Grant, Michigan is a city in south-central Newaygo County. Mostly in Ashland Township, a portion of the city extends into Grant Township to the east.
The chief route through the city is M-37 (Mason Drive), which is also known as Maple Street within the city. It intersects 120th Street (State Road) in the upper-central part of Grant. Cities and villages within twenty miles of Grant include Newaygo, Casnovia, Kent City, Sparta, White Cloud, Fremont, Ravenna, Sand Lake, and Pierson.
Although Grant is thirty miles north of Grand Rapids, it is included in the Grand Rapids Metropolitan Statistical Area. While Grand Rapids and Muskegon, thirty miles to the west, are large urban areas, Grant is more of a rural city, surrounded by farmland, scattered woodlands, and wetlands. With few industries, Grant is a residential community whose residents are mostly employed in the larger metropolitan area.
Although people were living in the area before that time, the history of the town is tied to the arrival of Andrew J. Squier, who built a sawmill there in 1882. That same year, a railroad station was built for a branch of the Chicago & Western Railroad, which later became the Pere Marquette Railroad. The railroad station became known as Grant Station, named for former President Ulysses S. Grant. The Grant Train Depot and Grant Water Tower, constructed in 1891, still exist as historic sites.
The growing community around the sawmill and train depot was often known as Grant Center. On May 14, 1892, a post office was established, at which time the community's name was shortened to Grant, which was incorporated as a village in 1893. The village became a city on November 30, 1971.
Originally a lumber and a railroad town, today Grant is mostly a bedroom community, with a population just short of nine hundred.
The focus of this guide is on the City of Grant, Michigan. Appropriate topics include online resources representing the municipal government or any individuals, businesses, industries, schools, places of worship, organizations, attractions, and events within the city.
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Located on Mason Drive in Grant, Michigan, Bryan's Hardware is affiliated with True Value, a nationwide wholesaler, carrying a large inventory of hardware, and plumbing, electrical, paint, lawn and garden, automotive, houseware, and cleaning supplies, as well as outdoor power equipment, hand and power tools, small appliances, building materials, and outdoor sports and recreation equipment. Its departments, products, and special offers are highlighted, and its location and hours are posted.
https://bryanshardwaregrant.com/
Family owned and operated for three generations, the Christmas tree farm strives to maintain the atmosphere of a family event in buying a Christmas tree, including a hayride through its 100-acre farm to select the right tree, or customers may opt to choose a pre-cut tree that is ready to go. Church's also includes the Moose House, carrying hot cocoa, sodas, hotdogs, chips, and other snacks. Wreaths, tree stands, and tree bags are also available. Contacts and schedules are included.
http://www.churchstreefarm.com/
Associated with the American Youth Soccer Organization, the non-profit organization facilitates opportunities for soccer training and competition for youth in Grant, Michigan. Board members and responsibilities, regional policies and procedures, sponsorships, and volunteer opportunities are posted, along with its programs and registration schedules, game schedules, and resources for coaches and parents. Access to various documents is available, and contacts are posted to the site.
https://www.grantayso.org/
The non-profit community youth baseball and softball organization is affiliated with Little League International. Field locations are listed, with directions and other information, such as the organization's board of directors and contacts. Baseball and softball schedules are published on the site, and a parent's guide to Little League, information about why parents should get involved, uniform laundry tips, and glove and bat sizing guides are presented. Links to other resources are included.
https://www.grantlittleleague.net/
Serving the Grant, Michigan community, the public school district provides a K-12 curriculum through four campuses: Grant Primary Center, Grant Elementary School, Grant Middle School, and Grant High School, each of which is highlighted here, with locations, schedules, and contacts. The district is introduced, including its governing board, administration, faculty, and staff. A calendar of events, departmental contacts, and various resources for parents, students, and staff are included.
https://www.grantps.net/
Grant is a full-service city providing municipal water, public works, and police services. The official city website presents a profile of the city, and contacts for the city staff, public officials, and emergency contacts. City services may be reviewed, and utilities and taxes may be paid online. Other resources include city council agendas and minutes, and a guide to city parks and other facilities, local events, and local officials. The city's master plan may be viewed online.
http://www.cityofgrantmi.com/
Providing residential and commercial roofing services, Straightline is Es-1 certified with the National Roofing Contractors Association and specializes in metal roofing and wall panel systems, also providing custom fabrication services. Its services are provided on the company's website, and a gallery of photographs includes its shop and a portfolio of past projects completed by the company. Technical bulletins and informational articles are included, and contacts are included on the site.
http://www.straightlinesheetmetal.com/
