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What is the Ready by Five millage on the ballot for Kent County voters?
KENT COUNTY, Mich. — This August, voters in Kent County will be asked if they support a millage designed to fund early childhood development programs in the county for the next six years. In 2018, when the original six-year Ready by Five millage was passed, it became the first...
Five candidates running in primary election for Kent County board’s 18th District seat
KENT COUNTY, MI – Five people are vying for a seat on the Kent County Board of Commissioners in the primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 6, to represent northeast Grand Rapids. The crowded race for the open seat will see three Democrats and two Republicans vying for a spot on the board.
Kent County Sheriff's Office continues search for missing girl
The Kent County Sheriff’s Office sent deputies to the Rockford area over the weekend conducting searches for anything related to the whereabouts of Penelope Wise. Police say 17-year-old Penelope Wise, also known as Penny, voluntarily left her Cedar Springs home on foot at 6 p.m. on May 31st. It is believed she traveled from Cedar Springs to Rockford, as surveillance video from Rockford Park Drive near Northland Drive shows Penny walking along the road.
‘I just shot him,’ alleged gunman told father after deadly altercation
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A man was ordered to stand trial for an altercation that started with a physical fight, transpired into a foot chase and ended with a deadly gunshot. Dayshaun Catledge, 24, was bound over Monday, July 15, to Kent County Circuit Court on an open murder charge for the alleged killing of 39-year-old Brandon Clark in April.
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.
Dinosaurs have arrived at John Ball Zoo
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Starting today, when you head to John Ball Zoo, you’ll be able to check out some prehistoric creatures! Over 20 life-size replica robotic dinosaurs can be found around the Zoo. You can also embark on a dino safari and learn about the dinosaurs that once inhabited our Earth.
Michigan Hotel Debuts Six Pickleball-Inspired Cocktails To Celebrate Major Pickleball Tournament
Some of the world’s best pickleball players have descended upon Grand Rapids, Michigan this past weekend for the Grand Rapids Beer City Open Pickleball Championships. And as such, they need all-star accommodations. AHC Hospitality, owners of the historic Amway Grand Plaza and a sponsor of the tournament, planned on providing just that.
State reopens Grand Rapids unemployment office
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency has reopened its office at 3391 Plainfield Ave. NE after renovations were made to provide a better customer experience. The renovations, which took two months to complete, include a more welcoming public area and security upgrades, according to a news...
Find relief from your TMJ pain and symptoms
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – If you’ve ever suffered from TMJ, you might know how difficult it is to find relief from your pain! Today, we have Dr. Kathi Wilson from the Center for Sleep Apnea and TMJ in the studio to explain how she helps patients. Center...
Man Breaks World Record at Blueberry Eating Championship in Grand Rapids
Blueberries are one of Michigan's most beloved exports, and we eat them by the pound ourselves when they're in season. So, it makes perfect sense that the inaugural Blueberry Eating Championship was hosted in Grand Rapids on Saturday, July 13th. The eating competition was a part of the Beer City...
Divers work to recover missing kayaker
IONIA COUNTY, MI – Rescuers are searching for a man who went missing Sunday, July 14, while kayaking in Sessions Lake in the Ionia County Recreation Area. The man is a Grand Rapids resident in his mid-30s, Ionia County sheriff’s deputies said. His name has not been released.
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