Grand Rapids MI

Many Michiganders hold a deep nostalgic about the low-cost hamburger chain Hot 'n Now. Founded in Kalamazoo, the drive-thru only restaurant mushroomed quickly around the state and into national expansion. A Michigan chain also attempted to bring the Hot 'n Now style experience to pizza. It sounds like a gangbusters...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Fireworks may be one of the most exciting parts of Fourth of July for your family—but for your pets, the loud noises and flashing lights can be scary. Because of this, July 5 is one of the busiest times for animal shelters as they...

Swimming can be a great way to cool off when the weather gets hot, but not everyone in West Michigan knows how to swim or what to look for to spot a swimmer in distress.

Corewell Health recently acquired new technology to treat severe liver disease and certain liver cancers. Histotripsy uses precision lasers to destroy tumors on the liver. “The really unique thing about this particular device is that it's completely non- invasive so in the past, we've had to stick a needle into a...

A manslaughter charge has been issued after a body was found outside a Grand Rapids-area apartment complex.

Hidden in the charming city of Holland, Michigan sits a culinary landmark that has meat lovers mapping out special road trips just to grab a table. Crazy Horse Steak House & Saloon doesn’t need flashy gimmicks or trendy food concepts – it’s built its reputation the old-fashioned way: by serving consistently excellent...

Each week, the Ottawa Department of Public Health releases a round-up of recent safety inspections at restaurants, schools and other facilities. Adhering to proper safety practices is critical to preventing foodborne illness and promoting public health. The Holland Sentinel, in 2025, is publishing regular reports on...

A Kalamazoo-based custom homebuilder purchased a nearly 70,000-square-foot industrial building in Walker for almost $4.9 million after a “competitive bid scenario,” according to a broker who worked on the deal. A subsidiary of KLH Custom Homes LLC purchased the building at 3710 Northridge Drive NW on May 14...

62-year-old John Plekker from Greenville jumped into Wabasis Lake on Sunday evening for a swim, but never resurfaced.

Construction is nearing completion for Godwin Mercado, a new hub for fresh produce and community events in Wyoming’s Godwin Heights neighborhood.