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Trump to return to campaign trail with first stop in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Former President Donald Trump will return to the campaign trail exactly one week since the attempt on his life in Pennsylvania by holding a rally in Grand Rapids. The Trump Campaign announced the former president will appear at a campaign stop inside Van Andel Arena...
Beloved Kent County ice cream shop celebrates 25 years
ALTO, Mich. — The next time you're driving on I-96 near Lowell, take the Alden Nash Avenue exit and head south. On the side of the road, nestled amongst the corn fields, you can't miss a bright red 1980 B&O caboose. Inside that 34-ton train car is a business called the Ice Cream Caboose, and it's celebrating a milestone.
Residents Could Get Infected By Mosquito-Borne Virus Found In Michigan
With the summer time in full effect, getting bitten by a mosquito is inevitable. However, some mosquitoes are carrying a virus that can infect people. Spread by infected mosquitos, the Jamestown Canyon virus typically occurs from April through September. As for common symptoms of the Jamestown Canyon virus, you can...
Here Are 3 Must-Visit Dog Bars in Michigan
Have you ever heard of a dog bar? Dog café? Indoor dog park? There are so many ways to say the same thing: dogs are welcome here. Dog owners know that at times it can be difficult to balance puppy playtime with your own social life as many place do not allow dogs-- but what if you didn't have to choose between staying in with your pup and going out with your friends?
Overnight Flooding in Kent County Leaves Cars Underwater, Drivers Stranded
That was a heck of a light show last night, right? An isolated thunderstorm rolled through West Michigan, rocking Kent County specifically last night. An intense lightning storm and heavy rains caused some damage, specifically in Kentwood, Grand Rapids, Comstock Park and Wyoming. Currently, the area is under a flood...
GRAM on the Green offers free music on Thursday nights this summer
Enjoy fantastic live music and check out all that downtown Grand Rapids has to offer during 88.1 WYCE’s concert series, GRAM on the Green. Join GRAM and 88.1 FM WYCE on Thursday nights from 6 – 8:30 p.m., for an evening filled with outdoor live music, hands-on art making, food trucks, and a cash bar.
Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Coming to Grand Rapids
(Grand Rapids, MI) – The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is coming to Grand Rapids this July. The Wienermobile will be at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market Tuesday, July 23rd from 10 a.m to 1 p.m. for the Meet the Machines event. The free event invites all ages to look closely at emergency vehicles, construction vehicles, and you guessed it the Wienermobile. DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids will host the Wienermobile on July 24th and 25th.
Proposed Grand Rapids apartment development moves forward
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A new, five-story apartment building with commercial retail space could be coming soon to the northeast side of Grand Rapids after city commissioners approved a rezoning ordinance on Tuesday afternoon. City commissioners voted unanimously in favor of the rezoning approval. They hope the courtyard-style apartment...
Arts organization achieves record-breaking 35th anniversary season
With more than 157,000 attendees throughout the 2023-2024 season, Broadway Grand Rapids has announced record-breaking attendance and ticket sales for its 35th year. Touring Broadway shows played 72 performances at DeVos Performance Hall this past season including "MJ The Musical," "Funny Girl," "Tina: The Tina Turner Musical," "Disney's Aladdin," "Les Misérables," "To Kill A Mockingbird," and three weeks of "Wicked," which brought more than 54,000 patrons to downtown Grand Rapids.
Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy donates 200 acres to Barry State Game Area
HASTINGS, Mich. — After donating 200 acres to the Barry State Game Area in Hastings, Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy (SWMLC) and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate Monday afternoon. SWMLC purchased the area from the former Boys and Girls Club of Kalamazoo earlier...
Underground repairs close busy Grand Rapids intersection for weeks
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Major underground repairs near a busy intersection in Grand Rapids are causing significant interruptions to the flow of traffic. And, if you think you’re going to avoid construction near Fuller Avenue and Michigan Street by cutting through parking lots, you run the risk of getting a ticket.
New mural aims to brighten the day of people in downtown Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. -- A new mural on Cesar E. Chavez Avenue by The Rapid Central Station bus terminal brings vibrancy to the area with colorful hearts and peace symbols improving the view of commuters. “Enjoy the Ride” or “And Away We Go” was created by Reb Roberts and Carmel...
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