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Take a Look at Downtown Grand Rapids Then and Now
I've written about downtown Grand Rapids rebirth many times, looking back through the lens of many historical photos. It is always amazing to look back at where we were then, and where we are now. One of the earliest photos I can find through Grand City Archives is from 1865,...
Major Downtown Grand Rapids Intersection Is Now Closed Until November
Is it just me or does it seem like construction barrels are popping up all across West Michigan like weeds. While we all love a new, flat, smooth roads to drive on, it's becoming more and more difficult to navigate your way around Grand Rapids. The heavily traveled intersection of...
States With The Most Breweries? Michigan Doesn’t Even Crack the Top 5
If we're not Beer City USA anymore then-- who are we?. Since first winning the prestigious title from the annual USA Today 10Best reader poll in 2012 the city of Grand Rapids, MI has been considered Mecca for beer lovers. According to Experience Grand Rapids,. beer tourism now accounts for...
Free Kayaking & More At Return To The River Festival
Do you need something to do with the whole family in August?. Well, there is an event brought to you by Downtown Grand Rapids INC., that you will not want to miss. Have you heard of the Return to the River Festival?. Return To The River Festival. From August 24th...
Nobody In Grand Rapids Rides The Scooters Correctly
The other night I was walking around Downtown Grand Rapids with my friend. We walked along the Riverwalk, swatting at bugs; It was a lovely summer evening. However, as we were walking along the Pearl St. Bridge, we were nearly forced into the road by a group of riders on the scooters hogging the entire sidewalk.
‘Top Chef Masters’ Star Naomi Pomeroy Dead at 49 Following Tubing Accident
'Top Chef Masters' star Naomi Pomeroy has passed away at age 49 following a tubing accident in Oregon. According to Portland Monthly, the Portland-area chef's family believes she died from drowning in the Willamette River on July 13. On July 14, Benton County Patrol Lieutenant Toby Bottorff revealed that an...
Sneaky Reason Why Citrus Fruit is Sold in Mesh, Rubber Bags
Walking through the produce section of a grocery store is so invigorating. All the bright colors of various fruits, and even the smells sometime tickle our noses. I've even found myself weaving between the fruit displays even when fruit isn't on my shopping list. Sometimes we pick and choose our...
Why Are All Grand Rapids City Parks Closed After Dark?
It is the time of year when people are going to the park more. While the park may be open to the public, there are time restrictions. Did you know?. As one does, a Reddit user, Salt-Minute-6038, shared their security issue that happened over the weekend. Since as this user...
Michigan’s Ultimate Guide to Dog-Friendly Destinations – Pack Up Your Pup and Go!
Because who wants to leave their fur babies at home when you can take them with?. Pets are just like our children in some ways...and in some ways, they aren't. Most of the time, we can't take our pets on trips with us. Finding a pet-friendly vacation destination can be difficult, but if you're not looking to venture too far from home, we've got a list of Michigan vacation destinations that you can enjoy this summer that are dog-friendly.
Grand Rapids Is One Step Closer To Getting A New Parking Ramp
Grand Rapids officials have approved a plan to borrow up to $30.5 million to build a 340-space parking structure for the new Acrisure Amphitheater. This multi-story parking deck is designed to serve both amphitheater event attendees and community members on non-event days. The 12,000-seat Acrisure Amphitheater is set to open...
Portage, Kalamazoo Setting Record Pace for Rain in July
West Michigan has been pummelled with late night storms and drenching rain events in the past few weeks. The Month of July, especially, has been full of long, rainy days, or heavy, soaking storms that march across the area. It's not surprise, then, that some areas around here are on...
Michigan Football Announcer’s Random Tradition Made It Into College Football 25
For men in their 20's and 30's, the biggest video game this summer is one that is back after a ten year hiatus - EA Sports College Football 25. The boys are back, and excited to see that some new features have been added to the game since the last of the series was released in 2014.
Michigan, Watch Out For This New Government Imposter Scam
Another day, another scam. Thieves are constantly coming up with different ways to steal our information and funds. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel Warns of New Government Imposter Scam. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning about a new government imposter scam targeting residents. Scammers pose as representatives offering "free...
Snails on Plane? Slimy Seizure at Michigan Airport Nets 90 Specimens
In the annals of odd contraband, this one takes the cake--or, should I say, the snail. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents at Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) recently intercepted luggage stuffed with 90 Giant African Snails. According to ABC News, on June 30, a passenger arriving in Michigan from...
7 Things People Love About Decatur, Michigan
From delicious ice cream and burgers to historical figures here are 7 fun facts that people love about the small village of Decatur according to your Facebook comments. 7. "Decatur was once the celery capital of the United States" ~Judy Spradlin. Judy is correct, the nutrient-rich swampland that Decatur sits...
What Do Texas Roadhouse, Lansing, and One Couple Have in Common?
What do Texas Roadhouse, Lansing, and one couple have in common? I know that sounds like the set up to some crazy joke and you're waiting for the punchline, but this is a legitimate question, because there's actually a connection between the three. One Couple is Making History With Texas...
Secret Tunnel & Room Found Underneath a Home in Marysville, Michigan
When I bought my house, I was told there may be secret compartments in the walls. After looking over every inch of every wall, I finally found one: way down at the bottom between the floor and the wall. I opened it up, hoping to find anything – money, valuables, maybe it was even a weed stash. But no. It was completely empty.
Beware: Ottawa County Finds First Rabid Animal in Nearly 2 Years
Rabies isn't the problem it once was for animals in West Michigan. While you don't see it often, it's not entirely gone. The Michigan Bureau of Laboratories recently notified the Ottawa County Health Department (OCHD) that a bat submitted for testing came back positive for rabies. This bat marks Ottawa...
Michigan Site of Former Long John Silvers Will Now Be A…New Long John Silvers
The West Main location had a fire a couple of months ago and they were hoping to reopen. But we talked to a guy working in the back of the building a couple weeks ago and said that unfortunately, they would not be able to open it again. The wage location did close over a year ago.
Tennessee Cemetery Has a Creepy Mountain Dew Headstone
While Mountain Dew has not met its untimely death, it has still being immortalized on a headstone located in a Tennessee cemetery. It's even got a working bottle opener attached to it, too. Why Is There A Mountain Dew Headstone?. No, it isn't there to mark the grave of the...
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