Trump leads Harris with 46% percent of voters to her 45% with 9%...
Study Finds Grand Rapids Among Best Run Cities in U.S., Top in Michigan
Grand Rapids is getting top honors for operational efficiency in the State of Michigan. Personal finance website Wallethub sought to rank the best-run cities in the U.S. They compared 148 of the most populated cities across six key categories:. Financial Stability. Education. Health. Safety. Economy. Infrastructure and Pollution. Wallethub constructed...
The City of Grand Rapids’ free dog swim happens for the 7th year
All dogs in the water on August 18. The City of Grand Rapids’ free dog swim happens for the 7th year, four 3 – hour sessions of open swim for dogs at Richmond Park. Park and Recreation Director David Marquardt talks about this fun event, with paw booties, life jackets and tennis balls available on site.
Meet candidate for Grand Rapids mayor David LaGrand
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — FOX 17 is profiling all four candidates on the August 6 ballot for Grand Rapids mayor. In our last installation of profiles, we sat down with candidate David LaGrand several weeks ago. LaGrand is experienced in local and state politics, and is a local business owner.
Grand Rapids has less empty offices than rest of country
A new report from a West Michigan economic development organization found that office vacancy rates in the Grand Rapids area are down, retail activity is up, and the industrial and housing markets both remain tight.
Michigan's Third Congressional District Democratic primary election results
MICHIGAN, USA — Michiganders will head to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 6 to vote in either the Democratic or Republican primary election. In the Democratic primary, two congressional candidates for Michigan's 3rd District want to represent their party on the ballot in November's general election. Hillary Scholten is...
Letter from the Editor: Don’t take my word for it – these candidates are happy to talk about their extreme views
An earlier version of this story included an error on when armed militia members entered the state Capitol. That was April 2020, not September 2019. “Who are you voting for?” is a common question this time of year, but it bears noting that it carries two meanings. If you...
VetFest on August 10 is a free festival for veterans and their families
Join in on the fun at one of the largest free festivals for veterans and their families at VetFest on August 10. Presented by VetLife, it’s a day of camaraderie and good times while offering access to valuable resources and information for veterans on active duty, retired, or military families.
Are You Breaking The Law or Just Being Rude When You Ignore These Signs
There is a good chance if you're walking your dog in Grand Rapids you've seen signs in front yards of homes or business asking you to keep your dog off the lawn. The biggest reason is that they don't want your dog to pee or poop on the lawn and cause possible damage from it.
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