Focus West Michigan for 2-25-25

By Joe Bielecki

Published February 25, 2025 at 3:36 PM EST

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Grand Rapids to see nearly $1.5 million in marijuana-use taxes, funding for Crockery Lake cleanup on hold, a conversation with local artist Paul Collins, and more.

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