Steve Heacock

Grand Rapids Whitewater president and CEO Steve Heacock discusses state requesting city of Grand Rapids design modifications and project status.

In December, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy objected to the wave features in the Grand River restoration design. The City of Grand Rapids withdrew its application. After making design modifications, the application has been filed with the state.

Construction on the project could begin in Summer 2024 after planning partners agreed on changes

Hospitality and entertainment venues are reopening. But while pandemic restrictions were in place, the Grand Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority…