25 Facts About WZZM 13
WZZM 13 has been a trusted source of news and entertainment for years. But how much do you really know about this station? Did you know it started broadcasting in 1962? Or that it’s an ABC affiliate? WZZM 13 has a rich history filled with interesting tidbits and milestones. From its humble beginnings to becoming a...
Grand Rapids Griffins host emergency preparedness night
Local emergency officials partnered with the Grand Rapids Griffins to promote emergency safety at Friday night’s game.
Grand Rapids housing advocate pushes 3D printed homes as affordable solution to city shortage
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A Grand Rapids housing advocate believes 3D printed homes could help address the city's affordable housing shortage as officials work toward their goal of creating 14,000 new homes by 2027. Dee Jones, a Grand Rapids resident who currently lives in an apartment, has been pushing...
Light flurries, mostly cloudy Saturday
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A few flurries will accompany cloud cover and cool temperatures in West Michigan Saturday. TODAY Light snow flurries will be possible, mainly north of I-96 between mid-morning and mid-afternoon. A dusting of accumulation is possible. High temperatures will warm to the middle 20s under...
Expect freezing drizzle in 21 Michigan counties until early Sunday
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Saturday at 8:45 p.m. EST for freezing drizzle until Sunday at midnight EST for Mason, Lake, Osceola, Clare, Oceana, Newaygo, Mecosta, Isabella, Muskegon, Montcalm, Gratiot, Ottawa, Kent, Ionia, Clinton, Allegan, Barry, Eaton, Ingham, Calhoun and Jackson...
Win $250 in this 2026 scavenger hunt across Ottawa County parks
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI - Ottawa County Parks has announced the return of its Parks Challenge in 2026, a yearlong adventure designed to highlight the area’s parks in a fun and interactive way. The challenge, which runs throughout 2026, invites participants to follow clues, explore county parks and search for...
What’s New in 2026 for Grand Rapids’ World of Winter Festival
World of Winter is returning to downtown Grand Rapids with art installations, Noodle Fest, silent disco, music, and more starting January 9.
Ilia Malinin’s attempt at history in 2026 Winter Olympics
Ilia Malinin is only 20 years old, but he is already accomplishing things that were unheard of in figure skating.
Michigan Weather Alert: Lake-Effect Snow Threat Later This Month, Grand Rapids in Focus...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Grand Rapids, Michigan – A colder, more wintry pattern is expected to settle across Michigan late this month, increasing the likelihood of lake-effect snow as January moves toward its final stretch....
West Michigan non-profits, businesses offer help in sober lifestyle
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — As we settle into the new year and how we can better ourselves, some look to cut back on or quit drinking altogether. One West Michigan non-profit wants people who may be struggling with addiction to know they’re not alone. Helene Dallas Chandler has...

















