Ottawa Sands honored for conservation transformation
FERRYSBURG — Once a barren sand-mining site, Ottawa Sands County Park has blossomed into a nationally recognized beacon of conservation, earning a prestigious 2025 National Association of County Park and Recreation Officials Award for its environmental efforts. The honor celebrates the park's remarkable...
Four Injured in Robinson Township Collision, One Airlifted After Running Stop Sign
Tragedy struck Robinson Township southeast of Grand Haven when a crash between two pickup trucks left four individuals injured. The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office reported the incident occurred last night at around 9 p.m. at the intersection of Osborn Street and 104th Avenue. MLive detailed the unfolding of events as...
47th Hispanic Festival showcases cultural pride
Grand Rapids Hispanic Festival kicked off its 47th annual celebration, bringing a vibrant display of Latin American culture to Calder Plaza.
The War and Treaty stage triumphant return to West Michigan with boost from GR...
Perfect weather, a rich wall of sound plus a hillside of adoring fans equaled an ideal environment for the beloved Michigan-bred act’s homecoming Friday at Meijer Gardens. Review, photos. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTO GALLERY. It was a celebration of all things music, merriment and Michigan Friday evening when The...
Flying Southwest Grand Rapids? You Can Now Book Your Seats!
It was 53 years ago, 1972, a small airline started up in Dallas offering some attractive deals for flyers. First of all, it was first come seating. When you boarded the plane you simply picked your seat. Secondly, you didn't have to pay for bags. You got two bags for...
Smoky skies and seasonable temps Saturday
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – A pleasant weekend is anticipated despite smoke drifting through. AIR QUALITY ALERT in effect through Saturday TODAY Mostly sunny and hazyHIGH 82WIND NE 5-10 mph LAKE MICHIGAN Mostly sunnyBEACH TEMPS Middle 70sWATER TEMPS 50sWIND NW 5-15 mphWAVES 1 foot TODAY Smoke is expected to move...
As planning for waterfront aquarium continues, Kent County raises questions for consideration
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — As John Ball Zoo eyes a former landfill as the site of a large-scale aquarium, Kent County leaders have questions to consider if the zoo asks the county to sign onto the project as a partner. That includes the potential of environmental liability tied to...
The Meijer Members-Only Store That No One Remembers
The supermarket that started in Greenville in 1934 spread around the state before expanding into the Midwest, now totaling over 500 stores across 6 states. The grocer has multiple formats, from supercenters and grocery stores to neighborhood markets and express locations. But did you know there was a time when...
Man hospitalized after shooting in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A man is in the hospital following an early Sunday morning shooting in Grand Rapids. Around 2:10 a.m., officers with the Grand Rapids Police Department were sent to the area of M.L.K. Jr. Street SE west of Fuller Avenue SE after receiving reports about a shooting. GRPD said that a […]
Michigan Now Has The Third Longest Paved Trail In The USA
As someone whose family was big fans of going for group bike rides, living on the M-6 Bike trail in Kent County has been great. The 9-mile trail is paved, mostly shaded, and alternates between hills and flat terrain. It's always a pleasant ride. However, this trail pales in comparison...
