Located 161 miles (259 km) northwest of Detroit, Grand Rapids is situated along the Grand River approximately 25 miles (40 km) east of Lake Michigan, it is the economic and cultural hub of West Michigan.

Jan 21, 2025 · City of Grand Rapids Strategic Plan. View the overall plan that guides our operations and financial investment decisions.

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11 hours ago · GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Adults can now enjoy a to-go cocktail in three new areas across downtown Grand Rapids, including along the riverfront. The Grand Rapids City Commission voted Tuesday, Jan. 28 ...

1 day ago · GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — People poured into the waiting room at Grand Rapids City Hall Tuesday night. Many were there to call on the city commission to declare Grand Rapids a sanctuary city amid ...

A custom 1970 Plymouth Cuda, which cost between $750 thousand and $1 million, at the 27th Annual Michigan International Auto Show is previewed at DeVos Place in Grand Rapids on Wednesday, January ...

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Grand Rapids is a vibrant city that is home to a mix of arts and culture, breweries, restaurants, shopping and outdoor activities. It's located less than an hour from the shore of Lake Michigan and is the largest city on the west side of the state.

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Grand Rapids is an American city in Michigan. Located in western Michigan, nearly 200,000 people were living here in 2020. Former American president Gerald Ford grew up in Grand Rapids. Grand Rapids is also the birthplace of Amway and the Meijer store chain. Grand Rapids is the county seat of Kent County.