Michigan’s first 2026 case of bird flu detected in Ottawa County backyard flock
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI -- Bird flu has been detected in an Ottawa County backyard flock, marking the first bird flu case in Michigan this year. Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development staff noted the finding in a Wednesday, Jan. 28 release. State officials did not disclose the flock’s exact...
1 injured in fire at Cascade Township retirement community
Firefighters responded to a retirement community in Cascade Township Thursday evening, dispatch confirmed.
Why Locals Go GAGA With This New American Whiskey Bar in Grand Rapids, MI
Butcher’s Union opened on Bridge Street with a focus on elevated comfort food, where dishes like flank steak and bacon-wrapped meatloaf create memorable meals that keep Grand Rapids coming back. The whiskey bar restaurant pairs quality American comfort food with an impressive whiskey selection, all served in a...
This Hidden Gem Quietly Won the BEST Burger Nine Consecutive Years in Grand Rapids,...
Stella’s Lounge opened with a mission to serve giant stuffed burgers, and they’ve won Best Burger in Grand Rapids for nine consecutive years running. This hipster beer bar delivers award-winning burgers, over 250 whiskey varieties, and retro arcade games that make it the perfect downtown spot. The Commerce...
Michigan’s first Bojangles restaurant opening soon in Wyoming
Southern chicken chain Bojangles will officially open its first Michigan location on Tuesday.
Kent County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Help Identifying Fraud Suspect
The Kent County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying a man connected to an ongoing fraud investigation. Deputies say the suspect was last seen in Plainfield Township and is not considered dangerous at this time.
Man charged in 3 killings called 911 from inside house, police say
Charles Broomfield, 44, told police that his stepsons were killed but his son survived, Grand Rapids police said in court records.
List of America’s Best Beer Gardens Includes Two From Michigan
Two Michigan breweries are back in the running for USA Today's Best Beer Garden. Cast your vote now before Feb 23 and show your support!
No one injured in crash with school bus in Ottawa County
OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. — No one was injured in a crash involving a school bus in Ottawa County. It happened in the area of Butternut Drive and Rose Park Drive just after 7 a.m., according to Capt. Jake Sparks with the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. Students were on the...
Northview students plan walkout in protest of ICE on Friday
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — In a letter to parents on Thursday, Northview Public Schools said they have planned protocols for Friday, as students informed school leadership that they will be walking out of school to participate in a larger national protest. On Friday, protests will be taking place across...

















