Celebrate both Grand Rapids 175th and the Nation's 250th

By Shelley Irwin

Published July 18, 2025 at 10:49 AM EDT

GRa250 Steering Committee member Gleaves Whitney sets the scene for how to best prepare for 2026.

Celebrate both Grand Rapids 175th and the Nation's 250th. A GR committee will soon roll out the red carpet for community participation. GRa250 Steering Committee member Gleaves Whitney sets the scene for how to best prepare for 2026.

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