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City offices are closed July 4, but pools, splash pads are open

By Press release submission | Jun 30, 2022

City of Grand Rapids non-emergency offices and departments are closed Monday, July 4 for the Independence Day holiday.

PUBLIC NOTICE: City Council Public Hearing

By Press release submission | Jun 29, 2022

A public hearing will be held by City Council on July 12, 2022, to receive comments on the following

Mayor, DWSD announce Detroit’s first income-based water affordability plan

By Press release submission | Jun 28, 2022

Today, Mayor Mike Duggan, Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD) Director Gary Brown, community leaders and water advocates announced the DWSD Lifeline Plan, Detroit’s first-ever income-based water affordability plan. The plan was approved today by the Board of Water Commissioners.

Community Invited to Ribbon Cutting for Kalamazoo Farmers Market

By Press release submission | Jun 27, 2022

The first phase of renovations for the Kalamazoo Farmers Market is nearing completion, and the community is invited to attend a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate on Saturday, June 25 at 10 a.m.

Police to drivers: Don't ignore road closed signs!

By Press release submission | Jun 24, 2022

Construction season is in full swing in the City of Jackson, with a packed schedule of street repairs, water main work, and bridge replacements.

City Of Saginaw Will Resumer Water Shutoffs For Non-Payment Beginning July 18

By Press release submission | Jun 23, 2022

The City of Saginaw would like to remind residents that collection efforts and water service shut-offs for delinquent City of Saginaw utility accounts will resume beginning Monday, July 18, 2022.

Police arrest man for CSC, kidnapping

By Press release submission | Jun 22, 2022

Battle Creek Police arrested a 41-year-old Battle Creek man today on charges of criminal sexual conduct and kidnapping.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Ypsilanti - Silver Certification from the Walk Friendly Communities

By Press release submission | Jun 21, 2022

The City of Ypsilanti is proud to share that it has received a Silver Certification from the Walk Friendly Communities organization.

East Lansing City Council Honors 2022 Crystal Awards Recipients

By Press release submission | Jun 20, 2022

Three recipients were honored by the East Lansing City Council yesterday at the 2022 Crystal Awards community reception, which was hosted at the East Lansing Hannah Community Center.

DMB Welcomes Playa Bowls™ to Downtown East Lansing

By Press release submission | Jun 17, 2022

The East Lansing Downtown Management Board (DMB) is pleased to welcome Playa Bowls™ to downtown East Lansing.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Police Advisory Commission Virtual Access

By Press release submission | Jun 16, 2022

The Ypsilanti Police Advisory Commission will hold A In-person/Virtual Hybrid Meeting on Thursday, June 23, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.

June 15 Statement from City Manager Mark Washington

By Press release submission | Jun 15, 2022

Last Friday, the Police Chief and the Labor Relations Office recommended that I terminate Christopher Schurr’s employment with the City.

Open Position: Director of Public Services

By Press release submission | Jun 14, 2022

The City of Rockford is accepting applications for the position of Director of Public Services.

Juneteenth Jumpstart

By Press release submission | Jun 13, 2022

This week, the Office of Equity and Inclusion will be showcasing important historical figures, lesser known facts about slavery in the USA, and contemporary movements for racial justice in the week leading up to Juneteenth.

PSA- Board of Light and Power: Potential Power Shortages Across Michigan

By Press release submission | Jun 10, 2022

The City of Portland and the Board of Light and Power (BLP) recently issued a public service announcement (PSA) that was included in this month’s electric bill and also placed on our website.

City Of Kentwood's Fourth Of July Celebration Announced

By Press release submission | Jun 9, 2022

The City of Kentwood has a day filled with activities for all ages planned on Monday, July 4 for its annual Fourth of July Celebration, including a pancake breakfast, 5K race, parade, carnival and fireworks show.

Southfield Parks and Garden Club to sponsor 15th annual Garden Walk June 26

By Press release submission | Jun 8, 2022

The Southfield Parks and Garden Club (SP&GC) will sponsor the 15th annual Southfield Garden Walk on Sunday, June 26 from 2-5 p.m.

Water authority rejects suggested $25M reimbursement to communities paying Highland Park debt

By Press release submission | Jun 7, 2022

Macomb County Executive Mark A. Hackel and Public Works Commissioner Candice S. Miller are no longer recommending that Macomb municipalities that contract with the Great Lakes Water Authority for water and/or sewer service should soon withhold payments tied to Highland Park’s unpaid debt.

Participatory Budgeting GR recruiting budget delegates

By Press release submission | Jun 6, 2022

The Participatory Budgeting Grand Rapids (PBGR) Steering Committee today announced that it is now actively recruiting budget delegates as it enters the next phase of its participatory budgeting journey.