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Big Rapids Community Library
Public library serving Big Rapids with books, programs, and community resources on South Michigan Avenue.
426 S Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Big Rapids Department of Public Safety — Fire
Public safety fire division providing fire and emergency response for Big Rapids.
435 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Big Rapids Department of Public Safety — Police
Public safety police division serving Big Rapids — call 911 for emergencies.
435 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Big Rapids High School
Public high school serving Big Rapids Public Schools students in Mecosta County.
21034 15 Mile Rd, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Food & Drink
Blue Cow Cafe — Big Rapids
Upscale downtown Big Rapids restaurant on Michigan Avenue known for contemporary American dining.
119 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
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City of Big Rapids — City Hall
Municipal offices for the City of Big Rapids providing city services on North Michigan Avenue.
226 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Health & Wellness
Corewell Health Big Rapids Hospital
Full-service hospital serving Big Rapids and Mecosta County with emergency and inpatient care on Oak Street.
605 Oak St, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Food & Drink
Cranker’s Restaurant and Brewery — Big Rapids
Scratch-made American food, breakfast, and house beers at Cranker’s brewery restaurant in Big Rapids.
213 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Shopping
Downtown Big Rapids Michigan Avenue Shopping
Downtown Big Rapids retail corridor along Michigan Avenue with local shops near Ferris State University.
N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Ferris State University — Big Rapids campus landmark
Major public university campus and civic landmark anchoring Big Rapids.
1201 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307
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Mecosta County Building — Big Rapids
County seat offices for Mecosta County government in Big Rapids.
400 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Shopping
Meijer — Big Rapids
Meijer store on Waldron Way in Big Rapids for groceries, household goods, and everyday shopping.
15400 Waldron Way, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Food & Drink
Schuberg’s Bar & Grill — Big Rapids
Historic downtown Big Rapids burger bar on Michigan Avenue, a longtime local favorite for pub fare.
109 N Michigan Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Shopping
Walmart Supercenter — Big Rapids
Walmart Supercenter serving Big Rapids for groceries, general merchandise, and pharmacy.
21400 Perry Ave, Big Rapids, MI 49307
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City notices
Checked Oct 5, 2026, 6:11 am Eastern
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- City of Big Rapids Welcome Packet
- Important Forms and DocumentsThe Document Center provides easy access to public documents. Click on one of the categories below to see related documents or use the search function. The Document Center provides easy access to public documents. Click on one of the categories below to see related documents or use the search function.
- Draft Economic Development Strategy
- Income Tax Bid Regulations
- Information for Owners of Rental Property
- Parks and Recreation Board
- Property Maintenance Board of Appeals
- Zoning Board of AppealsThe Zoning Board of Appeals has the following authority over the Zoning Ordinance: appeals of administrative decisions, interpretation of the zoning text or map, decide on variances request, and designation of non-conforming uses. There are two types of variance requests, a use variance request, and a non-use (dimensional) variance request. Both of these requests are to allow for leniency in the Zoning Ordinance through a public hearing process. Applicants are encouraged to contact staff prior to filing a request to ensure the applicant is going through the proper process and correct informati
School district news
Checked Nov 2, 2026, 8:16 am Eastern
- BRPS Contact InformationCentral Office (231) 796-2627 21034 15 Mile Road Big Rapids, MI 49307 BRPS Facilities & Grounds Department (231)592-8503 500 North Warren Avenue Big Rapids, MI 49307 B...
- Riverview Elementary Named One of Michigan's Top 50 Elementary Schools!We're proud to share that Riverview Elementary has once again been recognized among Michigan's best elementary schools by U.S. News & World Report! Ranked #36 in Michigan for ...
- Meet Ms. Larson – 2nd Grade, Brookside ElementaryPlease join us in welcoming Ms. Alyssa Larson to Brookside Elementary, where she is beginning her teaching career as a 2nd grade teacher! A Kent City, Michigan, native, Ms. Larson ...
- Burlington Celebrates Big Rapids Grand Opening with $5,000 Donation to Brookside ElementaryBig Rapids welcomed a new business to the community as Burlington celebrated the grand opening of its new Big Rapids store with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and Brookside Elementary...
- Welcome to Cardinal Country, Corey Thompson!A passion for helping students and families brings experienced social worker Corey Thompson to Big Rapids Middle School. Big Rapids Middle School is welcoming Corey Thompson ...
- Meet Lizzie Broekema – 4th Grade, Brookside ElementaryPlease join us in welcoming Lizzie Broekema to Brookside Elementary, where she is beginning her teaching career as a 4th-grade teacher! Lizzie is originally from Grand Rapids and c...
- Big Rapids Middle School Welcomes Ben VanKlompenbergA passion for education and a return to Michigan bring Ben VanKlompenberg to Big Rapids Middle School. Big Rapids Middle School is welcoming Ben VanKlompenberg—better known as ...
- New Teacher Spotlight: Meet Colee CheneyA familiar face returns to Big Rapids Public Schools as a new Special Education teacher at Big Rapids Middle School! Big Rapids Middle School is welcoming Colee Cheney to the...
High school sports
Checked Sep 19, 2026, 3:10 am Eastern
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Big Rapids weather
National Weather Service forecast · Updated Nov 2, 2026, 4:03 pm EST
This Afternoon
66°FCloudy
Wind 9 mph STonight
55°FRain Showers Likely
Wind 10 mph STuesday
72°FChance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Wind 13 mph STuesday Night
58°FMostly Cloudy
Wind 10 mph SSEWednesday
67°FRain Showers
Wind 13 mph SWednesday Night
47°FRain Showers
Wind 6 to 10 mph SSWThursday
56°FRain Showers Likely
Wind 6 to 12 mph SWThursday Night
40°FRain Showers Likely
Wind 2 to 6 mph WNWFriday
52°FChance Rain Showers
Wind 5 to 9 mph NFriday Night
32°FChance Rain Showers
Wind 2 to 7 mph NNWSaturday
51°FSlight Chance Rain Showers
Wind 2 to 7 mph NWSaturday Night
30°FPartly Cloudy
Wind 1 to 5 mph NWSunday
54°FMostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wind 2 to 8 mph NWSunday Night
32°FSlight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy
Wind 5 mph NNWCompare with another city
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