Polish Hall Pulls Out Of Grand Rapids Pulaski Days
A Polish hall in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has decided not to participate in Pulaski Days in 2025, after being a part of the event for 52 years. By Jan Styka - web (ex. [1], Google search by image dates this to at least 2001), Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2928032[/caption]Pulaski Days...
‘Somebody had to know’: Fatal hit and run on Cascade Road unsolved four years...
A Grand Rapids native killed by a hit and run driver in 2021 was struck by two additional vehicles, and those drivers failed to stop too.
Pure Michigan Eats: Local Favorites You’ll Love
If an out-of-stater comes to Michigan, what would you feed them that is 'Pure Michigan '? Here are the items locals suggested. Michigan is known for many things by people from other states, such as its automotive industry in Detroit, its stunning natural landscapes, including the Great Lakes and the Upper Peninsula,...
Two people shot in downtown Grand Rapids early Friday morning
Two people were shot Friday morning in the area of Rosa Parks Circle. Officers were called for a large group of cars driving recklessly, police said. As officers got to the park, they heard gunshots.
What it means when the Weatherball is in ‘party mode’
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Usually, 13 ON YOUR SIDE's Weatherball is just one color at a time: red, blue, or green. However, there are exceptions. During holidays like the Fourth of July and New Year's Eve, 13 ON YOUR SIDE's meteorologists will change the Weatherball into "party mode." On...
After A Year And Half In Business, Another Downtown Grand Rapids Restaurant Shuts Down
Downtown Grand Rapids is losing another eatery. In 2025 alone, we've already said goodbye to Pochis Colombian Café, House of Wine, Beacon Corner Bar, and Local Mocha. Now, a joint that describes itself as a "fine dive bar" is closing its doors. The Foolery first opened at 10 Ionia...
Cinnabon and Auntie Anne’s Continues Meijer Expansion, Gaines and Cascade Next
The biggest threat to everyone's waistlines, Cinnabon and Auntie Anne's, have been go-to spots inside malls, as gifts to coworkers, or a quick snack when needed. While Auntie Anne's has been in Woodland Mall for years, Cinnabon has had a presence around the state. However, Cinnabon has been notably sparse around West...
Kent County Sheriff prepares for ‘all hands on deck’ boating weekend
KENT COUNTY, Mich. — This weekend, thousands of boaters will take to the water for the Fourth of July weekend. Out of the 11,000 lakes in Michigan, Kent County is home to 83 of them. The County’s Marine Unit is making sure people stay safe while having fun while they’re out on the water.
GRPD: 2 injured in shooting at Rosa Parks Circle
Two people were shot and injured in downtown Grand Rapids overnight, police say.
Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids to merge, close some churches
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids is planning to merge and close some of its churches due to a shortage of new priests. Bishop David Walkowiak announced the consolidations in a June 29 pastoral plan, titled “Rooted in Christ,” which aims to reduce the diocese’s total number of church buildings...
