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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.
There’s a Jail Museum in This Michigan Town That Will Seriously Creep you Out
I love the weird, the strange, and all the spooky things that Michigan has to offer, ESPECIALLY when it has some historical value to it. Case and point, a Jail Museum in Allegan that the Michigan Family Destinations Guide claims will "give you goosebumps." It takes a lot to make...
Michigan's community colleges will be tuition-free starting this fall
It seems every year the cost of college keeps going up but now, every recent high school graduate in Michigan can attend community college tuition-free thanks to the new state budget.
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...
Water main break closes Hudsonville street for repairs
HUDSONVILLE, MI – Hudsonville residents are being advised to avoid the area of 40th Avenue and Glenview Court due to a water main break. The water main break was reported around 2 p.m. Thursday, July 25, on the City of Hudsonville Facebook page. Repair crews were on the scene working to repair the main break Thursday afternoon, the city said.
Why Do The Public Pools in Grand Rapids Close Early For the Season?
Summer is my favorite season of the year- because as a southern transplant to Michigan, I spent so many summer days living in the water to stay cool. We didn't have Michigan's many lakes, so we couldn't enjoy swimming in my hometown unless our public pool was open. In my experience, pools are almost all open on Memorial Day Weekend and stay open all the way through Labor Day.
Revisiting Michigan’s Worst Flood: The Great Log Jam of 1883
As Hurricane Beryl rains down on Michigan, much of West MI is under a flood watch sustained rainfall is suspected throughout the Midwest. Since making landfall as a category 1 hurricane, Beryl has been downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone. However, that has not stopped it from dumping nearly 6 inches of rain across parts of the state.
VetFest on August 10 is a free festival for veterans and their families
Join in on the fun at one of the largest free festivals for veterans and their families at VetFest on August 10. Presented by VetLife, it’s a day of camaraderie and good times while offering access to valuable resources and information for veterans on active duty, retired, or military families.
Are You Breaking The Law or Just Being Rude When You Ignore These Signs
There is a good chance if you're walking your dog in Grand Rapids you've seen signs in front yards of homes or business asking you to keep your dog off the lawn. The biggest reason is that they don't want your dog to pee or poop on the lawn and cause possible damage from it.
Trump, Harris neck and neck in Michigan, new poll suggests
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — New polling suggests Republican candidate former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, the presumptive Democratic nominee, are neck and neck, highlighting the importance of Michigan in the upcoming presidential election. Trump leads Harris with 46% percent of voters to her 45% with 9%...
SpartanNash apologizes for unexpected fireworks display on Tuesday night
SpartanNash is apologizing for the unexpected fireworks display that surprised Grand Rapids residents Tuesday night. Several members of the community took to social media to express concern and confusion about the loud noises. The fireworks were a part of the annual Food Solutions Expo, bringing together more than 1,500 food...
Upheaval Festival Day 1 with Godsmack, Sevendust, Of Mice & Men, Saliva, Killswitch Engange and More at Belknap Park in Grand Rapids, Michigan on July 19th, 2024
On Friday, July 19th, 2024, Upheaval Festival in Grand Rapids, Michigan opened its gates for the first of the two day festival. The event was held at Belknap Park, a baseball field with plenty of space for the three stages set up. With events like these, the uncontrollable weather is always a concern, but excitingly, the weather was perfect. With the sky as blue as the ocean, no clouds in sight, the sun shining brightly, and a light breeze in the air, the conditions were perfect for a jam-packed day of music.
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.
Grand Rapids veteran avoids eviction thanks to aid from Michigan senator, community
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A veteran in Grand Rapids got some help with his home repairs. U.S. Marine Corps and Army National Guard veteran Chris Temple wrote a letter to U.S. Senator Gary Peters (D - MI) asking for help with his home's roof. This came after the City...
Study Finds Grand Rapids Among Best Run Cities in U.S., Top in Michigan
Grand Rapids is getting top honors for operational efficiency in the State of Michigan. Personal finance website Wallethub sought to rank the best-run cities in the U.S. They compared 148 of the most populated cities across six key categories:. Financial Stability. Education. Health. Safety. Economy. Infrastructure and Pollution. Wallethub constructed...
Letter from the Editor: Don’t take my word for it – these candidates are happy to talk about their extreme views
An earlier version of this story included an error on when armed militia members entered the state Capitol. That was April 2020, not September 2019. “Who are you voting for?” is a common question this time of year, but it bears noting that it carries two meanings. If you...
Michigan's Third Congressional District Republican primary election results
MICHIGAN, USA — Michiganders will head to the polls on Tuesday, Aug. 6 to vote in either the Democratic or Republican primary election. In the Republican primary, two congressional candidates for Michigan's 3rd District want to represent their party on the ballot in November's general election. Entrepreneur Michael Markey...
Ride On A Lime Bike & Scooter For Free In Grand Rapids
Downtown Grand Rapids and Lime Bikes and scooters go together really badly. There have probably been times when you have seen multiple teenagers zooming on those Lime scooters. Well, there is a chance that now you can use the Lime products for FREE!. Grand Rapids & Lime Bikes. The City...
Park Township short-term rental ban would have long-term effects, businesses say
Published by the Frost Research Center at Hope College, the study sought to determine the economic impact of Park Township's short-term rental industry, surveying local businesses in the Holland area.
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