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Under new ownership, Grand Rapids icon Flanagan’s nears reopening

After an extended closure, a downtown Grand Rapids staple is getting ready to open its doors with new ownership, a renovated space and a "fresh start."

Grand Rapids, MI · 4d

WOOD TV8

Troubled Mill Creek Tavern property sold to Vitale’s owner

The former Mill Creek Tavern property in Comstock Park has a new owner.

Comstock Park, MI · 6d

westmichiganwoman.com

Winter Magic and New Additions: ‘ENLIGHTEN Presented by PNC Bank’ Returns to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park for Third Season

Back to once again captivate West Michigan for a third magical year at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is ENLIGHTEN Presented by PNC Bank, an immersive holiday light experience. Starting November 23 through January 10, this new winter tradition welcomes new enhancements for the winter ‘26/’27 season, including a grand finale within the Lena Meijer Tropical Conservatory.

Grand Rapids, MI · 5d

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These 10 Michigan Restaurants Have Interiors So Wild They Might Steal The Whole Show

A chandelier made of spoons hangs over one of the dining rooms on this list. I read that detail once and immediately needed to see the rest of the room. It gets stranger from there. One dining room has hundreds of mounted animal heads watching your plate. Another lets you roll a cheese-shaped wooden ball toward a pigeon feather between bites. That game has been part of the room since the 1930s.

Detroit, MI · 7d

Secret Chicago

This Dutch-inspired town near Chicago has a charming outdoor Christmas market—and it’s returning this month

You don’t need a passport—or a pricey transatlantic flight— for a little European Christmas magic this holiday season. Just a few hours from Chicago, Holland, Michigan, pairs Dutch charm with a festive outdoor Christmas market , making it a dreamy winter road-trip destination. While this charming town is best known for its spring tulips, its downtown shops, galleries, eateries, and brewpubs offer plenty of reasons to explore beyond tulip season. Come the holidays, though, Kerstmarkt steals the spotlight. The European-style outdoor market brings gifts, seasonal bites, and artisan demonstrations to town—and it’s the perfect excuse to trade the city for a festive weekend away. A little Dutch Christmas magic in Michigan So, why Kerstmarkt ? The word translates to “Christmas market” in Dutch. Its founders drew inspiration from Christmas markets across Europe, including those they visited in Germany, and brought a little of that festive charm back to Michigan. What began with just 10 booths in Centennial Park in 1997 now takes place outside the Holland Civic Center at 150 W. 8th Street, near the corner of 8th Street and Pine Avenue. Wander among the European-inspired wooden booths, and you’ll find handcrafted treasures, seasonal food and drinks, and artisans showing

Holland, MI · 6d

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Halloween Is Over, So What Do You Do With That Pumpkin?

Rotting pumpkins add to landfill waste. Here are a few Grand Rapids-area alternatives.

Grand Rapids, MI · 5d

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Haviland Pool & Spa Invests $26 Million in Indiana Facility

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (November 2, 2026) – Haviland Pool & Spa today announced a $26 million investment in a new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Indiana to support the company’s continued growth. The facility will be operated as Aegis USA, a wholly owned subsidiary of Haviland Pool & Spa. The name comes from the aegis, the shield of protection in Greek mythology, and reflects the facility’s focus on safety.

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Get your dinner at Rosa Parks Circle Tonight

Get your dinner at Rosa Parks Circle Tonight. The sausage takeover will transform Rosa Parks Circle into a free dinner hub tonight, ahead of election day. We talk to Marketing Manager Fiona Redhair about this unique gathering. For a weekly dose of news right to your inbox, sign up for...

