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Closed nuclear plant on Lake Michigan gets another $150 million from state
COVERT, MI – Among the biggest ticket items in Michigan’s recently approved state budget is a second $150 million for the effort to repower a closed nuclear power plant on Lake Michigan. Michigan lawmakers recently passed an $82.5 billion state budget for 2025 and among the key investments...
Juvenile charged for shooting near Grand Rapids school that injured friend
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- An Alger Middle School student faces two charges after he shot and injured his friend at a city park near the school, in what police said was an accident. The juvenile, in eighth grade when the shooting happened, is being charged with careless discharge of a firearm causing injury and larceny of a firearm.
Grand Rapids announces road closures, other details, ahead of Trump visit
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- Grand Rapids city leaders have announced road closures and provided other details to help people navigate the city’s downtown during former President Donald Trump’s rally Saturday at Van Andel Arena. City officials said the following closures will be in effect:. • Fulton Street –...
Trump plans to hold indoor rally with JD Vance one week after assassination attempt
Donald Trump will return to a rally stage one week after he was injured in an attempted assassination, and two days after he formally accepted the Republican nomination for president.Trump will hold a rally indoors in Grand Rapids, Michigan, on Saturday, July 20 alongside his recently-announced running mate JD Vance, who will make his debut on the campaign trail.A bullet fired by a 20-year-old gunman armed with an AR-15-style rifle grazed Trump’s ear while he was speaking on an outdoor stage in Pennsylvania last Saturday. The gunman, Thomas Matthew Crooks, climbed to the roof of a building outside the...
Fennville hires Tony Stennett as Athletic Director
FENNVILLE – A familiar face has returned to take over as Fennville High School Athletic Director. Tony Stennett has begun his role with the Blackhawks, taking over for Wendell Hughes, who stepped down. “I want to thank Dr. (Doug) Greer and the rest of the hiring committee for the...
100th Anniversary | Complete guide to the 2024 Coast Guard Festival
GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — Grand Haven's biggest event is returning for its 100th year at the end of the month. The 2024 Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival is set to host one of its biggest celebrations yet as it honors the men and women of the United States Coast Guard.
A beautiful community on the water in Whitehall
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Everybody loves to be on or near the water in the summertime, and many also crave the serenity the water brings during the cooler Michigan months. There’s such a strong desire to live, or have a second home, along the lakeshore. Today, we’re seeing...
NOT AFFECTED | County dispatches in Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon counties not affected by IT outage
KENT COUNTY, Mich. — A worldwide technology outage affected companies around the world, including banks, airlines, media outlets and more. The cause of the outage stems from an issue with the CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity technology company. While there are reports of the outage affecting flights, banks and other companies...
DELAYS & CANCELLATIONS | Gerald R. Ford Airport affected by technology outage
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A worldwide technology outage that is affecting banks, media outlets and airlines is being felt here in West Michigan. The Gerald R. Ford Airport is experiencing delays and cancellations in both flight departures and arrivals. The airport issued a statement Friday morning regarding the outage...
Celebrating National Ice Cream Day with Hudsonville’s SuperScoop Bars!
Mark your calendars, ice cream lovers! This Sunday, July 21, is National Ice Cream Day, and Hudsonville Ice Cream is turning up the summer fun with a delicious celebration. Get ready for a treat because Hudsonville is giving away over 5,000 of their iconic new SuperScoop Bars throughout the Midwest. Here’s how you can join in on the sweet festivities!
Lake Michigan city expands its outdoor drinking district
SOUTH HAVEN, MI -- You can now sit at a city park and enjoy an alcoholic beverage in one of Michigan’s top tourist destinations near the shores of Lake Michigan. The South Haven City Council voted this month to amend its social district boundaries, based on a recommendation from the Downtown Development Authority.
Take a Look at Downtown Grand Rapids Then and Now
I've written about downtown Grand Rapids rebirth many times, looking back through the lens of many historical photos. It is always amazing to look back at where we were then, and where we are now. One of the earliest photos I can find through Grand City Archives is from 1865,...
Bigger crowds expected for Coast Guard Festival during 100th anniversary
GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — With a week to go until the kickoff of Coast Guard Festival 2024, event organizers are preparing to deliver excitement on what is a milestone anniversary for the festival. Coast Guard Festival turns 100 this year and a few changes are coming to celebrate. "We...
Kent County Allocates Funds from Opioid Settlement for Enhanced Support Services and Prevention Efforts
In a recent push to address the ongoing opioid crisis, Kent County has outlined how it will utilize funds from an opioid settlement, which stems from lawsuits against various entities within the pharmaceutical industry, including manufacturers, distributors, and pharmacies. According to WOOD TV, the county's Board of Commissioners has given the green light to a detailed plan that disperses the settlement monies over a range of support services and prevention efforts to mitigate the issue over the next two years.
Flights Out Of Grand Rapids Affected By Major Outage
Are you going on a trip today? Taking a quick flight out of Grand Rapids?. There is a chance that your flight may be delayed or not happening!. Early on Friday, July 19th, a global technology outage affected most flights arriving or leaving from the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
KCAS Pet of the Week: West and Zepp
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — This week’s featured adoptable pets from the Kent County Animal Shelter are two lovable pups. Zepp is a 2-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier who is around 78 pounds. The shelter describes him as a gentle soul with a heart full of love. “Zepp’s sweetness...
Microsoft outage grounds flights, disrupts plans at Gerald R. Ford International Airport
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Friday was a hectic day at Gerald R. Ford International Airport, as thousands of flights were delayed or canceled stemming from a Microsoft system outage. Travelers hunkered down and waiting it out, as their flights were rescheduled, or scrambled to come up with new plans...
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