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Atwater Brewery’s Grand Rapids taproom closing

Atwater Brewery's Grand Rapids taproom is expected to close this month.
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‘Big Boy’ draws thousands to Fostoria, but traffic leaves many waiting for hours

The world's largest operating steam locomotive, "Big Boy," made a stop in Fostoria as part of its America 250 tour, attracting thousands of visitors for a free, all-day display. Train City U.S.A. welcomed a piece of railroad history today. The world's largest operating steam locomotive, known simply as "Big Boy",...
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Fire at Grand Rapids warehouse prompts ‘mass layoff’ of 200 workers

A craft supplies distributor is canceling orders and laying off about 200 workers after a fire broke out at its warehouse in Grand Rapids last month, crippling operations.
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GVSU Gets Final Approval for $166M Tech Hub in Grand Rapids

(TNS) — Grand Valley State University can move forward with construction of a $166 million Blue Dot technology hub in downtown Grand Rapids after receiving the state’s sign-off in the 2026-27 budget. The West Michigan university is still developing a construction timeline, but plans are to break ground...
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Tellers Lounge mixes tradition with innovation

Attention, foodies: There’s a new culinary dynamic duo along the SoDIV corridor of Heartside.
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Focus West Michigan 7-13-26: EPA to host public meeting about J.H. Campbell power plant

The continued operation of the J.H. Campbell power plant is costing millions and creating environmental issues, the GVSU Board of Trustees approved its 2027 budget, next Sunday a free World Cup finals watch party is planned in the Acrisure Amphitheatre, regulators are scrutinizing a hydro-electric deal involving 13 Mic
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The wheels on the bus go ’round and ’round: Grand Rapids’ Central Station Early...

In 2021, Deb Prato started her job as CEO of The Rapid Transit Authority, Grand Rapids’ public transportation system. She looked around Rapid Central Station and noticed a lot of vacant space, space that had been vacant for 20 years. When Tracie Coffman heard that Prato was looking for...
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Affordable Limousine turns Bus Rodeo into family event celebrating safety, teamwork

WYOMING, Mich. — Lawn games and lounge chairs welcomed employees and their families to Affordable Limousine’s headquarters on June 28. Inside, a buffet of hamburgers, hot dogs, salads and desserts filled the lobby. Later that afternoon, an ice cream truck rolled into the parking lot, handing out frozen treats courtesy
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Heat intensifies Tuesday, advisory in effect

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Highs will soar into the mid- to upper 90s under blazing sunshine. Dew points could occasionally reach 70 degrees, making it feel even hotter. A heat advisory is in effect through 8 p.m. today. TODAY Sunny & Very Hot. HIGH 96. WIND W 5-10...
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Michigan State Police seize 102 grams of crack cocaine during traffic stop

WACOUSTA TWP., Mich. (News 10) - Michigan State Police seized about 102 grams of crack cocaine during a traffic stop early Tuesday morning in Clinton County. Troopers stopped a vehicle traveling 90 mph in a 70-mph zone on westbound I-96 near Wright Road, according to Michigan State Police. During the...

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