It feels like Grand Rapids is just one big construction zone with all of the work that has been going on.

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Currently the intersection of Division Ave and Fulton Street in downtown Grand Rapids is closed for repair work that is expected to last until November.

Read More: Major Downtown Grand Rapids Intersection Closed Until November

Another major intersection Fuller Avenue and Michigan Street near I-196 was shut down in early June to start repair work on a major sewer issue.

Credit: Big Joe Pesh / TSM Grand Rapids
Credit: Big Joe Pesh / TSM Grand Rapids
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A few weeks back Michigan Street was able to reopen while the final repairs were made to Fuller Ave between I-196 and Michigan Street.

Today while heading to get my car washed at Mister Car Wash on Fuller Avenue, I noticed cars heading north past Michigan Street towards the highway.

Credit: Big Joe Pesh / TSM Grand Rapids
Credit: Big Joe Pesh / TSM Grand Rapids
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After I got my car wash I parked in the Walgreens lot to get a closer look for myself.

Credit: Big Joe Pesh / TSM Grand Rapids
Credit: Big Joe Pesh / TSM Grand Rapids
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I'm happy to report it appears that Fuller Avenue is reopened in both directions.

Credit: Big Joe Pesh / TSM Grand Rapids
Credit: Big Joe Pesh / TSM Grand Rapids
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Shout out to the hard working people that got this done as fast as they could.

It's important that you stop by and support local businesses in that area that have been hurting during the road closure.

Michigan Athletes Representing the US In the Paris Olympics 2024

*This article will be updated as more athletes qualify*
Every four years, the world comes together to compete in the Olympics, with thousands of athletes in each country competing to represent their country in hopes of getting a medal and cementing their legacy. These are the athletes from Michigan who will be representing the US in the Paris Olympics this year.

Gallery Credit: Tommy McNeill

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