Farmers market returns to southeast side on Thursdays
The Southeast Area Farmers Market is back in business, operating on Thursdays between 1pm and 6pm at the corner of Franklin and Fuller – just west of Martin Luther King […]
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City schools attracting more suburban students
The county’s school choice plan is making Grand Rapids Public Schools a destination for some suburban students. Though suburb districts still outpaced the city in attracting students under the school choice rules, the city did attract 84 new suburban students. School officials credit new programs and school investment.
Grand Rapids Approves $15 Million Road, Sewer Investment
Grand Rapids city commissioners recently approved spending $15 million on four separate construction projects. The work involves modernizing sewer lines, resurfacing major roadways, and other repairs.
Education, innovation key to West Michigan’s economic success
Speaking to an audience at Grand Valley State University, Right Place President Birgit Klohs said education, innovation, and technology is key to West Michigan’s 21st Century prosperity.
Major airline will connect GR Ford to Denver, world’s 11th busiest terminal
On September 6, 2006 United Airlines will launch service from Grand Rapids to Denver. The route is expected to be a major pathway connecting Grand Rapids to the western United States.
Major wireless carrier boosting investment in GR
Cingular Wireless announced a $100 million plan to improve its network across Michigan, including a substantial investment in metro Grand Rapids. The company has already invested over $60 million in Michigan since it acquired AT&T Wireless more than a year ago.
Konica Minolta plans $13 million GR expansion
Governor Granholm tour of Japan landed 150 new jobs and nearly $34 million in investments for Michigan. Grand Rapids should see 80 news jobs and some $13 million in foreign investment.
Meijer, GM partner to promote alternative fuel
Two Michigan based companies – Meijer and General Motors – have chosen Grand Rapids as one of several target markets for corn- and soy-based fuel. The fuel, which is 85 percent ethanol, aims to help reduce fossil fuel dependency, eliminate harmful auto emissions, and open new markets for the agricultural industry.
Transit agency brings kids to books
The Ride to Read program, established in 1992, connects GRPS students with books and the library.
GR Web firm connects films, fans
A recent survey from Spout.com, a new Grand Rapids-based internet movie retailer and film forum, reveals film enthusiasts are dissatisfied with Hollywood’s product and prefer to watch movies at home with friends.
