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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 57m

Crews respond to house fire near Grand Rapids' southeast side. A fire broke out at a home near Grand Rapids' southeast end, prompting a heavy response from Firefighters. www.woodtv.com/news/grand-rapids/fi…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 1h

RiverTown contemplates healthcare, office uses for mall space. The owner of RiverTown Crossings says it has separated nearly 70,000 square feet of space inside the mall for "a potential future signature tenant." […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 3h

Marching bands: Why 'Seven Nation Army' became a tradition for this Band of the Week. Grand Haven High School's marching band has won MLive's Band of the Week reader poll during its 100th anniversary season […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 5h

Cascade Engineering breaks ground on 300,000-square-foot Kentwood warehouse. Cascade Engineering has broken ground on a 300,000-square-foot warehouse in Kentwood that will consolidate its shipping, receiving and inventory operations […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 7h

Alcohol suspected in head-on crash that seriously injured 2 drivers, police say. Emergency crews extricated both drivers from their vehicles after the collision. Criminal charges could be filed pending the investigation […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 7h

Hudsonville Ice Cream names next CEO. Hudsonville Ice Cream will have a new leader at the start of the new year. www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/202…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 9h

Grand Rapids considering making Lyon and Fountain two-way streets. Two streets running through Grand Rapids' Heritage Hill neighborhood could soon look a lot different after the city’s Mobile GR department announced it is considering changing Lyon and Fountain streets from one-way into two-way […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 10h

Christmas music arrives on Star 105.7. It’s officially the holiday season on West Michigan’s Star 105.7. www.woodtv.com/news/grand-rapids/ch…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 16h

Byron Center attorney sentenced for child pornography. A Byron Center-based attorney has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the creation and possession of child pornography, court records show. www.woodtv.com/news/kent-county/byr…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 18h

West Michigan 'metal detectorist' unearths relics of the past. There are centuries worth of history lying right beneath the ground we walk on every day. One West Michigan man has made it his mission to uncover as much of that history as he can with a shovel, some gloves and a metal detector […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 18h

Grand Rapids Police investigating after man hurt in Wednesday night stabbing. Police were able to find the suspect at a nearby apartment complex and take that person into custody […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 22h

Marching bands: Help select MLive's Band of the Week in West Michigan. Cedar Springs, Rockford, Grandville, Byron Center, Grand Rapids Northview and Grand Haven have each claimed victories as readers choose their favorite programs each week […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 02/11/2026

No injuries reported after ammonia leak prompts Wyoming business evacuations. There is no indication of a hazard to the community, the city said. www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/202…

No injuries reported after ammonia leak prompts Wyoming business evacuations

There is no indication of a hazard to the community, the city said.

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 02/11/2026

Ferrysburg voters to decide street repair funding for next 5 years. Ferrysburg residents will vote on a five-year street millage renewal on Nov. 3 that would fund road repairs throughout the city if passed […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 02/11/2026

Grand Rapids comptroller asks court to reverse departmental changes. The Grand Rapids City Comptroller is asking a judge for a summary disposition following a lawsuit filed against the city earlier this year […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 02/11/2026

Kent County Parks Department to redesign Indian Mounds Drive for Greenway. After a year of planning, the Kent County Parks Department will announce plans to redesign Indian Mounds Drive Wednesday evening […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 02/11/2026

2 killed in 2 separate crashes in southwest Michigan. One crash involved a car slamming into a building. www.wzzm13.com/article/news/investi…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Grand Rapids approves fast food, housing and banking projects. Grand Rapids planners greenlit new fast-food restaurants, a bank parking expansion and a private golf course in October […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Helen DeVos Children's Hospital's NICU babies celebrate Halloween. Staff at Corewell Health's Helen DeVos Children's Hospital helped craft handmade costumes for infants in the NICU as part of their annual Halloween celebration […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Corewell neurologist talks Lewy body dementia after death of Patrick Stewart. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Following actor Patrick Stewart’s death Wednesday from Lewy body dementia, News 8 spoke with a local neurologist to learn more about the disease. Lewy body dementia, caused by protein […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Take in sweeping Grand River views from a newly transformed downtown park. Canal Park now features a new plaza and pavilion, scenic overlooks, a 14-foot-wide multi-use trail and a barrier-free canoe and kayak launch […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Firefighters responding to ammonia leak at Country Fresh Dairy in Wyoming. A spokesperson for the Grand Rapids Fire Department said no injuries were reported. You're asked to avoid the area […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

56 spots offering special menus for Restaurant Week GR. Restaurant Week Grand Rapids gets underway soon, with 56 different restaurants around the area offering special fixed-price menus. www.woodtv.com/news/grand-rapids/56…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Retired firefighter, volunteer with Grand Rapids Public Museum works his final shift. For the past 17 years, Dave Tiesma has stood next to the fire engine at the Streets of Old Grand Rapids exhibit at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. On Thursday, he worked his final shift […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Walker announces new fire chief, interim police chief. The Walker Fire Department and Walker Police Department will both be under new management by the end of the year. www.woodtv.com/news/kent-county/wal…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Man accused in Sept. 2 Grand Rapids homicide found in Florida. Sharmarieo Williams, 42, is charged with murder in the death of Alexander Jones, 39. www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/202…

Man accused in Sept. 2 Grand Rapids homicide found in Florida

Sharmarieo Williams, 42, is charged with murder in the death of Alexander Jones, 39.

