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Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids to Hold Summer Olympics for Veteran Members, Volunteers and Staff
LANSING, Mich. — Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids (MVHGR) will hold a Summer Olympics party for veteran members, volunteers and staff on July 25 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the parking lot of the Home at 2950 Monroe Ave. NE, Grand Rapids. The party will include field games, food trucks and entertainment.
Nelson Township Alert Neighbor Thwarts Break-In, Leading to Woodland Manhunt and Arrest
In what can only be described as a textbook case of vigilance crossing paths with opportunity, a Nelson Township man managed to disrupt a would-be intruder from breaking into his neighbor's home. The incident unfolded on Tuesday morning near the intersection of Myers Lake Avenue and 20 Mile Road. As FOX 17 reported, the 68-year-old man noticed an individual, clad in a hoodie, mask, and gloves, making his suspicious approach towards a neighbor's driveway.
Bautista, Jr., Nuts rally from 6-2 down to beat Whitecaps
COMSTOCK PARK**, Mich. –* Trailing 6-2 late, the Lansing Lugnuts (13-13, 45-46) rallied to tie the game in the eighth before beating the West Michigan Whitecaps (12-13, 43-48), 7-6, on a *Danny Bautista, Jr.** two-out ninth-inning RBI single on Wednesday afternoon at LMCU Ballpark. The Lugnuts have won six...
‘Caps Falter Late in 7-6 Loss
COMSTOCK PARK, MI — The West Michigan Whitecaps carried a four-run lead into the eighth inning but couldn’t finish the job as the Lansing Lugnuts staged a late rally in a 7-6 loss in front of 5,833 fans Wednesday afternoon at LMCU Ballpark. Despite finishing 5-for-11 with runners...
Hastings woman arrested charged with murder in connection with death of Reed City infant
Officers of the Reed City Police Department and Osceola County E.M.S. were dispatched early Sunday morning, July 21st, to an apartment in Reed City, concerning an unresponsive 4-month-old child. Through investigation, probable cause was developed and a woman from Hastings Michigan was arrested on charges of murder, 1st degree child...
2 Republicans square off in Kent County Commission primary race
KENT COUNTY, MI – Two candidates are vying in the Republican Party primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 6, for a seat on the Kent County Board of Commissioners. Republicans Joel Langlois and Elizabeth Morse are facing off for a chance at the seat representing Alpine, Sparta and Tyrone townships as well as the village of Sparta and part of Plainfield Township.
1 injured after crash causes pickup truck to roll several times in Belding
BELDING, Mich. — One person was injured early Tuesday morning in a crash in Belding. Police say it happened around 7:30 a.m. on M-44 at Broas Street. A pickup truck had been traveling east on M-44 when a southbound SUV drove past the stop sign and hit the truck. Police say the truck rolled twice.
Grand Rapids Offers Weekly Line Dancing All Summer Long
Need something to do to get you out of the house before summer ends?. With friends or a cute date night, there is a weekly event that you can add to your schedule. All summer long, the city of Grand Rapids has been hosting a bunch of different events to keep residents active.
Michigan’s Gerald Ford Once Gave Incredibly Prescient Answer to Question about First Female President
President Gerald Ford is venerated around Michigan as a favorite son. His presidential museum is a prominent feature in his hometown of Grand Rapids. He also appears sage on the pathway to a potential female president. In a clip from 1989, long after his term in office, Ford was speaking...
NAI Wisinski: West Michigan industrial market still strong despite economic turmoil, high interest rates
The industrial vacancy rate in the West Michigan region stood at an impressively low 2.5% as of the end of the second quarter, according to the latest research from NAI Wisinski of West Michigan. That should be cause for celebration, right? Not necessarily. The West Michigan industrial market’s vacancy rate...
Poison Hemlock Caution Signs Remain at Jenison Park
GEORGETOWN TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, July 24, 2024) – The signs are still out for a danger at a park near Jenison. Earlier this year, residents living near Maplewood Park off of 12th Avenue noticed something unusual growing in the area, but thought that it was just hogweed. Georgetown Township parks officials began monitoring the situation, and around the Independence Day holiday, it was determined that the growth was actually poison hemlock, and warning signs were posted for the park and the adjacent splash pad.
Here are the 6 myths about using sunscreen
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — Wearing sunscreen is vital to preventing skin cancer and other skin conditions. 13 ON YOUR SIDE spoke to Dr. Andrew Schuler, a dermatologist with the University of Michigan Health-West. Overall, he recommends wearing a daily baseline of SPF 30 or greater sunscreen, applied to the neck up, and reapplied every two hours.
CONCERT COVERAGE: 1349, Spectral Wound, Antichrist Siege Machine, Spirit Possession
First, my apologies to the bands and venue for the very late coverage of this event. I have had some personal issues I’m dealing with and am on hiatus from this site for awhile, but I’m told it is important that this coverage goes live even at this late date. This incredible black metal tour hit The Pyramid Scheme way back on May 30th (incidentally my older son’s 21st birthday, and tickets to the the show were his present). Read on below for my thoughts on the night.
Business Leaders Offer Paths to Success
Business leaders, especially those among the best in the business, know there are countless ways to attain a goal, any number of methods to use to engage employees and customers and build a successful company. At a recent ceremony honoring the Best & Brightest Companies to Work For in West...
The benefits of gymnastics for kids
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) The Olympics are finally here and one of the most popular sports to watch is gymnastics. Today we have Cindy from Branch Gymnastics here to talk about how the sport can play an important role in a child’s development. Gymnastics and movement of any kind...
No criminal charges following neighbor’s discovery of missing 17-year-old girl
Prosecutors do not plan on filing criminal charges against the man who was living with 17-year-old Penelope Wise for seven weeks, as her family was desperately trying to track down the teenager.
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