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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...
Grand Rapids building damaged after suspected drunk driver crashes into it
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Two people were injured and a building was damaged during an overnight car crash in Grand Rapids. Police say it happened around 1 a.m. Friday at the corner of Godfrey Avenue and Market Avenue. A suspected drunk driver crashed into another vehicle, then crashed into the building, according to police.
Hastings woman arrested and charged 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 1st degree child abuse...
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.
Is it Legal to Take Care of Your Neighbors Yard in Michigan?
I always thought that if you do something nice for someone, you'd get a little bit of good karma and you'd make them happy. But, as the phrase goes- "No good deeds go unpunished", meaning just because you're well-intended, doesn't mean people will be excited about what you've accomplished. And...
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.
Longtime Wyoming Sports Bar Closing, Property Being Integrated into Housing Development
After more than 20 years in business, a local restaurant and bar is closing as Wyoming's "city center" project progresses. Restauranteurs Frank and Wanda Vitale have operated Frankie V's Sicilian Pizza and Grill in Wyoming for more than 20 years. The pair announced this week they are ready to semi-retire.
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...
Come Aboard Former Zeigler Automotive Owner’s 116-Foot Super Yacht
"Ziggy" was christened in 2021. Having passed the family business over to their son, Harold and Bonnie Zeigler are in their snowbird era!. Founder Harold Zeigler bought his first Ford dealership in Lowell, Michigan at age 28; today the Zeigler Automotive Group has grown to include 35 dealerships across Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
Gas prices approach $4 a gallon in Grand Rapids area
(WXMI) — Motorists experienced sticker shock at the pump recently as gas prices jumped near $4 a gallon in the Grand Rapids area. We spoke with Gas Buddy analyst Patrick DeHaan, who says the jump in price is partly due to a routine price cycle. However, it was made worse by an Illinois refinery outage triggered by last week’s severe weather.
Ciokajlo: Coverage at the intersection of politics and business
As I write this, the Republican National Convention is on the TV, just as it’ll be tuned to the Democratic National Convention next month. While I lead newsrooms of business publications, politics permeate many aspects of our lives, like it or not. As a journalist, it’s my job to pay attention to the world around me.
Come Aboard Former Zeigler Automotive Owner’s 116-Foot Super Yacht
"Ziggy" was christened in 2021. Having passed the family business over to their son, Harold and Bonnie Zeigler are in their snowbird era!. Founder Harold Zeigler bought his first Ford dealership in Lowell, Michigan at age 28; today the Zeigler Automotive Group has grown to include 35 dealerships across Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, and Wisconsin.
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