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City issues statement in response to the Christopher Schurr mistrial

Published on May 08, 2025

To help community members process this court decision, we invite them to connect with The Wisdom Center. It will provide mental health support today and tomorrow. The Wisdom Center, 1333 Alger St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, will have licensed therapists available from 3 to 8 p.m. to offer free mental health support for those in the community.

City-GRPS launch “The Grand Canoe Experience” for over 1,000 students

Published on May 05, 2025

The City of Grand Rapids and Grand Rapids Public Schools (GRPS) today announced the launch of The Grand Canoe Experience, a new locally led outdoor initiative giving more than 1,000 GRPS students the opportunity to canoe the Grand River at Riverside Park this week. The program will take place from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. daily, May 5–9, at Riverside Park Lagoon, 2001 Monroe Ave. NE.

Grand Rapids to host 175th birthday bash June 7 at Rosa Parks Circle

Published on May 02, 2025

The 175th Birthday Party, Saturday, June 7th from 2 to 5 p.m. at Rosa Parks Circle is part of a yearlong celebration of the city’s rich history and vibrant future. The free event will transform downtown Grand Rapids into a lively hub of entertainment, history and community pride. Residents and visitors alike are encouraged to celebrate with their families, friends and appetites for fun — and cake.
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