Chris Becker
Community updates: Thursday, Nov. 19
by (The Rapidian)
Submitted 11-19-2020 under NEWS
City of Grand Rapids launches small business grant program, announces temporary service adjustments The City of Grand Rapids has launched a new grant program for small businesses negatively impacted by the pandemic, it announced Tuesday. Eligible...
Grand Rapids, Kent County leaders call for using COVID-19 relief funds toward anti-violence resources
by (Brett)
Submitted 09-04-2020 under LOCAL LIFE
A coalition of community leaders are calling for more resources to address Kent County's recent rise in shootings and thefts, which they say is directly tied to the pandemic. In a September 1 press conference organized by Grand Rapids Second...
Voting for Kent County Prosecutor: Alida Bryant runs on reform; Chris Becker on continuity
by (arcarpenter)
Submitted 11-04-2016 under NEWS
The Kent County Prosecutor represents the State and the County in charging and prosecuting individuals accused of crimes from trespassing to murder, as well as in matters of family law. The office also works with police, the courts, and community...