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Governor Whitmer Has Appointed Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss To A New Job
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Local Brewer From West Michigan Will Compete At 2024 Paris Olympics
The Great Lakes State will be well represented at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Athletes from all over the state are set to compete this summer for gold and glory, and that includes a few of our own right here in West Michigan. Kalamazoo native Heath Baldwin has qualified for...
'DAMN' | 5-year-old has Grand Rapids crowd in hysterics at Luke Bryan concert
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Last week, country music superstar Luke Bryan performed in front of thousands of fans at Van Andel Arena, but one of his younger fans may have stolen the show. Ella might only be five years old, but she proved to be a little more grown-up...
Neighborhood flower stand, Bestside Blooms, opens in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS MI- There is a little neighborhood flower stand that recently opened off Leonard Street that community members are stopping by to check out the freshest blooms offered. The hidden gem called Bestside Blooms, located at 1112 Barber Terrace Dr. NW, is tucked into the side of Kristin Freeland’s...
Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss appointed to statewide committee by Governor Gretchen Whitmer
LANSING, Mich — Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss is set to step into a statewide role as she completes the final few months of her term as mayor. Last week, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced the appointment of Bliss to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) Executive Committee. Bliss,...
Grand Rapids Woman Wins $1 Million Playing Powerball
A 66-year-old Grand Rapids woman got the surprise of her life last month when she discovered that she had bought a Powerball ticket worth $1 million. Lisa Cecil said in a release from the Michigan Lottery that she was so shocked (and a little in disbelief) that she ran around her house after midnight, waking up everyone in the home. She wanted them to look at her ticket and confirm that she had one. (Honestly, Lisa, I would have done the exact same thing!)
These 5 Grand Rapids Teens May Have Witnessed A Murder
The Grand Rapids Police Department needs your help to find out what happened to one of our very own. Police are looking for several potential witnesses to a murder. Have you heard about the murder of La'Kyijah Williams?. While riding her scooter, the 15-year-old was shot and killed in downtown...
Transplant House Opens To Support West Michigan Families on Organ Transplant Journey
I truly believe that the greatest gift you can give another person is the gift of life. I've been an organ donor for over 10 years, and I'm the grateful loved one of someone who is still here today thanks to a desperately needed kidney transplant. When it comes to...
Ever-engaging Amos Lee explores ‘weird time’ again in GR’s ‘home away from home’
After buying beer for fans at a St. Cecilia concert last fall, a fan returned the favor by delivering the singer-songwriter a drink Wednesday at Meijer Gardens. It was just part of an inviting show. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTO GALLERY. “Grand Rapids … always a weird time,” Philadelphia singer-songwriter Amos...
World’s largest free-standing flag flies near Lake Michigan
I bet you didn’t know that the largest free flying American Flag in the world flies proudly less than 3 miles from Lake Michigan. The flag is just east of I-43 at Acuity Insurance in Sheboygan Wisconsin (which is only 117 miles in a straight line from Grand Rapids). The flag is on a pole […]
Grand Rapids Taco & Tequila Fest returning with over 100 spirits
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - A popular outdoor tequila festival is set to return to Grand Rapids’ northeast side. Tickets are now on sale for the second annual Taco and Tequila Fest planned for 4-8 p.m., Saturday, July 27, at Riverside Park. If you purchase a product or register for...
See photos from First Lady Jill Biden’s visit to Grand Rapids area
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- First Lady Jill Biden visited Michigan on July 2 and 3, following a trip to Pennsylvania earlier this week. Air Force One landed at Gerald R. Ford International Airport on Tuesday afternoon. Grand Rapids mayor Rosalynn Bliss and U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Grand Rapids, and her two sons greeted the First Lady as she disembarked.
Toyota Camry caught fire after rollover near Grand Rapids; teen injured
BLENDON TOWNSHIP, MI — A 19-year-old man from Hudsonville received non-life threatening injured here when his silver Toyota Camry went off the road, rolled, landed on its roof and caught on fire, Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office officials said in a statement. Public safety officials arrived at the Blendon...
Video Premiere: Potionseller – ‘Monarchs Club’
Grand Rapids, Michigan’s emo darlings Potionseller are the brainchild of frontman Austen Reno who earned his reputation as a member of If Only, If Only (fka Backpacks). Following the breakup of If Only, If Only, Reno started writing his own songs, first recording them on his own, and then adding bandmates Jake Bartell on bass, drummer John Wilson, rhythm guitarist Andy Morris, and lead guitarist Nate Leritz. They’re set to release their debut EP with PNWK Records on July 19th called When They Get Old, which was produced by produced by Ryan Malicsi of Hot Mulligan.
A Grand Revamp For WFGR
Now focusing on Rock leaning artists from the 1970s and 80s, the station is positioning as “Timeless Hits of the 70s, 80s and More.” Core artists are noted as including Elton John, Fleetwood Mac, Billy Joel, The Eagles, John Mellencamp, Bob Seger, Steely Dan, REO Speedwagon, the Steve Miller Band and Tom Petty.
Earn free admission this month at popular Grand Rapids institutions
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - Members of the Grand Rapids Public Museum and John Ball Zoo can get free admission again this year into both institutions throughout the whole month of July. GRPM members can visit John Ball Zoo for free through the partnership, including free access to Dino Adventures, which...
What’s happening on East Beltline? Popular pizzeria’s new location will have bocce ball
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A popular Grand Rapids pizzeria is moving to a new location on East Beltline that owners say will double its current capacity and add new outdoor spaces for food, drinks and activities. Licari’s Pizza Kitchen, which is currently located at Knapp’s Corner, is planning to...
New minimum compensation amounts take effect for certain salaried employees
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- New minimum compensation amounts have gone into effect this month for salaried employees in certain executive, administrative, and professional positions. Employment attorney Mark Smith with the Rhodes McKee law firm in Grand Rapids spoke to WOOD Radio about some legal action that was taken to block...
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