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Recent high school graduates are eligible for free tuition this fall
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer recently announced tuition free in-county community college for 2023 high school graduates in an effort to help reach Michigan’s goal of 60% of the adult population having a college degree or skills certificate by 2030. Grand Rapids Community College President Charles Lepper believes that this is...
Optional selections for car insurance
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – The last time Grand Rapids car accident lawyer Tom Sinas was here, he gave us a debrief of Michigan auto no-fault insurance, focusing on selections for medical coverage and liability protection. Today, we’re keeping on the topic, and talking about an optional selection you have called Underinsured/Uninsured.
Global Water Fest returning to Canal Park for 4th year
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Get ready to try new cuisine and watch some iconic dragon boat races—the Global Water Fest is returning to Grand Rapids this weekend!. Each year, the festival boasts food from around the globe, live music, an artisan market featuring young entrepreneurs and more. The...
Trying to find a way to pay bills in a ‘country going to crap’
(The Center Square) – Surrounded by horse-riding police officers, ice cream trucks, and life-size cutouts of Republican nominee Donald Trump, tens of thousands of people waited in the heat for hours in a 2-mile long line stretching to the freeway. Roadside trucks sold beer, hats, and Trump-themed rubber ducks to those standing in line for […]
Upheaval Festival Day 2’s riptide of rock, plus Here Comes the Mummies, Kanola Band, .moe
Virginia’s Bad Omens closed out this year’s Upheaval with effusive flash and the biggest crowd yet, wrapping up a sundry and resplendent live music week across West Michigan. Browse the photos and more. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTO GALLERIES, VIDEO. They came in droves — and headbanged/crowd-surfed/fist-pumped in earnest....
Teen who went missing from Kent County area found safe, police say
KENT COUNTY, MI – After nearly two months of searching, a teen who went missing from the Kent County area was found safe, police said. Kent County sheriff’s deputies said Penelope “Penny” Wise was located around 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 21. The teen was living...
9-year-old child drowns in river at Grand Rapids park
A child rescued from the river in Grand Rapids has died. rand Rapids Police said they responded “within minutes” to a river rescue, along with the Fire Department, on Saturday around 5 p.m. at Riverside Park.
Trump holds first rally with running mate JD Vance
Former President Donald Trump held his first campaign rally since he survived an attempted assassination, returning to the battleground state of Michigan alongside his new running mate."It was exactly one week ago, even to the hour, even to the minute," Trump said before the crowd in Grand Rapids, Michigan, reflecting on the July 13 shooting in Pennsylvania that left him with a bloodied ear, killed one supporter in the crowd and left two others injured."I stand before you only by the grace of almighty God," he said, the white gauze on his ear now replaced by a skin-colored bandage. "I...
Republican field in Michigan Senate race thins as party coalesces around former Rep. Mike Rogers
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — Detroit-area businessman Sandy Pensler has withdrawn from the Republican Senate race in Michigan just ahead of the state’s primary, throwing his support behind former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers for the party’s nomination. Pensler made the announcement at Donald Trump’s rally in Grand...
Register Now for Annual Metro Way 5K & YMCA Youth Races July 31 to support community health and wellness
University of Michigan Health-West invites you for an evening of running, walking, and philanthropy at the Metro Way 5K & YMCA Youth Races on Wednesday, July 31. This family-friendly event will be. held at 1980 Metro Court, Wyoming, starting at 6 p.m. Funds raised through the Metro Way 5K support...
OK2SAY school safety tips jump 31% in 2023
LANSING — Michigan’s nationally recognized student safety program, OK2SAY, has surpassed its highest ever incident reporting period since launching nearly 10 years ago, according its 2023 Annual Report. OK2SAY empowers anyone to confidentially report criminal activities or threatening behaviors directed at Michigan students, schools and school employees. The 2023 annual report shows a 31% increase in reports made compared to 2022. “As we see increasing reports of suicide, bullying, drugs, assault, and self-harm, we must keep investing in mental support for our kids,” said Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. “Michigan’s OK2SAY programs focuses on violence intervention and prevention to keep kids safe at home, at school, and in the community. We know that lives have been saved, school violence has been prevented, and many Michigan students have received the support they need because of the OK2SAY program and the record, bipartisan investments we have made in campus safety and mental health. Together, let’s keep prioritizing our kids and ensure they have the support they need to thrive.” The 2023 OK2SAY Annual Report shows the program received 9,686 tips spanning 30 categories, with the top five being:
Lost Your Crocs? It Could Have Been A Michigan Fox
Campers at Tahquamenon Falls State Park in Michigan's Upper Peninsula have been puzzled by the mysterious disappearance of their footwear. The culprits behind these thefts have now been identified as a group of foxes, according to recent announcements by park officials. The unusual string of thefts came to light when...
Michigan gets $129M from feds to accelerate development of large wind, solar projects
Michigan will soon have millions more at its disposal to reward communities that host solar farms or wind turbines covering hundreds of acres, as well as support their expansion across the state. The state is in line for $129 million in federal funds to accelerate the siting, zoning and permitting...
Warning! Measles are Back and Showing In Michigan!
It's been a long time that a case of the measles has been detected in Michigan. It was 2019 when the last cases were diagnosed. But guess what? It's back!. This could be very tough for those unvaccinated against measles because it is one of the most contagious diseases, but is mostly dangerous in young children and babies our sister station 102.5 The Block reports.
Michigan Ranks No. 1 For Most Citizens Living in Financial Distress
It's tough out here. No matter where you go, people are struggling to make ends meet. Unfortunately, here in Michigan, too many people are struggling even to find the slightest bit of financial comfort. According to a study from WalletHub, Michigan ranked as the No. 1 city with the most...
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