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The Holland Sentinel

Holland steakhouse cited for discoloration, debris in beer taps

Each week, the Ottawa County Department of Public Health releases a round-up of recent safety inspections at restaurants, schools and other facilities. Adhering to proper safety practices is critical to preventing foodborne illness and promoting public health. The Sentinel publishes regular reports on “priority” violations — ones that could directly lead to contamination of food or increase the risk of transmitting a foodborne illness, as well as corrective measures taken. The Sentinel also reports on “priority foundation” violations — ones that could lead to a priority violation. The health department notes “core” violations, but The Sentinel only reports on those if there’s a significant accumulation at a single eatery or the inspection noted more serious violations. All reports are available at miottawa.org/health/environmental/food-services . Allendale Grill 11233 68th Ave. Suite C in Allendale Corrections: The freezer and flip-top cooler are now in good working order The restaurant now has chlorine testing strips Allendale High School — Outside Concession 10760 68th Ave. in Allendale Corrections: The eatery has obtained quaternary ammonia sanitizer tablets and test strips Allendale Public Schools Early Childhood Center 10455 Timberline Drive in Allendale Correction: The dishwashing machine is now bringing dish surface temperatures to at least 160 degrees

Holland, MI · 10d

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Yes, Grand Rapids Symphony Concerts Really Are Family-Friendly!

Think the Symphony is Only for Adults? Think Again. Another weekend is on the horizon and you’re looking for fun things to do in Grand Rapids. Don’t let your mind wander right past the Grand Rapids Symphony. An evening (or afternoon!) at the symphony is one of the...

Grand Rapids, MI · 5d

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Hudsonville Ice Cream entering ‘next generation of leadership’ with appointment of new CEO

Hudsonville Ice Cream has chosen its next CEO.

Holland, MI · 6d

The Holland Sentinel

There's a new restaurant coming to the former Crust 54 on Washington

A new restaurant with Nepali, South Asian and Indian flavors is coming to the former southside Crust 54 in Holland. Silk Road Curry and Crust will be operated by Prem Gurung and his brothers, Him and Purna, at 1145 Washington Ave. The siblings hope to open the first week of December. The menu will fuse all three cuisines, using fresh ingredients alongside spices and flavors from Gurung’s home country of Nepal. That includes pizza made with curry sauces, momo dumplings and other conventional curry dishes. Gurung lived in Nepal until 1993, when he relocated to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. He previously worked as a Sherpa, helping travelers scale mountains, including Mount Everest. After moving, he worked on a cattle ranch in Jackson Hole. More: What's the deal with Crust 54 on Washington Avenue in Holland? Gurung said he and his brothers have spent multiple years looking for a restaurant space in Holland. His brothers bring unique culinary experience to the table, including the opening of Cumin Fresh Indian Kitchen in Grand Haven, which a cousin took over in 2024. Gurung said the brothers signed a lease for the former Crust 54 in September. He's been renovating the space ever since. For

Holland, MI · 8d

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Film, music to bring 19th-century Dutch emigration story to Hope

HOLLAND — Hope College will explore the mid-19th-century Dutch immigrant experience through a multimedia program featuring film, live music, and poetry on Wednesday, Nov. 4. The free event begins at 7:30 p.m. in Winants Auditorium inside Graves Hall on campus. The program centers on "From Wenters to Wisconsin," a...

Holland, MI · 6d

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Merchants and Makers kick off annual Holiday Market in Grand Rapids

Halloween has officially come and gone, with local merchants and makers kicking off the holiday season Sunday at the Holiday Market at Fulton Street Market.

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A Reimagined Culinary Experience Awaits at the 2026 Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival

Exciting changes are on the menu at the 2026 Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival, November 20-21 at DeVos Place. A full palate of food and beverage selections will be spread out inside Exhibit Halls A & B, creating a lively epicurean setting in which to sample at a casual pace.

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Sick Raccoons Are Raising Red Flags Across Grand Rapids

One sick raccoon turned into a much bigger concern for Grand Rapids wildlife rescuers. Now multiple animals may have been exposed to poison.

Grand Rapids, MI · 9d

WOOD TV8

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 deposits that build up in the brain, has distinct differences from other dementia-causing diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, Corewell Health Division Chief […]

Grand Rapids, MI · 8d

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