Morning Buzz: December 31, 2025
Disclaimer: This is sponsored content. All opinions and views are of the advertiser and do not reflect the same of Fox 17. The Morning Buzz is sponsored by Biggby Coffee. Grand Rapids residents have a few easy, Earth-friendly ways to say goodbye to their live Christmas trees! The city is offering free tree drop-off...
You can help restore Sullivan Field
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – A Grand Rapids fundraising project is nearing their goal! Fans of Valley Field and the City of Grand Rapids have been working to restore Sullivan, formerly Valley, Field and they have an exciting campaign you can take part in. Paul and Jim, from Fans...
New Year brings new leadership to three Grand Rapids’ departments
Laura Cleypool has been named parks and recreation director after previously serving as interim and assistant director. Cleypool will oversee the city’s parks, programming and recreational facilities with 25 years of experience in capital planning, recreation facility management and financial oversight. Selma Tucker...
5 controversial issues Grand Rapids city commissioners faced in 2025
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – From sanctuary city requests to a controversial trash proposal, Grand Rapids city commissioners were asked to consider several big items in 2025. Residents and local business owners showed up in droves at several city commission meetings this year to push back on several proposals the commission...
Support local teen mothers through Grace’s Table
Located at 909 Watson Street in Grand Rapids, Grace's Table is a non-profit that supports teen mothers and their infants. With an emphasis on love and acceptance regardless of these women's home lives, Grace's Table continues to give back through their Diaper Day events and volunteers across a variety of areas,...
Deputies: 68-year-old man hospitalized after crash in Jamestown Twp
A 68-year-old man was hospitalized after a crash in Jamestown Township Wednesday morning, deputies say. (Dec. 31, 2025)
Office to apartment conversion at historic Grand Rapids building lands city incentives
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Grand Rapids City Commission has signed off on a pair of tax incentives for a project that would convert three floors of vacant office space at the historic Ledyard Building at 125 Ottawa Ave. NW into 36 apartments. With the city commission’s approval this...
14 Michigan Buffets Serving Endless Plates of Down-Home Comfort Food
Ready to loosen your belt a notch and chase pure comfort on a plate or three? Michigan’s buffets bring hearty classics, sizzling grills, and crowd-pleasing favorites that let you sample freely without second-guessing. From sushi and hibachi to carved meats and homestyle chicken dinners, there is a spread for every...
The Massive Thrift Store In Michigan That’ll Make You Rethink What $40 Can Buy
Michigan’s best-kept secret isn’t a hidden beach or a tucked-away diner – it’s a treasure trove disguised as a thrift store in Kentwood. The Salvation Army Family Store & Donation Center stands as a monument to the art of the bargain, where your shopping cart becomes a magic vessel capable of holding far more value...
WEATHER READY ALERT: Another round of snow showers
Potentially dangerous winter weather is impacting West Michigan. Get the latest details from the FOX 17 Weather Ready team.

















