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Rapidian Roundup: What's happening on the West Side?

Submitted 06-18-2024 under NEWS

The Westside Corridor Improvement Authority approves new housing and changes to West Side dining and discusses ways to beautify the West Side with new banners and murals.

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Grand Rapids police drones often flown in Hispanic, Black, poor neighborhoods

Submitted 06-18-2024 under NEWS

Grand Rapids Police Dept. drones are disproportionately flown in Hispanic, Black and low-income neighborhoods, raising privacy and over-policing concerns. However, data shows drone usage has stayed within the parameters of the GRPD policy approved in 2023.

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Meet the candidates: 2024 Grand Rapids mayoral election

Submitted 06-14-2024 under NEWS

Get to know the four candidates running for the seat of mayor of Grand Rapids before the Aug. 6 primary election!

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Updated: Water main break in SE neighborhood floods homes, residents under water boil advisory

Submitted 06-13-2024 under NEWS

A water main break at Adams and Philadelphia Streets in Southeast Grand Rapids flooded homes. While the City works to isolate and repair the 24-inch main, 100-150 homes may soon face a water boil advisory.

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City to accept applications for Neighborhood Match Fund projects in June

Submitted 05-30-2024 under NEWS

The City of Grand Rapids will be accepting Neighborhood Match Fund applications for community-driven projects that bring Grand Rapidians together beginning in June.

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Grand Rapids residents 'embrace the tension' at 10th annual neighborhood summit

Submitted 05-20-2024 under NEWS

Residents gathered at Grand Valley State University for the 10th annual Grand Rapids Neighborhood Summit, focusing on racial equity and community connection through workshops and discussions.

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Mayor Bliss reflects on two decades of service, sets priorities in her final State of the City address

Submitted 05-17-2024 under NEWS

Mayor Rosalynn Bliss, after nearly 20 years of service in Grand Rapids, gave her final State of the City address, reflecting on her tenure, community growth and outlining her priorities for her remaining months in office.

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