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

MSP: Grand Rapids man in custody, weapon seized after traffic stop on US-131. MSP said the passenger, an 18-year-old Grand Rapids man, gave troopers a false name, fought with them and then ran before they took him into custody […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Ammonia leak under control by Wyoming Fire. The Wyoming Fire Department is handling an ammonia leak Friday morning on southwest Buchanan Avenue near Mart Street, officials say. www.woodtv.com/news/kent-county/amm…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Marching bands: At Saugatuck High, almost half the school is in the band. Saugatuck High athletes play varsity volleyball, soccer, basketball and football while performing in marching band, thanks to coaches who encourage multi-activity involvement […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Kent County Parks Department announces plan to convert Indian Mounds Drive to nature trail. Indian Mounds Drive would be closed to most motor vehicles according to a plan the Kent County Parks Department announced Wednesday […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Grand Rapids Catholic Central can play after all, court rules. Grand Rapids Catholic Central High School can play in the Division 5 football playoffs after all, a judge ruled Friday. www.woodtv.com/news/grand-rapids-ca…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Husband, wife open bookstore to 'share good deals' with Grand Rapids community. With years of bookselling experience under their belts, a husband and wife have opened their first storefront in Grand Rapids with a focus on affordability and sustainability […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Advocates 'running out of time' to save education hub at Howard Christensen Nature Center. The excavating equipment that greeted visitors Friday morning was conspicuous, parked in front of a map-lined breezeway that marks the entrance to the Howard Christensen Nature Center […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Degage plans more housing in Grand Rapids for chronically homeless. Degage Ministries is planning a new transitional housing facility in Grand Rapids for people who are chronically homeless. www.woodtv.com/news/grand-rapids/de…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

New Toys R Us store to open at Woodland Mall. Just in time for the holiday season, West Michigan is getting two new Toys R Us stores. www.woodtv.com/news/kent-county/new…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Things to do in Grand Rapids area: Halloween fun, lots of live music and more. What events are happening Oct. 29-31 in the Grand Rapids area? Check out this list of options […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 01/11/2026

Man charged for September murder in Grand Rapids. A man has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of Alexander Jones in Grand Rapids in September. www.woodtv.com/news/grand-rapids/ma…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2026

Months after her heart stopped, West Michigan woman fulfills 50-year-old dream of skydiving. Gloria Lawless had a goal for her recovery from open heart surgery: She was going skydiving to celebrate her 70th birthday […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2026

Grand Rapids doctor explains Alzheimer's and Lewy Body dementia diseases after death of Sir Patrick Stewart. Actor Sir Patrick Stewart, famed for roles in "Star Trek" and "X-Men," has died at 86 from Alzheimer’s and Lewy body dementia. His career spanned over 60 years […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2026

Odd-even, other seasonal parking rules begin November. GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Seasonal parking rules return to Grand Rapids on Nov. 1 as the city prepares to keep streets clean and accessible during the winter months. Each year, the rules take effect starting 12:01 a.m. Nov. 1 and […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2026

As downtown Blue Dot Lab construction starts, GVSU leaders want focus beyond the building. When it’s completed in the summer of 2029, the building will be approximately 224,000 square feet and house the university’s College of Computing […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2026

Local metaphysical gift shop shuttering storefront, owner vows to keep online presence. The handmade art and metaphysical gift shop will permanently close its downtown Grand Rapids storefront by the end of 2026 […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2026

Free e-bike rides to the polls offered in Grand Rapids. Veo is offering Grand Rapids residents $10 in free e-bike and scooter ride credits on Election Day, Nov. 3, to help voters get to the polls […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2026

Grand Rapids installs new pedestrian safety beacons, but some neighbors say more is needed to slow traffic. The city is spending about $1.5 million this year to install 11 pedestrian safety beacons across town, but one longtime resident says the devices alone haven't slowed drivers near her home […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2026

Grand Rapids Public Schools names 2 finalists for superintendent, interviews set this week. Grand Rapids Public Schools is closer to naming its next superintendent! Two finalists will be interviewed this week. 📚 Who do you think should lead GRPS? […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 31/10/2026

Restaurant Week returning to Grand Rapids next month. The Grand Rapids food scene is preparing to celebrate Restaurant Week, celebrating the local restaurant scene, individuals behind it, and special deals. www.fox17online.com/morning-mix/res…

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The Grand Rapids food scene is preparing to celebrate Restaurant Week, celebrating the local restaurant scene, individuals behind it, and special deals.

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 30/10/2026

Man charged in Grand Rapids homicide extradited from Florida. Sharmarieo Williams was found in Florida and extradited to Michigan ahead of his arraignment in the September shooting death of a man in Grand Rapids […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 30/10/2026

Perrigo announces deal to sell infant formula business. Perrigo Company is selling its infant formula business for up to $175 million. www.woodtv.com/news/grand-rapids/pe…

Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 30/10/2026

Riverfront Canal Park opens to the public in Grand Rapids. A stretch of riverfront in downtown Grand Rapids is getting a new life with Canal Park now open to visitors following a $9.9 million improvement project […]

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Grand Rapids Michigan News @grandrapidsnews.mastodon.social.ap.brid.gy · 30/10/2026

'Top of their craft' circus performs in Grand Rapids. Trick-or-treaters won't be the only people in costume in Grand Rapids this weekend. The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus has been touring for more than 100 years, and performers kicked off Grand Rapids' weekend-long festivities […]

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