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'Abandoned' dogs finally arrive to their new homes in West Michigan
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Dozens of dogs rescued from a shelter in Honduras have arrived in West Michigan. It took almost a year to get them here but now they get to just rest and enjoy their new “leash” on life. On a chilly Friday morning, the...
Lowell voters to decide on $104 million school bond proposal
In the May 7 election, Lowell voters will decide on a $104 million bond proposal that would update infrastructure and modernize school buildings, and Superintendent Nate Fowler says it would not increase the tax rate. (April 26, 2024)
Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills and UPREP go to ‘Once Upon a Prom’
KENTWOOD, MI -- It was a ‘Once Upon a Prom.’. 100 Grand Rapids Ottawa Hills and Grand Rapids University Prep Academy students attended their 2024 prom at Viewpond Banquet Hall in Kentwood on Saturday, April 27. Freelance photojournalist Chris duMond was there to document all of the moments. Click...
Kent County emergency manager explains why tornado sirens went off overnight
KENT COUNTY, Mich. — Including Kent County in an overnight tornado warning was a mistake. That's according to the Kent County Emergency Manager Scott Corbin, sharing insight late Wednesday morning. "According to the National Weather Service, Kent County was inadvertently included in the warning area. Kent County has strict...
From loaded fries to soul food, Grand Rapids food truck offers little bit of everything
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Taste Of Toya’s World food truck has been serving Grand Rapidians Southern comfort food and handheld meals since 2020. “We are the home of loaded fries and wings, but we cook a little bit of everything,” said owner LaToya Burpo. If you...
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