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Michigan elections FAQ: Does new recount law bar fraud investigations?
A reader asks Bridge how they can challenge election results after recent recount reforms. Fraud can still be reported to law enforcement officials, but canvassers can no longer investigate on their own. Voter fraud is ‘extremely rare and isolated’ in Michigan, but perpetrators are caught and prosecuted, state says...
Changes To ACT Test For Michigan High Schoolers Coming In 2025
I remember being in elementary and middle school preparing for the ACT that I would have to take in my junior year of high school. My classmates and I were told that the skills we were learning from 3rd-10th grade would accurately prepare our brains for one of the most important tests of our lives. Well, they couldn't be more wrong since the state of Michigan switched to the SAT during my sophomore year of high school.
Michigan weekend forecast: Mild temps, slight chances for rain
A beautiful weekend of weather is in store for much of Michigan, with mild temperatures and mostly dry and sunny conditions. Starting with Friday, mostly sunny skies are expected for all of Lower Michigan and much of the Upper Peninsula. Fair-weather cumulus clouds will likely develop inland from the lakes but will not amount to much. Western portions of the Upper Peninsula may see slightly more in the way of cloud cover, but still a pleasant day, nonetheless. Everyone will stay dry.
Western Michigan Issues Hazardous Beach Warning Amid 5-Foot Waves
Grand Rapids, MI – A hazardous beach warning is in effect for western Michigan, with the National Weather Service predicting waves between 2 to 5 feet. Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution as high rip currents and structural currents are expected. According to the National Weather Service, the warning,...
Harris condemns ‘heinous, horrible and cowardly’ Trump assassination attempt
Vice President Harris condemned the recent assassination attempt against former President Trump at a campaign event Wednesday. “I will say a few words about the attempt on the life of former President Trump over the weekend,” Harris said at the event in Michigan. “As we all know, it was a heinous, horrible and cowardly act.…
Kent County braces for pivotal role in election with Trump, Vance visit
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Kent County is expected to play a pivotal role in the presidential election with Grand Rapids in the national spotlight this weekend. In just two days, former President Donald Trump and his newly named running mate, Sen. JD Vance (R - Ohio), will be in town.
See which Grand Rapids-area schools had the most athletic success in 2023-24
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – It takes skill, determination and a little luck to emerge as a state champion in the world of Michigan high school sports, and several Grand Rapids-area teams rose to the occasion throughout the 2023-24 school year. GR Catholic Central, GR Christian and Unity Christian each...
THE POWER OF HOPE | Holland man encourages mid-Michigan teen after serious crash
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Back in March, Charlie Nolph of Owosso took a drive that would change his life forever. "There was a deer that ran right in front of me. I swerved to miss it. I was aiming for the fence next to the tree that I went into. I ended up catching air with the loose gravel and wet road, and I landed in the tree," he said.
Team Wyoming results from NHSFR Performance #8
Here are the results for Team Wyoming members at Thursday morning’s Performance #8 of the National High School Finals Rodeo taking place at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs. Team Wyoming’s placements in the Go-1 are after the first six performances. The Go-2 standings will begin with Performances...
Rise sign former Purdue star, former Fury liberos for 2025 season
GRAND RAPIDS -- A defensive lineup is starting to look a little bit different. This week, the Grand Rapids Rise announced they have signed liberos Jena Otec and Valeria León for the 2025 Pro Volleyball Federation season. Get Rise tickets: Ticketmaster, VividSeats, StubHub, SeatGeek. Otec was signed onto the...
Take a Bridgerton-themed floral design class
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Dearest gentle readers – if you’re a fan of the show Bridgerton, there’s a fun event coming up that you might be interested in! Our friends at Eastern Floral are holding an enchanting event next Wednesday. Attendees can experience a Bridgerton-themed design class featuring high tea, treats, and of course, beautiful flowers. Their amazing designers will teach you how to create elegant floral arrangements inspired by the Regency Era, something that can brighten up your home during the summer season!
Singer Jason Mraz cultivates joy, sunny milieu during ‘magical’ Meijer Gardens ride
Touring behind his latest studio album, the pop-hued artist returned to Grand Rapids on Wednesday for an upbeat, sold-out concert. The review and photos at Local Spins. As a sold-out crowd at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park discovered on Wednesday night, Jason Mraz and his consummate band are quite the restorative in concert.
Experts Say AI Isn’t ‘Coming,’ It’s Already Here
Most experts will say artificial intelligence is not “coming to” the workplace or “becoming more prevalent.” Instead, many of them will agree on one thing about AI. That was the message Elizabeth Williams wanted to convey to an enthusiastic audience at the ceremony honoring West Michigan’s Best & Brightest Companies To Work For.
Kent County man accused in alcohol-for-sex scheme with teens
KENT COUNTY, MI -- A 42-year-old Caledonia man is accused of giving alcohol to teens in exchange for sex, then recording the sexual acts, police said. Kent County sheriff’s deputies said the man was arrested Wednesday, July 17, while conducting a search warrant at the man’s home. If...
High-speed chase with stolen vehicle in Lowell ends in crash
LOWELL, Mich. — One suspect is in custody after leading police on a high-speed chase with a stolen vehicle in Lowell. On July 17 at around 11:30 a.m., the Lowell Police Department responded to an alert of a stolen vehicle entering Lowell. After police encountered the vehicle, the suspect...
Ottawa County GOP 'condemns' un-endorsed Republicans
OTTAWA COUNTY — After breaking tradition with a primary endorsement convention that largely backed Ottawa Impact, the Ottawa County GOP is calling for a dozen other candidates to stop running as Republicans. The primary is crowded in Ottawa County, with contested races up and down the ballot. All eleven...
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