After $132,000 in damage, Grand Rapids homeowner fears more flooding
Five days before a Grand Rapids woman was about to move into her new house, she got a call that turned her plans upside down.
Former Grand Rapids Firefighter with terminal cancer works to help others in fire service
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A former Grand Rapids firefighter battling terminal cancer is on a mission to help other firefighters and their families facing the same fight. Edward DeMaagd said he has seen the impact of a cancer diagnosis firsthand. "Firefighters are used to helping and not getting helped....
Flood watch vs. warning: When to get ready and when to get out of...
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — When it comes to flooding, it's important to keep an eye on the weather and know how watches and warnings work to keep your family safe. Forecasts are showing severe weather heading your way. Time to make or refresh your plan for what to do if flooding happens.
Missing: West Michigan woman, 58, never returned home from walk
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI — The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a missing persons complaint involving Kelly Marie Stewart. Stewart, 58, of Grand Haven Township, was last seen Monday, April 13, leaving for a walk in the area of Pinewood Drive and Wintergreen Street in the township. As...
Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak to speak at Grand Valley State commencement
Steve Wozniak will deliver the keynote address at Grand Valley State University’s commencement ceremonies May 1-2 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. The Apple co-founder and personal computing pioneer will speak at all three ceremonies scheduled for 7 p.m. May 1, and 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. May 2. The ceremonies will be livestreamed on GVSU’s commencement webpage.
Founder of Grand Rapids Asian Pacific Festival opens Filipino restaurant
On Saturday, Adobo Boy will host its grand opening, complete with a ribbon cutting, traditional folk dance performances and food.
Macy’s leaves RiverTown Crossings as redevelopment plans take shape
With Macy’s now closed, RiverTown Crossings is entering a new phase as the former anchor space undergoes redevelopment. Property owners say new tenants are in the works.
Grand Rapids firefighters responding to water emergency on Grand River
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — After witnesses say they saw a person in the Grand River, firefighters are searching the area for a person who did not appear to resurface Tuesday afternoon. Grand Rapids Professional Firefighters Local 366 said bystanders reported seeing a person jump into the water and not...
Wandering Texas Longhorn corralled back home with help of Michigan State Police
Michigan State Police said they wrangled a Texas Longhorn steer back into custody on April 8 in Barry County.
Kingma’s SampleFest is Back with 25+ Free Samples From Michigan Vendors
A Grand Rapids favorite is coming up with 25 Michigan companies offering free samples and local stories.

















