Grand Rapids Icing store to close after bankruptcy, court docs say
More than a dozen Claire's stores, as well as a few Icing stores, appear to be the first set to close after the mall-based retailer filed for bankruptcy last week.
Little drought relief ahead through the end of August.
Occasional heavy downpours possible, but widespread drought relief through the end of the month looks slim.
A Glimpse of Africa festival packs Calder Plaza with food, music, artwork
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The community gathered in Calder Plaza this weekend to celebrate the 6th annual A Glimpse of Africa Festival. Kicking off in Grand Rapids on Saturday morning and running through Sunday, the festival was a hub of culture, food, artwork, fashion and music. According to the...
Siblings Killed in Fiery Crash on US 131 near Big Rapids, overpass damaged
The collision caused significant damage to the overpass, prompting MDOT to shut down the southbound lanes of US 131 until the structure can be assessed and repaired.
Police investigate deadly shooting in Grand Rapids
A man is dead after a shooting in Grand Rapids Sunday evening, police say.
Two Major Michigan Manufacturers to Close Plants
Two major manufacturers, Marshall Excelsior and Howard Miller, will close multiple plants in Michigan by next year, citing tariffs, high costs, and a weak housing market.
American Legion Post 2 concludes month-long veteran suicide awareness
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The American Legion Post 2 in Grand Rapids, partnered with the Ypsilanti-based organization 22 A Day, concluded their month-long veteran suicide awareness campaign on Saturday. The legion placed crosses with names of veterans who have tragically taken their own lives from PTSD along US-131 for...
Get Ready For Texas De Brazil’s Grand Rapids Debut
Every once in a while, you wanna try a truly unique dining experience and find a place that can cook up a good steak, offer a good salad, and some unique menu items. One of those places is Texas de Brazil Churrascaria Steakhouse, and it looks as though this fall they’re going to be adding a brand new location to the...
Quiet Places Around Grand Rapids To Escape To
Do you ever just need some time to get away from it all for a while, escape from the hustle and bustle of life? Or maybe get away from other people's lives and be alone for a bit. As more and more buildings get put up, it feels like quiet spaces are becoming few and far between, especially if you live in a metro area.
MomsBloom invites Holland to support postpartum care Aug. 14
MomsBloom is inviting the community to “Grow the Village” from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Aug. 14 at Leadlight Counseling, 217 E. 24th St. (Suite 201) in Holland , according to a community announcement. The free event aims to rally support for the continuation of postpartum services in Ottawa County. Attendees will hear from...
