Grand Rapids family honors teen’s death with balloon release
The family of My’asia Johnson, a 15-year-old girl from Grand Rapids, is mourning her loss after she was shot Thursday night at a house on the northeast side of the city.
Students urged to seek aid now as FAFSA deadline nears
An important deadline is quickly approaching for students heading to college this fall.
The Subtle Sign Change That Ends an Era at Meijer
Few vibes were better than going to the Meijer at 2 am, sometimes for no other reason than just to go. Getting a 20-oz frozen Slurpee when the store was a ghost town made it taste that much better. So much so that when I would have friends visit from out of state, I would force them to go to Meijer at night like it...
Grand Rapids’ Flanagan’s Irish Pub Closes After Liquor License Suspended Over Unpaid Fines
Flanagan's Irish Pub, a mainstay in downtown Grand Rapids since 1981, has closed its doors following a suspension of its liquor license by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC). On Tuesday, the establishment faced a 50-day suspension over unpaid fines totaling $1,000, as reported by WOODTV. Notices affixed to...
MeXo, a pre-Hispanic culinary journey
Business & Economy Food food review Grand Rapids MeXo Restaurants Review. Walking up to MeXo, a pre-Hispanic restaurant, you’re greeted by a very unassuming white façade with a mural of “Aztlan” on the west exterior wall depicting a timeline of Central American cultures, painted by local artist Arturo Morales Romero.
Kent County Parks dealing with ticks, invasive plants
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Kent County Parks is facing two threats: a rising tick population and invasive plant species. The department is working with Calvin University and volunteers to help protect visitors and the parks. Dr. William Miller from Calvin has been checking on the rise of ticks in...
GR Asian-Pacific Festival Offers Free Family Fun This Weekend
The Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Festival starts on Friday, June 13, in downtown Grand Rapids and will offer free music, and cultural demonstrations throughout the weekend.
Loving Day celebration happening in Grand Rapids
An event in Grand Rapids on Saturday will celebrate the legalization of interracial marriage in the United States.
Beer and Brat Festival draws crowds to Sparta
The Sparta Beer and Brat Fest is underway downtown, offering a Father's Day weekend filled with entertainment, food, and drinks.
Michigan’s Sweet and Tart Secret: Sours and Ciders You’ll Love
If Michigan’s beer scene is known for anything, it’s big, bold craft brews. With Grand Rapids proudly wearing the title of Beer City USA, it’s no surprise that hop-forward IPAs and barrel-aged stouts often steal the spotlight. But if you’re someone who leans more fruity than hoppy,...
