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Grand Rapids Business Journal
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Grand Action 2.0 revealed a conceptual plan for riverfront development along a currently underutilized stretch of Market Avenue south of Fulton Street.
The business-based, private economic development nonprofit Grand Action 2.0 presented on Wednesday during the Economic Club of Grand Rapids program a conceptual plan that came out of a study commissioned by Grand Action 2.0 conducted by the international design and planning firm Populous, based in Kansas City, Missouri, in partnership with Grand Rapids-based architectural firm Progressive AE.
The Conceptual Planning for Riverfront Sites in Downtown Grand Rapids executive summary can be found at Grand Action’s website.
Got a favorite place to sip beer in Grand Rapids? Well, one of Beer City USA s own bars is in the running for the best place to grab a brew in the nation.
HopCat is among 20 bars competing for Favorite Beer Bar in a USA Today and 10 Best Reader s Poll:
It s not an easy feat deciding what you want when going out for a beer at one of these 20 bars, nominated as the best in the U.S. by a panel of beer experts. Each offers a stellar selection of draft and bottled beers, many with a focus on regional or Belgian selections. Pair that with a relaxed atmosphere and knowledgable bar staff ready to help any guest become a beer junkie, and you ve got a recipe for a great beer bar.
Belding applies for grant to improve Lightning Bend Park
Ionia Sentinel-Standard
BELDING The city of Belding is applying for a grant that, if approved, will result in improvements to a park near the Flat River.
The Belding City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing an application to the Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund (MNRTF) for improvements to Lightning Bend Park. The vote took place during the council’s virtual meeting Tuesday, Feb. 16.
Belding s Recreation Advisory Board adopted a five-year community recreation plan. The first phase of the plan includes improvements to Lightning Bend Park, which is located on the city s east side near the Flat River.