Kate Carlson is a reporter for Crain's Grand Rapids Business, specializing in local news and developments in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area. With a focus on business and economic topics, Kate's articles cover a range of subjects including real estate, construction, healthcare, and urban development. Her work has also been featured in Crain's Detroit Business, MiBiz, and Plastics News.
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By: Kate Carlson
The Grand Rapids-based Frey Foundation entered its 50th year in operation in 2024, with third-generation family member Tripp Frey in his second year chairing the organization's board of trustees. Under Frey's board leadership, the foundation's charitable giving continues a focus on local projects, including programs that support housing solutions for low- and moderate-income residents.
By: Kate Carlson
Parking rates in downtown Grand Rapids could increase for a third time since Jan. 1, 2023 under a new budget proposal for the city's next fiscal year.
By: Kate Carlson
CWD Real Estate Investment LLC's plan to convert a downtown office building into residential units received the first vote of approval Wednesday morning for $15.2 million worth of brownfield incentives.
By: Kate Carlson, Kayleigh Van Wyk
The Grand Rapids City Planning Commission has postponed a vote on Gentex Corp.'s plans for a second manufacturing plant in the city, citing a lack of clarity with the company's proposal.
By: Kate Carlson
The Kent County Board of Commissioners will vote Thursday on whether to place a proposed increase to the county's lodging tax to 8% on the Aug. 6 primary ballot.
By: Kate Carlson
The Hispanic Center of Western Michigan plans millions of dollars of renovations at a recently acquired vacant church as part of the nonprofit's plan to grow its programming for the Latino community.
By: Kate Carlson
Former Grand Valley State University President Arend “Don” Lubbers recalls when the late Richard DeVos told him to “just let him know” if he ever needed any money to purchase property in downtown Grand Rapids for the school.
By: Kate Carlson
Kent County voters will determine in the Aug. 6 primary whether the county's lodging tax can be increased to potentially fund projects including the Acrisure Amphitheater, a soccer stadium and an aquarium under consideration.
By: Kate Carlson
The city of Grand Rapids will soon be on its third economic development department leader within the past year.
By: Kate Carlson
The Acrisure Amphitheater is set to break ground on May 21, and multinational entertainment company Live Nation is expected to serve as the venue's principal booker.
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