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GRPS employees allege retaliation, toxic environment under district chief of staff

Submitted 08-21-2024 under NEWS

GRPS employees allege a toxic work environment under Chief of Staff Larry Johnson, citing retaliation and mental health impacts. Departures and complaints fuel calls for transparency and change.

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How local housing advocates plan to house 100 people in 100 days

Submitted 08-16-2024 under NEWS

Local advocates in Grand Rapids aim to house 100 chronically unhoused people in 100 days alongside community partners, beginning in September 2024

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Wiki Wiki's world tour

Submitted 08-15-2024 under NEWS

A quarantine favorite is now curating experience-centered dining through pop-up events across Grand Rapids.

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Voters narrow mayoral race to 2 candidates, approve all 3 proposals

Submitted 08-07-2024 under NEWS

Grand Rapids primary election results are in: LaGrand and Lenear advance in the mayoral race, key city commission candidates move forward and proposals for hotel tax, early childhood and library funding pass.

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Grand Rapids partners with Lime to provide free scooter rides for those in need

Submitted 07-30-2024 under NEWS

Grand Rapids partners with Lime to offer free rides to eligible residents through the Lime Access pilot program, providing up to five free 30-minute rides daily to improve mobility options.

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GRPS leadership face multiple calls for resignation during board meeting

Submitted 07-26-2024 under NEWS

Parents and teachers demand accountability and better conditions ahead of the new school year starting next month.

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GRPS comms director parts ways with district after accusing leadership of retaliation

Submitted 07-19-2024 under NEWS

Former GRPS Communications Director Leon Hendrix parts ways with the district after accusing Superintendent Dr. Leadriane Roby of retaliation for raising concerns about leadership and team treatment.

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Districts eye more 'normal' financial pictures due to end of ESSER funds

Submitted 07-17-2024 under NEWS

GRPS faces tighter budgets as COVID-relief funds expire. Reduced expenditures and program cuts loom, with impacts from inflation and declining enrollment further straining finances.

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Meet the candidates: 2024 Grand Rapids Third Ward commissioner election

Submitted 07-12-2024 under NEWS

Get to know the six candidates running for Third Ward commissioner before the Aug. 6 primary election!

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Accusations of retaliation surface as GRPS communications director placed on leave

Submitted 07-11-2024 under NEWS

GRPS Communications Director Leon Hendrix alleges retaliation by Superintendent Roby after being placed on leave. He disputes misconduct claims and seeks reinstatement, supported by community members.

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