Your Ticket to a Van Andel Arena Show at Downtown Restaurants
Going to a concert is a whole experience. So, when you head into Downtown Grand Rapids to see a show at Van Andel Arena, you want to fully enjoy your time in the city. And, through a partnership between the arena and local restaurants, you can now do that for a little cheaper.
When school anxiety symptoms can signal a bigger problem
With West Michigan kids preparing to go back to school, a Corewell Health child psychotherapist says parents play a key role in helping children adjust.
Image upgrade: Tinned fish gets renewed culinary attention
Tinned fish has turned from a not so glamorous camping meal to a chic, tasteful offering at wine bars and dinner parties. Instead of just the commonly canned tuna and sardines, you can find fish like mackerel, herring, salmon, mussels, and clams in tiny, decorative tins on restaurant menus and at your local grocery...
Healing Hens providing feathered therapy for seniors
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — During the COVID-19 pandemic, Jodi Wilterdink started her chicken coop. “When everything was shut down, I thought, ‘well, what am I going to do?’ I can't really work right now,” Wilterdink said. “So I went to Tractor Supply and thought, ‘Well, I'm going to just have some baby chicks.’”
Founders Brewing gives back to the Hispanic Center of Western Michigan
Disclaimer: This is sponsored content. All opinions and views are of the advertiser and do not reflect the same of Fox 17. Founders Brewing has contributed to community connection across Grand Rapids through great food and conversations over glasses of beer. Inspired by the dedication to building understanding and...
Grand Rapids’ UFP Industries expands reach in North America
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A subsidiary of a local building materials firm is expanding its product availability across the U.S. and Canada. Edge, a manufacturer of exterior trim, siding and interior accents, announced it is growing its footprint by expanding its partnership with Associated Building Material Distributors of...
Police: Grand Rapids motorcyclist dead after crash
A motorcyclist from Grand Rapids died after a crash in Wyoming early Friday morning, police say.
As fewer Americans are drinking alcohol, West Michigan breweries adapt
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A new Gallup poll shows Americans are drinking less than at any point in the last 30 years, with many now seeing even moderate drinking as unhealthy. Some local breweries are feeling the pinch as sales slow and drinking habits shift. “Beer's going to be...
Police: No weapons involved at fight in Grandville mall
Grandville Police Department says it is investigating an assault that happened at Rivertown Crossings Mall on Saturday afternoon.
Why This Has Become The Most Confusing Roundabout In Michigan
It’s not a road, but that hasn’t stopped people from driving right onto it—over and over again.