Editor’s note: A previous version of this article mistakenly identified David LaGrand as an owner of Wealthy Street Bakery. Though LaGrand was involved in its opening , he is no longer an owner, and the bakery’s current owner says there is no affiliation. We regret the error, which has been fixed.
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — News 8 is interviewing the candidates running to become the next mayor of Grand Rapids.
The primary election is set for Tuesday, Aug. 6. The top two vote-getters will move onto the November general election.
News 8 previously spoke with candidate Steve Owens and interviews with other candidates will air and publish on woodtv.com in the coming days. Below, see candidate David LaGrand’s response to our questions.
Meet Grand Rapids mayoral candidate Steve Owens
You might recognize LaGrand’s name. He’s been an assistant county prosecutor, a member of the Grand Rapids Public Schools board and a state representative. The Grand Rapids native was also involved in opening Long Road Distillers. Now he wants to be your mayor.