From homeless to helping others: Veteran leads Kent County’s Operation Green Light
Green lights glowed across Kent County this week for Operation Green Light, honoring veterans through Veterans Day.
Woman hospitalized after crash west of Greenville, police say
A woman is in the hospital after she was hit by a vehicle in northeast Kent County Monday evening.
New rules would ban camping, long stays at Michigan rest areas and carpools
MICHIGAN, USA — Outside the Fruitport rest area along I-96 you'll see a sign that reads "We want to hear from you!" in big, bold, blue letters. It's just one of many signs the Michigan Department of Transportation has planted throughout the state, asking people to give feedback on its proposed new rules.
Men to pay back $76k for selling stolen boats in Ottawa County
OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. — An Indiana man will spend up to 15 years in prison for selling stolen pontoon boats in Ottawa County. Lance Holland, of Fort Wayne, IN, was arrested in May 2024 following an investigation into stolen pontoon boat sales. Holland was arrested along with Ceandra Jackson, also from Fort Wayne.
Anti-violence yard signs up in GR neighborhood
Anti-gun violence yard signs are up all over a Grand Rapids neighborhood a little after a month following the shooting and killing of a 17-year-old. (Nov. 9, 2025)
The Classes Free Beer and Hot Wings Loved & Hated In School
From English and history to running a full kitchen, here’s what each show host enjoyed learning the most in high school.
See which Grand Rapids hotels are generating the most room revenue
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Hotels, motels and Airbnbs in Kent County generated a record $274.1 million in room revenue in 2024, driven by a modest increase in room prices and strong sales among leisure and group travelers. Last year’s room revenue was 6% higher than in 2023 and 19%...
See ‘The Polar Express’ for $1 at this West Michigan theater for a limited...
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - All aboard: Phoenix Theatres is bringing back its annual tradition of $1 showings of “The Polar Express” this week. From now through Nov. 13, gather the whole family to experience the animated classic on the big screen in heated reclined seats at Woodland Mall, 3195 28th St. SE.
Grand Rapids dog rescue hosts talent show, fundraiser
On Nov. 14, visitors to The Intersection and its The Stache event space can attend Raise the Woof, a talent show and fundraiser benefitting Grand Rapids' Hearts of Hope Dog Rescue.
Completion of Eastbound Construction: A Community’s Reactions and Queries
The construction work on the eastbound lane near the Health Drive exit has been completed. This news was shared on social media, where it was met with a wave of enthusiasm from the community. The construction had been a cause of concern for many commuters who use this route daily. The completion of the work is...
