TV8 is teasing the hell out of us. A few other clues this web story doesn't mention- these are people who have not invested before in (I believe she said West) Michigan, and it is not a casino.
24 Hour News 8 has uncovered new information on one of the best-kept secrets in the city of Grand Rapids.
The plan to build a huge development on the banks of the Grand River is very close to being a done deal.
We now know the mystery man who is trying to buy property along the riverfront for the major project.
His name is David Minkin, a lawyer from Atlanta, Georgia. He is considered to be one of the leading real estate attorneys in the country. He represents developers of hotels, shopping centers, office and residential complexes.
There are reportedly 30-acres that they are trying to acquire.
The US-131 S-Curve, Wealthy Street, the Grand River, and Grandville Avenue surround the land.
Property owners tell 24 Hour News 8 they were told the development could mean $1 billion to $2 billion and generate 10,000 jobs. While they don't know exactly what the project is, they were told it involves entertainment, there is only one other like it, and that there is a better than 50-percent chance it will be built on the banks of the river.
They are calling it the single largest investment in the city's downtown.
The American Family Association doesn't run any theme parks, do they?
Nah, too cold for a theme park here.
10,000 jobs? Where in the hell are they all going to park?