75-minute cat video compilation showing at Grand Rapids theater
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Cat lovers, the purr-fect movie for a night of feline fun is coming to Grand Rapids!. CatVideoFest, a compilation reel of the "latest and best cat videos," will play at Wealthy Theatre in Grand Rapids in August. Organizers say it's 75 minutes of pure "joy."
Watch Viral Cat Videos on the Big Screen at Wealthy Theatre
If you’ve ever fallen down a rabbit hole of cat videos on the internet and wished you had someone to laugh along with you, CatVideoFest 2025 at Wealthy Theatre might be your new favorite event. Coming to Grand Rapids on August 3, this 75-minute compilation is a curated celebration...
Police exchange fire with an armed man following a domestic incident outside a home...
Police exchange fire with an armed man following a domestic incident outside a home on Fontenelle Street SE in Grand Rapids, Mich. on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Police said the man was hospitalized with at least one gunshot wound.Get Photo. 4 / 6. Police exchange fire with armed man 07.22.25.
Domestic violence prevention advocate: ‘Reach out’
Following domestic incidents that turned violent and even deadly in West Michigan over the last few days, a Grand Rapids nonprofit urges people in similar situations to reach out for help.
Three Kent County housing projects get $80M from state
The state has approved close to $80 million in funding for three Kent County housing projects.
Michigan public broadcasters grappling with federal funding cut
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Public broadcasting stations across Michigan are grappling with a devastating $24 million funding cut after lawmakers voted to eliminate support for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, threatening local programming and potentially forcing some stations off the air. The cuts will impact six...
$15 million donation paves way to bring giraffes to John Ball Zoo
John Ball Zoo is set to add another big exhibit — or, rather, a tall one. The zoo has plans to open a new “state-of-the-art” giraffe habitat.
Armed man prompts critical incident along Division Avenue in Gaines Township
Residents are being told to find shelter and everyone else should stay away as sheriff's deputies deal with a critical incident involving an armed man.
Warning from the FBI Michigan! Beware of Jugging!
There is a very dangerous crime happening every day in Grand Rapids and Michigan and you are probably not aware of it. I know, you are scratching your head and wondering what in the world is Jugging?. Is it something to do with jugs? Moonshine?. David Trinks on Unsplash. David...
Beloved Soul Food Restaurant In Grand Rapids To Close, Fresh Concept Launching Soon
Grand Rapids is saying goodbye to another restaurant, though the owners say this isn’t about defeat—it’s about completing a mission and looking ahead to what’s next. Since opening at 1059 Wealthy St. SE seven years ago, Forty Acres Soul Kitchen has been a place to celebrate Black culture, community, and success.
