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Sanitary sewer project to close Ottawa County road for weeks
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – Construction crews will start a nearly two-month road project after the busy holiday weekend that might cause disruptions for motorists. Starting Tuesday, May 28, the Ottawa County Road Commission will begin sanitary sewer installation along 56th Avenue in Allendale Township. If you purchase a product...
Report: Mental health 'critical' concern in Ottawa County
OTTAWA COUNTY — Mental health and affordable housing are among the primary concerns of Ottawa County residents, healthcare providers and key stakeholders, according to a recent report. Results of the latest Ottawa County Community Health Needs Assessment were released Wednesday, May 22. The survey is conducted every three years...
Grand Rapids no longer top 20 best place to live in America, U.S. News ranking says
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Grand Rapids has slipped out of the top best 20 places to live in the U.S., according to the latest rankings from U.S. News & World Report. Grand Rapids remains the second-best place to live in Michigan, but the latest national rankings place it at the 45th best city in America to live in.
Are These The Unspoken Rules of Grand Rapids?
Every city has its own thing. In Chicago, everyone knows the Bean is the most overrated tourist attraction known to man. In LA, you know to avoid taking the I-405 unless you absolutely have to. Same idea with NYC; only the bravest (or most foolish) among you casually go to Times Square, and you don't dare try driving around there.
These Are The Bands Most Wanted At The Acrisure Amphitheater
Earlier this week, Grand Action 2.0 broke ground on the highly anticipated new Acrisure Amphitheater 12,000-seat venue that will feature lawn seating, an upper and lower concourse, a terrace, a VIP pavilion and will feature "ample green space" so the amphitheater can be used for formal and informal gatherings year round. It is expected to take about 2 years to complete.
Do You Remember The Weird Michigan Wax Museum?
You have probably heard of Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. With the wax figures of most celebrities, it is the world's greatest wax museum. However, did you know about the wax museum that displayed the weirdest wax figures of stories and legends from Michigan?. Well, let me introduce you to the...
Grand Rapids Construction Updates for Memorial Day Weekend: What You Need to Know
As Memorial Day Weekend arrives, travelers in and around Grand Rapids need to be aware of ongoing construction projects that may impact their plans. Good news for Grand Rapids commuters: the weeks-long closure of US-131 southbound is finally over. Initially closed at Burton Street and then Hall Street, the freeway is now open. The northbound side, previously closed at 28th Street, reopened several weeks ago.
Grand Rapids leaders face calls to drop charges after pro-Palestinian protesters arrested
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – More than two dozen people Tuesday called on Grand Rapids city leaders to drop charges faced by four pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at a rally last week. “We are urging Mayor (Rosalynn) Bliss, the chief of police and the city prosecutor to drop the charges on...
Ottawa County pay board members regret inability to hike pay for commissioners after glitch
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI -- Members of an independent pay board voiced regret Thursday after a glitch derailed their plan to raise pay for Ottawa County commissioners. The Ottawa County Officers Compensation Commission met Thursday, May 23, in a special session after it was determined that decisions made in April were not valid.
Proposed Wyoming community center gets special use approval from planning commission
WYOMING, MI – The Wyoming Planning Commission unanimously approved a special land use request for a proposed community center on Tuesday, May 21. Tonya Elias requested the special use for her building, located at 2890 Madison Ave. SE, to operate a community center for teenagers, ages 15 to 19, and their families engaged with the juvenile court system in Kent County.
Michigan Diner Named the State’s Best Truck Stop Breakfast
Breakfast food is the best food. Those are just the facts. But as someone who makes a fair share of road trips throughout the year, there is something about truck stop breakfast. I can't explain it, but there is a certain delicacy of a gas station biscuit loaded up for...
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