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My Town: Construction on an upswing in Plainfield Township

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Monday, June 2nd, 2014, 1:40pm
My Town: Construction on an upswing in Plainfield Township

PLAINFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich.—Hammers and saws are busy once again in Plainfield Township, as home and business construction picks up with the improving economy.

“Plats of land that have been on hold for years are coming back to life this spring,” said Bill Fischer, community development director for Plainfield Township.  “Many of these plats already have the infrastructure built; subdivisions that have roads and utilities, water and sewer.  And now, finally, the builders are feeling confident in the market and moving forward with construction.”

From Jan. 1 through the month of April, construction crews worked on homes and businesses in the township totaling more than $5.5 million in value.  Fischer says the long winter delayed many building permit applications until late April, so that investment only reflected a few weeks of investments.

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My Town: More houses on display during Spring Parade of Homes

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Friday, May 23rd, 2014, 7:00am
My Town: More houses on display during Spring Parade of Homes

 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.—From toxin-free to maintenance free, dozens of West Michigan homes will be open to the public this Memorial Day Weekend as part of the Spring Parade of Homes.

Even more houses and condominiums will be on display this year- 78 homes from West Olive to Ada.  The homes will be on display through June 7.  They range in price from $100,000 to more than $1 million. This year’s listings include homes in Ada, Alpine Township, Allendale, Alto, Belmont, Byron Center, Caledonia, Cascade, Coopersville, East Grand Rapids, Grand Haven, Grand Rapids, Grandville, Holland, Hudsonville, Jenison, Kentwood, Lowell, Plainfield, Rockford, Walker, West Olive and Wyoming.  For a complete list of homes, click here.

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Church eyes shuttered elementary school

Submitted by Christa Graban, Producer
Monday, July 29th, 2013, 1:21pm
Church eyes shuttered elementary school

WRIGHT TOWNSHIP, Mich.—The Superintendent of Kenowa Hills Public Schools says new plans may be forming for another shuttered elementary school.

Superintendent Gerald Hopkins says a church is considering buying Marne Elementary to keep it in the community.  Hopkins says the church has been eyeing the property for about six to eight months now.

Marne and Fairview elementary schools closed in 2010 because of declining enrollment. In August 2012, Wright Township officials offered to buy Marne Elementary for $1, but the school board rejected the deal.

The Salvation Army has an agreement with Kenowa Hills to possibly purchase Fairview Elementary for $500,000 and transform it into a service center.

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Baby, it's cold outside!

Submitted by Anonymous on Friday, March 1st, 12:00 pm
Baby, it's cold outside!

It may have been cold recently but it did not deter workers from working in the elements.  Seen here are some workers at Fox Motors putting up new signage and doing some paving to finalize an expansion project, while other workers were seen at Township Hall installing a new roof.  ... Read More

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Free Legal Advice For Kent County Renters

Submitted by Anonymous on Sunday, February 3rd, 12:00 pm
Free Legal Advice For Kent County Renters

If you're renting a house or an apartment and have an issue with your landlord, what happens if you can't afford to move or hire an attorney?

While most landlords respect their tenants' privacy and maintain the homes they own, unfortunately not all do. And when there is little money to move or pay for legal advice, sometimes renters feel stuck and are unsure what to do.
 

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Free Bathroom Remodeling Seminar on May 3rd

Submitted by mschirado on Monday, April 4th, 11:38 am

Dreammaker Kitchen and Bath is hosting a free seminar, "Love Your Bath Again," on updating, renovating and remodeling your bathroom. Find out about the latest in plumbing products, and how to make a small bathroom seem larger. There will be prizes and refreshments.

It runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at 4658 West River Dr., Comstock Park. While attendance is free, reservations are required due to limited seating. Call 616-632-2284 to reserve your seat, or click here for more information.

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