Brian McVicar
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Grand Rapids, MI, United States
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Recent articles by Brian:
Housing, ‘transformational projects’ discussed at Grand Rapids Policy Conference
The conference, hosted by the Grand Rapids Chamber, took place at the JW Marriott in downtown Grand Rapids. → Read More
Grand Rapids Tequila Fest to feature premium tequila, cocktails
The event in downtown Grand Rapids is scheduled to take place Saturday, Aug. 13 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. → Read More
Trump-backed John Gibbs defeats Congressman Peter Meijer, who voted for impeachment
Gibbs, a former Trump administration employee and political commentator, was endorsed by the former president. → Read More
Meijer, Gibbs locked in tight race for West Michigan congressional district, early returns show
Meijer and Gibbs are competing in the Republican primary for Michigan’s 3rd Congressional District. → Read More
‘I cannot and will not ignore a validly passed law,’ Kent County prosecutor says of abortion ban ruling
The Michigan Court of Appeals ruled today that county prosecutors can enforce the state's 1931 abortion ban. → Read More
Grand Rapids wants 8,888 new housing units by 2025. How close are we?
The goal was laid out in a 2020 housing needs assessment commissioned by the city of Grand Rapids. → Read More
Grand Rapids DDA exploring expansion of tax collection district
The DDA is exploring adding property around the site of a proposed Grand Rapids amphitheater to its tax-rolls. → Read More
Peter Meijer, Trump-backed challenger compete in Aug. 2 GOP primary for West Michigan congressional seat
The winner will face Democrat Hillary Scholten in the November election for Michigan’s 3rd Congressional District. → Read More
Nonprofit and builder team up to construct ‘affordable’ home in Grand Rapids neighborhood
The home, in the Baxter Neighborhood, was sold below the market rate through ICCF's land trust program. → Read More
Futsal courts coming to downtown Grand Rapids surface parking lot
Futsal is similar to soccer, but is played on a hard-surface court. → Read More
First Whole Foods Market in Grand Rapids area opening Aug. 17
The store is located at Radcliff Plaza shopping center in Kentwood near Woodland Mall. → Read More
Detroit-based HVAC company invests $1M in Grand Rapids Innovation Center
The Duravent Group hosted a ribbon cutting Friday, July 8 for its new office in Kentwood. → Read More
Rooftop pickleball courts open at Amway Grand Plaza in downtown Grand Rapids
The courts, which offer sweeping views of downtown Grand Rapids, can be rented for $20 an hour. → Read More
Boston Square Neighborhood Association hosting community fair
The event, being held July 9, will feature food, live music, a DJ, games and more. → Read More
Barbie truck tour coming to Grand Rapids area
The truck, offering 70s-themed Malibu Barbie beach apparel and accessories, will be parked at Woodland Mall. → Read More
‘We’re swimming upstream:’ Construction costs strain development of Grand Rapids residential tower
Wheeler Development Group says it needs construction costs to fall to make the project feasible. → Read More
Amway to wind down operations in Russia
The move, announced Wednesday, would be the first time in the company's 63-year history that it has left a market. → Read More
Life sciences company plans Muskegon area facility, 200 jobs and $430M investment
Global Life Sciences Solutions USA wants to reopen the former Bayer CropScience facility in Muskegon Township. → Read More
First phase of 52-unit ‘upscale’ Grand Rapids area townhome development complete
Evergreen Townhomes is located on East Beltline Avenue NE, just south of Kuyper College in Grand Rapids Township. → Read More
Michigan’s Best Local Eats: Beecher’s Handcrafted Soft Pretzels offers sweet, savory treats
Founded in 2020, the shop operates a storefront in the Grand Rapids suburb of Wyoming and a food truck. → Read More