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Kentwood eatery adds flavor to Downtown Market
A beloved Kentwood dining spot is broadening its West Michigan presence with an exciting new addition in downtown Grand Rapids. Curry Leaf Indian Cuisine is set to debut its second location at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market this month Under the enthusiastic leadership of new co-owners Mounika Miryala, Sahaya Priya Moorthy, and Kavitha Naalam, who aim to bring the rich tapestry of Indian culinary traditions to a wider audience.
Grand Rapids Public Schools parts ways with Director of Communications Leon Hendrix
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — After two years on the job, Grand Rapids Public Schools and their communications director have agreed to part ways. Leon Hendrix joined GRPS in 2022, and recently, both he and the district reached a tentative agreement to mutually part ways. "GRPS would like to thank...
It’s the 28th year of In the Image's Shoes Program
It’s the 28th year of In the Image's shoes program. To be held at a new location in downtown Grand Rapids. We talk to the ED of ITI, Ashely Lubbers, about how shoes are matched with kids in prep for getting active in the upcoming school year. We discuss eligibility and more.
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...
Robin Thicke and Anthony Anderson to compete for charity on ‘Celebrity Family Feud’
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Survey says it’s time to play “Celebrity Family Feud!”. On Tuesday, July 23, the hit primetime game show hosted by Steve Harvey will welcome new star-studded guests to test their trivia skills and win the grand prize for their selected charities. This week...
Rehabilitation hospital earns top 10 national ranking
After breaking into the top 10 last year, Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital is ranked the 9th Best Rehabilitation Hospital in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report. Rankings are based on factors including clinical outcomes, physician perception, quality of care, and patient experience. U.S. News & World...
A Fake Repo Man Is Going Around Grand Rapids Stealing Cars
When you park somewhere you're not supposed to, you always run the risk of getting your car towed. Getting your car towed is the definition of a bad day and is a major hassle to try and get it back. But imagine you park somewhere that's supposed to be safe,...
Trump supporters project confidence despite Harris promotion
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — One day before President Joe Biden announced he would no longer seek reelection this November, supporters of former President Donald Trump were unconcerned about the top of the Democratic ticket because they were confident in Trump’s electoral chances regardless. As the Trump campaign, the Republican National Committee, and downballot teams reconsider […]
Wyoming Legion Baseball Scoreboard: July 22-24, 2024
The 2024 season of Wyoming Legion Baseball is in Week 17. Double-A teams conclude their regular season. There are a pair of conference twin bills and a few other non-conference games ahead of the state tournament that starts next Monday in Casper. Single-A teams are preparing for their state tournament. It begins on Saturday in Powell. The 'A' state tournament schedule will be in a separate scoreboard from WyoPreps.
Grand Rapids set to hit 100% renewable energy goal by 2025
The city of Grand Rapids has finalized two new contracts that officials say will get the city to its goal of powering all municipal operations with renewable energy by 2025. The contracts totaling $250,000 for renewable energy credits, which offset the city’s electrical consumption with renewable energy projects elsewhere, mark a milestone for Grand Rapids as officials set various climate change and sustainability targets.
Trump’s Alarming New Rant Praising Dictators Shows Media Is Failing Us
At a rally in Michigan over the weekend, Donald Trump uncorked one of his longest rants ever in praise of the world’s autocrats, strongmen, and dictators. He hailed Xi Jinping of China as “brilliant” for controlling 1.4 billion people “with an iron fist,” and described Xi, Russia’s Vladimir Putin, and Hungary’s Viktor Orbán as “tough” and “smart.” We talked to Rick Wilson, the prominent Never Trumper and Substacker, about Trump’s explicit campaign promise of authoritarian rule, the GOP’s enthusiastic embrace of it, and the media’s utter failure to alert voters to what’s coming. Listen to this episode here.
Man convicted of kidnapping Michigan store manager to steal guns gets 15 years in prison
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (AP) — A man who kidnapped the manager of a Michigan sporting goods store and held him at gunpoint while an accomplice stole 123 handguns was sentenced Monday to 15 years in federal prison. The Dunham’s Sports manager was handcuffed and blindfolded outside his home last November and forced to reveal how to disarm the alarm at the big-box store near Benton Harbor, 100 miles (160 kilometers) east of Chicago. Dontrell Nance, 25, was given consecutive sentences for kidnapping and brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence, according to online court records. He pleaded guilty in April. Nicole Grant told U.S. District Judge Paul Maloney that her son had a turbulent childhood and “significant challenges,” including mental health problems.
Two Michigan Communities Now Ranked ‘Worst Drivers’ In The Nation
Michigan has recently stepped up its efforts to keep the roads safe by cracking down on distracted driving and speeding in the Great Lakes state. But, despite those efforts, Michigan's road fatalities and serious injuries continue to rise. And now two Michigan communities are home to some of America's 'worst drivers'.
Michigan Dog Owners Alert: Flea and Tick Meds Potentially Linked to Canine Seizures
On Sunday, Bay City-based news station WNEM (Gray Television) shared a story on their Facebook page from sister station WOIO about a boxer named Greta, who had to be euthanized due to seizures. The dog's owner, Ted DeSalvo, believes the popular heartworm, flea and tick medication Simperica Trio, often prescribed...
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