Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of September.
Good morning, Grand Rapids.
🏘️ Community
Grand Rapids awarded over $76,000 in Neighborhood Match Fund grants to 25 resident-led projects (including block parties, art classes and snow shoveling for seniors) to strengthen community bonds.
Applications for the next funding round open Dec. 1-Dec. 31, with projects running March through August.
🎭 Culture
The Grand Rapids Film Festival returns Friday, Sept.
11 through Sunday, Sept. 13 with film screenings, documentaries and short films at venues including Muse GR, the Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives, and Studio Park. Entry is free on Friday at Muse GR.
📰 Economy
Diesel prices have hit a national record of $5.85 per gallon this Labor Day weekend, with West Michigan drivers paying about $5.99.
Truck drivers at Holland’s parade say high fuel costs stress owner-operators + lead companies to pass surcharges on to consumers.
🏛️ Government
Kent County officials will discuss today a proposal for a tax-advantaged childcare savings account that helps families save for care costs and address a shortage of over 20,000 licensed slots — the Childcare Task Force plan will need state legislation and a full review on Sept.
24.
RWE will hold two public meetings for the Silver Maple Solar project in Ottawa County.
The first meeting is set for 5:30 p.m., Sept. 10 at the Drenthe Grove Dozeman Center (615 68th Ave) and the second at 5:30 p.m., Sept. 11 at Patmos Library (2445 Riley St).
🏥 Health
Trinity Health will open a primary care clinic in Allendale on Nov.
2 while having expanded heart care in Rockford and added geriatrics at Wege Medical Center in Grand Rapids, using investments of $3.6 million and $2.9 million and no capital spend for the geriatric service & boosting local care.
🎉 Grand Rapids Events
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Canfield Clean Air for a Cause
Canfield Plumbing & Heating invites West Michigan residents to help a local family breathe easier through Clean Air for a Cause. Now through September 21, 2026, nominate a deserving household to receive a whole-home indoor air quality upgrade valued at up to $10,000, including equipment and professional installation. Self-nominations are welcome, and no purchase is necessary. Visit Canfield’s Clean Air for a Cause page to learn more and submit a nomination.
Canfield Clean Air for a Cause
Canfield Plumbing & Heating invites West Michigan residents to help a local family breathe easier through Clean Air for a Cause. Now through September 21, 2026, nominate a deserving household to receive a whole-home indoor air quality upgrade valued at up to $10,000, including equipment and professional installation. Self-nominations are welcome, and no purchase is necessary. Visit Canfield’s Clean Air for a Cause page to learn more and submit a nomination.
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