Pair charged in ‘soccer kick’ assault outside Grand Rapids bar
An assault at the Twisted Bull Saloon in Grand Rapids that sent a man to the ground, unconscious, before he was “soccer kicked" in the head now has two men facing charges.
Acrisure announces 2,250 layoffs, totaling 11% of workforce, citing ‘technology, Al, and digital platforms’
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The company that purchased the naming rights to the Acrisure Amphitheater is laying off 11% of its workforce, according to a letter sent from CEO Greg Williams to employees. The letter, confirmed to be correct to 13 ON YOUR SIDE, announced layoffs of about 2,250...
City leaders say GR amphitheater kickoff offers ‘successful blueprint’ for future developments
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — After months of planning and plenty of discourse over potential traffic, parking issues and noise, Grand Rapids city leaders say the inaugural weekend at the new Acrisure Amphitheater went far smoother than many expected. Roughly 12,000 people packed into the riverfront venue Friday night as...
Byron Township eyes new site as Whistlestop dog park debate continues
Byron Township neighbors remain divided over the Whistlestop Park dog park. Some are demanding it be closed, while others are fighting to keep it open -- both sides argue the township needs to do more.
Free Summer Concerts: GR’s Food Truck Fridays, Holland, Traverse City & more
Local Spins’ updated roster of Michigan acts playing more than 100 communities across the state includes schedules for Grand Haven, Hudsonville, Elk Rapids, Middleville and more. VIEW THE COMPLETE ROSTER OF SHOWS IN OUR SUMMER CONCERT GUIDE HERE. A sure sign of impending summer: The announcement of outdoor summer...
South Rogue River Trail bridge installed as $2.2M Plainfield Township project nears end
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The final 175-foot-long piece of the new South Rogue River Trail (SRRT) is now in place, Plainfield Township officials announced this month. On Thursday, May 14, cranes lowered the frame of the pedestrian bridge – a 10-foot-wide prefabricated steel structure parallel to the Rogue River Road bridge –
Historic building reborn: 15 new apartments open in Grand Rapids landmark
A 73-year-old building that once housed a pioneering grocery store has been transformed into mixed-income housing while preserving its longtime post office tenant.
Charges against man accused of doxing wrong person in GRPD shooting dropped
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Kent County Prosecutor confirmed the case against a Grand Rapids man accused of posting the personal information of a person he believed was involved in an officer-involved shooting has been dismissed. Michael Buxton had faced charges of unlawful posting of a message and using...
Experience great food at Ada Village Restaurant Week
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – If you’re looking to try a new restaurant, and help support locally owned establishments, Ada Village Restaurant Week is happening now through Saturday! Kim is here with all the details along with Matt, owner of Gravel Bottom Craft Brewery. Get more information at...
GRCC taps Kentwood Public Schools administrator as new trustee
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Grand Rapids Community College has unanimously appointed Kentwood Public Schools’ executive director of human resources as a trustee, following a vacancy announced last month. Jamie Gordon, who’s been with the Kentwood district for 12 years, was one of two candidates who initially applied to...
