‘Strong, but strained’: Ottawa County nonprofits grow, demand for services continues to rise
OTTAWA COUNTY — The nonprofit sector in Ottawa County is thriving in many ways; however, signs of strain show the organizations are concerned about their ability to meet demand now and in the future, according to a new study. The Lakeshore Nonprofit Alliance hosted its annual conference in late...
Second administrator at Grand Rapids Public Schools put on leave
A second member of the administration team at Grand Rapids Public Schools has been put on leave for the rest of the current school year.
Grand Rapids radar outage comes as storms move in overnight, with severe threat higher...
The Doppler radar in Grand Rapids that helps monitor a large portion of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula is down as storms are expected overnight and the risk of severe weather increases Tuesday. The National Weather Service says the outage was not planned and involves a part that does not usually...
New Goodwill among Grand Rapids-area developments approved in March
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – A new thrift store is among several new developments being planned across the Grand Rapids area. Various planning commissions in the Grand Rapids area moved several projects forward during the month of March. Here are five notable projects that went before them this month. New...
Truck driver arrested with cache of weapons on Mackinac Bridge
A truck driver has been arrested after driving erratically on the Mackinac Bridge and carrying illegal weapons.
GV student crowned Miss Michigan Collegiate America
Angel Zoulek, a junior biochemistry student at Grand Valley State University, was recently crowned Miss Michigan Collegiate America. Her win was a culmination of years of hard work, perseverance and community service. The Miss Michigan Collegiate America Pageant is one part of the America Pageant system, which aims...
Million-dollar condos, sky-high rent: Report questions market for DeVos, Van Andel project
A state-commissioned report examines whether Grand Rapids can support the Fulton & Market project's vision of million-dollar condos and luxury apartments along the Grand River.
🔥 Grand Rapids requires permits for backyard wood fires
As spring evenings warm up, the Grand Rapids Fire Department is reminding residents that a permit is required for any wood‑burning recreational fire on private property. Gas or propane fire pits don’t need a permit, but users must follow manufacturer and housing rules.
Fresh on the scene: part 1, Dirty Plate Bistro
While its name might not inspire the cleanest of environments, Dirty Plate Bistro opened in fall 2025 across from one of the hottest spots in town, Black Napkin, the smash burger joint that often has a line around the corner.
Authorities searching for 68-year-old man reported missing in Kent County
The Kent County Sheriff's Office is asking for help finding 68-year-old James Scaturro, who was reported missing on Sunday.
