A road closure is coming to Grand Rapids, and it's about to shake up the daily commute for many! But it's all in the name of progress.
The city has announced that a portion of Eastern Avenue SE will be closed from Cherry Street to Wealthy Street, starting on November 5th and lasting until November 10th. During this time, city workers will be hard at work repairing concrete damage around manholes, ensuring safer roads for all.
Here's the detour plan: Northbound drivers, take a moment to breathe and follow the detour via Cherry, Diamond, and then Wealthy Street. For those heading south, you'll want to navigate from Wealthy to Diamond and then Cherry Street. A slight inconvenience for a smoother ride ahead!
But here's where it gets controversial: This closure is just the beginning. The city has a grand revitalization project in store, and it involves more closures on Wealthy Street between 2026 and 2028. And this is the part most people miss—the project includes eliminating parking spaces in Eastown, which has some local business owners up in arms.
So, what do you think? Is the city's plan a necessary step towards improvement, or does it overlook the needs of local businesses? Share your thoughts below, and let's keep the conversation rolling!
