Amway Stadium contract pushes Sparta steel coater into expansion mode
Dave Cole Decorators Inc. has acquired a 118,000-square-foot former foundry in Sparta to handle work on the $175 million Amway Stadium project and meet surging demand for its steel coating services. The commercial painter and steel coating firm plans to occupy a portion of the 118,000-square-foot facility located...
43-unit townhomes proposal draws boos from west side neighborhood
More than 300 people packed a room at Faith Community Church of West Michigan on Dec. 1 as a townhomes developer presented plans that were drowned out several times by boos and vocal opposition. Adam Rogalski, an East Grand Rapids resident and relative newcomer to the housing development sector, is...
Tentative agreement would bring more pay for GRPS teachers
Grand Rapids Public Schools has reached a tentative agreement with the teachers' union that, if approved, would bring wage increases for two academic years.Grand Rapids Public Schools has reached a tentative agreement with the teachers' union that, if approved, would bring wage increases for two academic years.
Freezing drizzle leads to dozens of car tows in Grand Rapids
Iced roads in Grand Rapids led to over 30 cars needing towing, as freezing drizzle turned to snow. Authorities urge caution and advise staying in vehicles for safety.
Orthopedics Associates breaking ground today on outpatient surgery center
WYOMING, Mich. -- Orthopedic Associates of Michigan will break ground on a new outpatient surgery center Thursday afternoon in Wyoming. Due to the cold weather, the ceremony will take place indoors at the University of Michigan's Health-West Village campus. UM-Health said in a news release the surgery center will...
What’s With All The Cars Crashing Into Grand Rapids Stores This Year?
An odd string of crashes sent cars straight into local stores. We recap each one and what caused the chaos.
City considers 100-Foot sound ban to curb confrontations at Planned Parenthood
“Thin line between free speech and violating someone’s personal space.”. Grand Rapids City Commissioner Lisa Knight says while protesters have first amendment free speech protection, Planned Parenthood patients have rights, too:. “I have issues with people who need help, primarily women, going to a place where they...
Styx & Chicago roll out joint ‘The Windy Cities Tour’ set to visit Grand...
If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. Styx and Chicago have announced a collaborative 2026 trek, “The Windy Cities Tour,” with stops in Grand Rapids, Cincinnati, Austin, and more. Kicking off Monday, July 13 at iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre in West...
What is the Most Popular Christmas Song of All Time?
Picture this: 25 years of spreading festive cheer through music. That's what 100.5 The River is celebrating!
Raccoon Gets Drunk and Passes Out in Store Bathroom
Wild animals often use alcohol by eating fermented fruit and grain sugars, but most animals partake responsibly. A raccoon recently got drunk in a liquor store then passed out in the bathroom.

















