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Driver injured after semi crashes into another semi parked on I-96 shoulder
BOSTON TOWNSHIP, MI - Police shut down westbound I-96 in Ionia County for several hours Saturday, July 6 after a semi-truck crashed into another semi-truck. The Ionia County Sheriff’s Office responded around 12:36 a.m. to the crash on I-96 near Hastings Road in Boston Township, a news release said.
Muskegon Farmers Market brings a new generation of customers, vendors downtown
MUSKEGON, MI -- There are 166 vendors rotating through the Muskegon Farmers Market this summer, but it’s a guarantee The Flower Farmer will be there, greeting you with a smile ― and if you’re a regular, by name. Dianne Snow has been a Muskegon Farmers Market mainstay...
Good news so far for Michigan’s fruit crops after too-early flowering
An early spring might sound like a good thing to you and me. An early spring to a Michigan fruit grower is a nightmare. So far, the fruit growers’ nightmares are not coming true. An extremely warm February and a warmer-than-normal March developed Michigan’s fruit buds very early. The...
Saginaw man in serious condition after being pulled from Lake Michigan
MUSKEGON, MI - A Saginaw man and teen were hospitalized after being rescued from Lake Michigan on Friday, July 5. The Muskegon Department of Public Safety responded to the water emergency around 4:30 p.m. at Pere Marquette Beach after two people saw the man, 30, and the girl, 13, struggling in the water, a news release said.
New ‘coastal Italian’ dining experience coming to downtown Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Allora, a new restaurant described as a “fresh coastal Italian dining experience,” is expected to open by the end of the year at a renovated space in the Windquest Building that formerly housed Reserve Wine & Food. Luke VerHulst, who spent a decade...
This Michigan venue offers multiple food vendors, entertainment for all
FENTON, MI -- Step into the ultimate family fun zone, where five diverse food vendors, exciting arcades, a beer wall boasting 30 taps, and a vibrant children’s play area come together to create an unforgettable entertainment experience. This is the Railyard Fenton, a place unlike any other in Genesee...
Ottawa County’s high-speed internet project gets slimmed down
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI -- A plan to bring high-speed broadband internet to up to 10,000 Ottawa County households has been slimmed down because of a reduced state grant. Ottawa County leaders learned Tuesday, July 2 that an upcoming project to install 400 miles of fiber optic cable would be reduced to about 250 miles.
Brick & Porter Pub and Kitchen offers bold, flavorful food, variety of beers in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS MI- Brick & Porter Pub and Kitchen is a popular spot in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids that offers a little something for everyone. The restaurant and pub, located at 47 Monroe Center St. NW, opened in March 2016, near the Grand Rapids police station. The spot is one of three restaurants owned by Vasilios and Corina Sepsakos.
3 Michigan universities are top-500 in the world, U.S. News ranking says
A trio of Michigan universities are considered the best in the world, according to U.S. News and World Report’s 2024-2025 Best Global University rankings. The publication ranked 2,271 institutions across the world, weighing research reputation domestically and internationally, the number of research and publication citations, the amount of international collaboration and more. The full methodology can be read here.
Papa Roux serves Bayou, Creole-inspired cuisine in Muskegon
MUSKEGON COUNTY, MI — A new eatery is heating up the Lake Michigan shoreline, offering foodies a classic spin on Creole cuisine straight from the Bayou. Owner Rey Peña opened Papa Roux in late May inside one of the 17 Western Market Chalets in downtown Muskegon, 307 West Western Ave., Unit F to bring Creole food and Hawaiian ice to the people of West Michigan.
Holiday Mathis horoscopes for July 06, 2024
Yesterday the moon was new in her favorite place of all. Today, she moves through home like a housekeeper on a mission to organize it all. If it doesn’t have a place, it will get one or find a new one in the giveaway or the garbage pile. Everything will get a sweep of the dust rag or broom. Even relationships will get a polish and shine.
Oceana County’s Stony Creek to be treated for invasive sea lampreys
OCEANA COUNTY, MI - Next week, federal environmental regulators will be treating Stony Creek in Oceana County to kill invasive sea lamprey larvae. These treatments are meant to keep the invasive species from significantly damaging the Great Lakes fishery. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service officials will use lampricides to destroy...
Today’s daily horoscopes: Pisces, savor time with someone enchanting (07/06/24)
Today’s Birthday (07/06/24). Plan and organize for satisfying results this year. Advance your investigation methodically for wonderful discoveries. Career plans adjust to summer directions, inspiring delightful autumn adventures and explorations. Adapt domestic spaces for winter circumstances, before springtime communications buzz with good news. Imagine the results you’d love.
Grand Rapids Foodie Fest kicks off downtown
GRAND RAPIDS, MI- Downtown is buzzing with excitement with the kick off of the annual Grand Rapids Foodie Festival. Admission is free and family-friendly entertainment is planned for the three-day festival that started Friday, July 5 on Calder Plaza, 300 Ottawa St. NW. The third annual event began at 3 p.m. and will end at 10 p.m. On Saturday, July 6 the festivities are underway from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, July 7, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Leader of Hispanic Center of Western Michigan stepping down
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The president of the Hispanic Center of Western Michigan is stepping down from her position effective July 17. Evelyn Esparza-Gonzalez joined the center in 2017 as director of finance and was named president of the organization earlier this year. She was credited in a news release for helping oversee the organization during a period of growth.
Gov. Whitmer grants pardons, commutes sentences of 2 serving life terms
LANSING, MI – Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday granted five clemency requests, including sentence reductions for two people serving life terms for murder. The two pardons and three sentence commutations issued Thursday, July 4, were based on recommendations from the Michigan Parole Board. “By granting clemency to five individuals...
Michigan national park beats Denali, Yellowstone, Big Bend as ‘Best in U.S.’
KEWEENAW COUNTY, MI - It doesn’t get much farther off-the-beaten path than this Michigan gem, which is getting some big national recognition. Isle Royale National Park has just been ranked higher than Denali, Yellowstone and Big Bend, among others, to be named the best national park in the United States.
Deputy who fatally struck teen with cruiser had good performance record, commendations
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- A Kent County sheriff’s deputy who struck and fatally injured a fleeing teen with his cruiser had a good performance record and several commendations, records show. MLive received a copy of Josiah McMain’s personnel file through a Freedom of Information Act request on Friday, July...
Women’s Resource Center names new CEO
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - A new leader has taken the reins of the Women’s Resource Center to continue empowering women and fostering community support. Trudy Ender became CEO in June of the nonprofit dedicated to educating and propelling women in West Michigan to workplace success and attain economic independence. Former CEO LaSandra Gaddy stepped down in February to become president and CEO of the Grand Rapids Community Foundation.
Horse races, demolition derby planned for 2024 Muskegon County Fair
MUSKEGON COUNTY, MI - The Muskegon County Fair kicks off later this month with five days of fun. The annual fair is Monday, July 22 at the Muskegon County Fairgrounds, 6621 Heights Ravenna Rd. in Fruitport. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
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