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Father receives sentence for safe storage violation after 2-year-old son shot himself

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich — The father of a 2-year-old who accidentally shot himself last year learned his sentenced Thursday. Nakobi Thomas pleaded guilty to a safe storage violation in October after his son got a hold of his gun and shot himself in the hand. Thursday, he learned that...
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Michigan: Man sentenced to running illegal gambling operation

The Michigan Gaming Control Board on Thursday announced the sentencing of a man involved in an illegal gambling operation at Pfeffer’s Party Store, a Wyoming liquor store. Gurjinder Singh, 32, of Grand Rapids was sentenced by Judge Steven M. Timmers in 62A District Court in Kent County after his guilty plea to the...
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The Library of Congress Veterans History Project

We learn about the Library of Congress Veterans History Project, 25 years of preserving the stories of American Veterans. Director Monica Mohindra shares how more than 120,000 interviews, letters and more have already been archived, ready for more. For a weekly dose of news right to your inbox, sign up...
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ArtPrize winner finally removed from Ford Museum

After a long delay, the winning piece from ArtPrize has finally left the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum.
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Wedgwood provides care for Grand Rapids trafficking survivors

KENTWOOD, Mich. (ABC 4) — Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been a leader in West Michigan, providing residential care, counseling and community programs to restore the well-being of children, teens, families and adults. Central to this mission is the Manasseh Project, which offers specialized support for...
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Local Epicurean set for franchise push after deal for Grand Rapids store

A Grand Rapids cooking school and culinary retailer is about to be acquired by a franchisee who plans to grow the brand to at least eight locations in the next four years. The 601 Group, the hospitality company that owns East Lansing’s For Crepe Sake and Grand Rapids-based Brown Butter Creperie, expects to close in...
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Man acquitted in 2024 Grand Rapids murder

A man charged with murder in a deadly 2024 shooting has been found not guilty.
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West Michigan Turned Coat Donations Into Real Community Warmth

West Michigan’s Mix 95.7 Warm Hearts Coat Drive collected 700+ coats, now distributed by Neighbors For Neighbors to people in need during winter.
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Michigan Winter Weather Alert: Icy Roads, Blowing Snow Friday

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Grand Rapids, MI – Drivers in parts of West Michigan should prepare for hazardous travel conditions late tonight into Friday as snow, strong winds, and falling temperatures move into the region. According...
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Walker Police Respond to ‘Stubborn’ Intruder Inside Michigan Basement

A police department in West Michigan recently responded to a very interesting call that they'll never forget. Last week, the Walker Police Department received a call to a home with a deer in the basement that wouldn't leave. According to police, the deer somehow made its way into the home...

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