Hudsonville Ice Cream entering ‘next generation of leadership’ with appointment of new CEO
HOLLAND, Mich. (WOOD) — Hudsonville Ice Cream has chosen its next CEO.CJ Ellens, who is currently executive vice president of the Holland-based company, will officially step into the role of CEO Jan. 1. The Ellens family acquired Hudsonville Ice Cream in 2003.His appointment stems from "a thoughtful succession process" designed by his parents, Denny and Scoob Ellens, "to prepare Hudsonville for its next generation of leadership while preserving the culture, values and entrepreneurial spirit that
RiverTown contemplates healthcare, office uses for mall space
The owner of RiverTown Crossings says it has separated nearly 70,000 square feet of space inside the mall for "a potential future signature tenant."
Invasive New Zealand mudsnails found in Kent County
Invasive New Zealand mudsnails have been found in southern Michigan for the first time.
Is Third Time the Charm for 10 Ionia Ave NW? New Mediterranean Restaurant Planned...
The space was previously occupied by The Foolery and Wahlburgers. See what's planned for the bottom floor at the Residence Inn.
Troubled Mill Creek Tavern property sold to Vitale’s owner
The former Mill Creek Tavern property in Comstock Park has a new owner.
MHSAA appeals against Grand Rapids Catholic Central’s playoff return
The Michigan High School Athletics Association has filed an emergency appeal against the temporary restraining order allowing Grand Rapids Catholic Central to participate in the Division 5 football playoffs.
Grand Rapids considering making Lyon and Fountain two-way streets
Two streets running through Grand Rapids' Heritage Hill neighborhood could soon look a lot different after the city’s Mobile GR department announced it is considering changing Lyon and Fountain streets from one-way into two-way traffic.
Four Trinity Health Michigan Hospitals Named America’s Best-In-State
Four Trinity Health Michigan hospitals have all been named America’s Best-in-State Hospitals 2027 by Newsweek. They include Trinity Health Ann Arbor, Trinity Health Grand Rapids, Trinity Health Livingston, and Chelsea Hospital. Three of those are ranked within the top 10 in Michigan - Trinity Health Ann Arbor (No. 7),...
Ammonia leak under control by Wyoming Fire
The Wyoming Fire Department is handling an ammonia leak Friday morning on southwest Buchanan Avenue near Mart Street, officials say.
Michigan’s weekend weather continues to be almost unbelievable for the start of November
Halloween is classically a date when we mention the first wet flakes of snow somewhere in Michigan. That won’t be the case at all this weekend. There will be a small area of a few showers over southwest Lower Michigan Saturday, and a very brief shower here and there Sunday.

















