So apparently Grand Rapids now has the distinction of being one of America's "dying cities," at least according to Newsweek. We're number ten!
I personally would call that into question, seeing as how our provider group has seen a significant explosion in hiring recently. Downtown seems to be picking up too, with an increase in the number of upscale restaurants and bars. There's also a significant influx of people with the Artprize, although truthfully it's doubtful that many of those people stay for good. Oh well, there's really no point in fighting cold hard facts with my anecdotal experience.
Other cities on the list:
9. Flint, MI
8. South Bend, IN
7. Detroit, MI
6. Pittsburgh, PA
5. Cleveland, OH
4. Rochester, NY
3. Hialeah, FL
2. Vallejo, CA
1. New Orleans, LA
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