Grand Rapids and Byron Center Schools Earn State Blue Ribbon Recognition
City High Middle School in Grand Rapids and Countryside Elementary School in Byron Center are among 16 Michigan schools recognized as Blue Ribbon Schools by the Michigan Department of Education (MDE). The Blue Ribbon designation is given to schools that perform well on state and national assessments.
Southbound US-131 reopens after semi hits overpass for second time this year
Southbound US-131 reopened Saturday after semi-truck struck 146th Avenue bridge in Dorr Township. The overpass remains closed following the second crash this year.
Downtown Market Reaches Full Capacity as Myanmar Meals Opens, Expanding Dining Options for Grand...
The Grand Rapids Downtown Market in Michigan has reached full capacity with the opening of Myanmar Meals. The new eatery specializes in Burmese and Cantonese cuisine. Owners Aye Soe and Min Tun immigrated to the United States in 2008. Myanmar Meals serves dishes such as Chicken Crispy Rolls, Burmese Samosa Salad,...
Suspected drunk driver hit Walgreens, fled scene before arrest
A man is under arrest after crashing into a Walgreen's on Northland Drive NE in Grand Rapids late Friday night.
Michigan – Weather Alert: Snow Expected Tonight; Up to 2+ Inches Possible Along I-94...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Grand Rapids, MI – The National Weather Service in Grand Rapids is tracking two rounds of snow this weekend, with the first expected to begin as rain this evening before transitioning to snow overnight....
GRPD: Man accidently shot himself, expected to survive
A man accidently shot himself in Grand Rapids Saturday, police say.
Rain, snow to arrive late Saturday
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — After an overcast day, a rain-snow mix will move into West Michigan Saturday evening. TODAY Overcast, rain-snow mix arrives after sunset. TODAY Much of the daylight timeframe will be quiet, with overcast skies, light winds, and high temperatures in the middle 40s. TONIGHT A...
Hand2Hand provides meals to students facing weekend hunger
Hand2Hand is a nonprofit that provides food to West Michigan students over weekends and extended breaks. They work alongside churches, businesses, and schools to put items together in an assembly-line fashion, then deliver the bags to those who need it. With the recent government shutdown affecting SNAP benefits for...
Grand Rapids Residents Invited to Veterans Day 5 Walk, Run & Roll Event on...
Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids (MVHGR) and Zero Day will host the Veterans Day 5 Walk, Run & Roll event on Saturday, November 8, 2025. The event will be held at 2950 Monroe Ave. NE in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It is open to the public. Registration and check-in start at 7:15 a.m. Opening ceremonies begin at...
In letter to auditors, Grand Rapids comptroller again lambasts downsized office
Reiterating his criticism of a decision to downsize his office, the Grand Rapids comptroller this week sent a letter to auditors arguing the move sidestepped the city charter and was illegal.
