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New restaurant to go in place of now closed Grand Rapids Jolly Pumpkin
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A restaurant on the West Side of Grand Rapids has closed permanently. The Jolly Pumpkin was located at the corner of Bridge Street and Summer Avenue. The Detroit-based brewery opened the West Side location back in 2018. Their Detroit, Ann Arbor, Dexter, East Lansing and Traverse City locations remain open.
Two months later, GRPS parents stuck with same questions about Alger Middle shooting
Nearly two months after a student was shot during school hours near Alger Middle School, parents continue to ask the district questions, including how and why the two boys involved were able to leave the school building in the first place.
Children’s museum, Grand Rapids library want to turn parking lot into new building
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Grand Rapids Public Library and Grand Rapids Children’s Museum are exploring a partnership with the city of Grand Rapids to construct a new building and parking garage on a city-owned parking lot adjacent to the library’s downtown branch. Leaders of the two...
Proposed Grand Rapids apartment development moves forward
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A new, five-story apartment building with commercial retail space could be coming soon to the northeast side of Grand Rapids after city commissioners approved a rezoning ordinance on Tuesday afternoon. City commissioners voted unanimously in favor of the rezoning approval. They hope the courtyard-style apartment...
At Last Grand Rapids Popular Sovengard Restaurant Reopens
The Sovengard Biergarten Restaurant has finally reopened after two long years at their new location, 1232 Bridge Street, NW. They closed their doors 20 months ago and didn't move far, just up Bridge Street a bit, but to a larger and more welcoming building and in a quieter location. They had hoped to reopen long before this but there were many construction delays.
Literacy Coach shares strategies for reluctant readers
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — It’s tough to get children to pick up a book when summer fun is calling, especially when a child is what educators call a “reluctant reader.”. It just doesn’t come naturally to them. Literacy Coach Tara Baxter had tips for getting reluctant...
There is joy and dignity in a new book
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — If you were lucky, you grew up in a home surrounded by books. Too many children do not and as a result, they lack the literacy skills of kids who have access to reading materials. 13 On Your Side has partnered with Storytime GR, Summer...
Grand Rapids Rise sign two-time Purdue All-American Jena Otec
The Grand Rapids Rise signed libero Jena Otec for the 2025 Pro Volleyball Federation season. Otec enters her first professional season following a five-year playing career at Purdue University.
Grand Rapids-area Baseball Player of the Year makes college commitment
JENISON, MI – One of West Michigan’s most coveted baseball recruits has determined his college destination. Jenison senior Case Bosch committed to Coastal Carolina on Monday, marking an end to a recruitment that saw him receive scholarship offers and interest from several Division-I schools, including Auburn, Georgia Tech, Baylor and Michigan State.
Where to find free summer concerts in Grand Haven four nights a week
GRAND HAVEN, MI -- Make the most of summer nights with free, live music four nights a week in Grand Haven. The Lake Michigan beach town has four weekly concert series running through August. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site,...
Godsmack, Bad Omens blaze trail for Upheaval Festival ’24: The Preview & Must-See Picks
The hard-rocking heavy metal fest returns to Grand Rapids’ Belknap Park Friday and Saturday. Get the preview, festival essentials and a full schedule at Local Spins. If anything distinguishes Upheaval Festival as one of Michigan’s premier hard rock/metal festivals, it’s the enthusiasm of the fans who flood Grand Rapids’ Belknap Park from across the state and across the country every year.
“Protesters Take Over Intersection at Walker and White on Grand Rapids’ West Side, Captured on Video”
It’s not uncommon to witness motorcycles crossing the centerline while on the road. A concerned citizen, who wishes to remain anonymous, provided FOX 17 with the following video:. The road on the west side has been blocked by a technique known as “intersection takeover.”. Isaiah Heard, the neighbor,...
Allegiant announces eight new Routes
Allegiant Travel Company (Allegiant Air) today announced eight new nonstop routes to 13 cities around the country. The new route to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) in Florida includes:. Grand Rapids, Michigan via Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) – beginning Nov. 14, 2024 with one-way fares as low as...
New mural aims to brighten the day of people in downtown Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. -- A new mural on Cesar E. Chavez Avenue by The Rapid Central Station bus terminal brings vibrancy to the area with colorful hearts and peace symbols improving the view of commuters. “Enjoy the Ride” or “And Away We Go” was created by Reb Roberts and Carmel...
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