Ottawa County announces most popular dog names for 2025
The most popular dog names in Ottawa County have been announced for 2025. They include: Bella Luna Charlie Lucy Daisy Sadie Bailey Ruby Stella Buddy Bella claimed the spot as the most popular dog name in Ottawa County for 2025, nudging Luna out of the position, according to data from the Ottawa County Treasurer’s...
Michigan’s Hidden Gem Proves Detroit-Style Pizza Belongs in Grand Rapids History
Grand Rapids has a pizza secret that’s been causing serious buzz. Quarantino’s perfected the art of Detroit-style pizza 🍕 in a city hungry for authentic flavors. This independent pizzeria on Lake Drive SE has transformed casual pizza nights into memorable experiences with its signature thick crust, creative...
Wyoming’s new Godwin Mercado brings back beloved flea market tradition
Wyoming's Godwin Mercado hosts its first flea market, bringing back a beloved community tradition and supporting local businesses.
Consumers Energy has a provision of $5 million to lower bills
Consumers Energy is working to lower energy costs. We talk to Angela Thompkins, VP of External Affairs, about the provision of $5 million to lower bills and how it works. For a weekly dose of news right to your inbox, sign up for the WGVU newsletter. Shelley Irwin is the...
Mother accused of murdering 2 children said son was ‘never supposed to be born’
A Cedar Springs-area mother was arraigned again Wednesday, now charged with the murder of two of her children.
Popular British Influencers Josh and Jase Explore Grand Rapids
British influencers Josh and Jase explore Grand Rapids and West Michigan, amazed by the city’s food, art, culture, and Midwest hospitality, sharing their experience with millions online.
John Mellencamp 2026 tour coming to Grand Rapids in July
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — John Mellencamp is set to perform at Acrisure Amphitheater in Grand Rapids on July 10 as part of his Dancing Words Tour. The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, 74, will be performing “all his most beloved songs in a single night, some of which haven’t been played live in many years,” according to a...
Ex-CEO pleads guilty in $1.4M fraud at childhood learning nonprofit
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The founder and CEO of a nonprofit that helped vulnerable children pleaded guilty to wire fraud in a scheme that forced the agency to close. Nkechy Ezeh also pleaded guilty Wednesday, Jan. 14, to tax evasion before U.S. District Judge Hala Jarbou in Lansing. Jarbou...
Woman pleads no contest to Grand Rapids shooting on west side
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — A woman pleaded no contest to a shooting that left one person injured on Grand Rapids' west side in 2024. Janai Battles, 34, was charged with assault with intent to murder, felony firearm and illegal firearm charges in the shooting. As part of a plea deal, she pleaded no contest to the charge...
4 Corewell hospitals no longer in UnitedHealthcare network
Four hospitals under Grand Rapids and Southfield, Mich.-based Corewell Health are no longer in UnitedHealthcare’s network, according to a Dec. 31 update from the insurer. As of Jan. 1, UnitedHealthcare does not cover the Dearborn, Taylor, Trenton and Wayne hospitals for its employer-sponsored commercial plan and...

















