Grand Rapids zoo announces deaths of popular chimpanzee, kelp gull
The John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids has announced the deaths of two popular animals among its collection.
Michigan’s Most Romantic Restaurant is Also The Most Haunted
Want to dine with your sweetie... and ghosts? Uncover the allure of a historic mansion-turned-restaurant deemed the most romantic AND the most haunted restaurant in Michigan.
Michigan Spot Named One Of America’s Most Legendary Restaurants
One legendary hot dog joint in Michigan makes the list.
Dog theft juror: Veterinarian stole ‘someone’s best friend’
A juror in the trial of a veterinarian found guilty of stealing a homeless man’s dog called the incident “an unfortunate situation.”
Police find man who was missing from Grandville assisted living home
Police say they have found a 60-year-old man who was previously reported missing from an assisted living facility.
Walker fleet supervisor rescues city’s first fire engine from scrap yard
Ben Willcome brought home a piece of Walker history that connects directly to his day job — a 1954 fire engine that may be the city's first.
Mitten Brewing Company co-founder steps down after 15 years
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The co-founder of a popular West Side brewery is stepping out of the spotlight. Chris Andrus, co-founder of the Mitten Brewing Company, announced on social media Monday, Sept. 28, that he is stepping away from the company he helped build for the past 15 years.
Two Michigan Cities Getting Spirit Christmas Stores in 2025
Spirit Halloween isn’t vanishing this year — it’s transforming into Spirit Christmas, with two Michigan stores opening in Novi and Grand Rapids.
‘Wind phone’ at Grand Rapids cemetery encourages grief recovery
At Oakgrove Cemetery in Grand Rapids, visitors can now speak aloud their messages to lost loved ones through a recently installed "wind phone," a tool designed for individuals struggling through grief.
Health-focused bakery opens third Grand Rapids location
After a grand opening on Sept. 26, Field & Fire's new "Bakehouse" location in Grand Rapids has opened to the community and will serve as a new headquarters for baking with its 10,000 square feet of space.

















