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‘With heavy heart,’ Grand Rapids restaurant announces closure

A restaurant in Grand Rapids' Belknap Lookout neighborhood has closed its doors.

Housing Finance

Affordable Housing Opens Next to Michigan Health Center

A 56-unit affordable housing community has opened adjacent to a health center in Wyoming, Michigan. Woda Cooper Cos. and Cherry Health collaborated on the development of Shea Ravines next to Cherry Health’s Wyoming Community Health Center. “Named in honor of our former CEO Chris Shea, Shea Ravines reflects his...

Wyoming, MI · 1d

wktvjournal.org

Volunteers and donors rebuild Kentwood family’s home Friday after house sat for over a year; fireworks accident to blame

After a large amount of time had passed, a fireworks accident that partially burned down a Kentwood family’s home is now getting rebuilt due to a labor of love with volunteers and donors. A year-and-a-half had passed since the home at 1855 Tradewinds caught fire during Memorial Day Weekend...

Kentwood, MI · 2d

WOOD TV8

Longtime Grand Rapids furniture store closes doors, property sale pending

After nearly 80 years in Grand Rapids, Sullivan's Carpet and Furniture has shut down, its remaining inventory is being auctioned off and a property sale is pending.

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FOX 17 News West Michigan

Jenison High School club meeting won’t go ahead after flyer draws backlash

A student club meeting at Jenison High School won’t go ahead as scheduled after an online flyer asking “Are Muslims bad news for America?” drew backlash from neighbors and the local Muslim community.

Jenison, MI · 1d

MLive

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DeVos-owned Harley-Davidson dealership moving to Grand Rapids suburb

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Grand Rapids Harley-Davidson will move from its Hudsonville location to a modernized facility in Wyoming next year, parent company Fox Outdoors announced. The dealership plans to relocate from 2977 Corporate Grove Drive in Hudsonville to 780 44th St. SW in Wyoming, just south of Grand Rapids. Construction is scheduled to begin in December, with the new location expected to open in spring 2027.

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FOX 17 News West Michigan

Expansion project aimed to improve Ford Airport ready for take-off

A new airfield development is ready to take flight at Gerald R. Ford International Airport, officials said.

WOOD TV8

Football Frenzy preview: Regional finals

District championships have been claimed, and now regional titles are at stake as teams move one step closer to playing in Detroit over Thanksgiving weekend.

WOOD TV8

Grand Rapids transitional housing program sees success, plans expansion

A Grand Rapids transitional housing program for the chronically homeless is planning to expand with a new location as the original program nears its third anniversary.

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MLive

MHSAA lawsuit: Catholic Central placekicker won’t drop case

Noah Zainea's attorney calls his client and teammates "virtually defenseless" under the athletic association's rules after their season ended over a transfer dispute.

schoolnewsnetwork.org

Two years after fire, new transportation facility opens

Wyoming — Following a two-year rebuild process, the district’s sparkling new transportation facility is officially open and operational. The building at 2181 Prairie Parkway SW replaces the former facility destroyed by fire on the same site in December of 2024. The new $7.5 million, 13,000-square-foot facility includes a...

Wyoming, MI · 2d

michigansportsradio.com

Regional football preview 2026: Michigan Sports Radio zeroes in on 3 local games

It’s never wise to sleep on a Hudsonville Unity Christian football team, especially one coached by Hall of Famer Craig Tibbe. Kenowa Hills coach Don Fellows knows this. He knows this Friday’s 7 p.m. Division 4 regional championship showdown between Kenowa Hills (10-1) and Unity Christian (7-4) at the Knights’ field will require discipline, toughness, and patience.

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97.9 WGRD

Paw & Order! Kent County Sheriff's Office Rescues Tiny, One-Eyed Kitten and She Needs a Name

She wandered into the Kent County Sheriff's Office parking lot looking for help—and walked out with a forever home! See her adorable rescue story and help deputies choose the ultimate name for this sweet little survivor.

Kent County, MI · 1d

WOOD TV8

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As holidays season nears, Kent Co. nonprofit seeks donations for families in need

Nonprofit organization, Closet of Hope, is collecting donations for foster and adoptive families leading up to the holiday season.

Wyoming, MI · 19h

We Are Battle Creek

West Michigan Loses Its First Bojangles Restaurant

Bojangles is already gone from Michigan. Now, hundreds of Wendy's restaurants are caught up in the same company's bankruptcy battle.

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We Are Grand Rapids

150-year-old Grand Rapids Church May Face The Wrecking Ball

A 150-year-old West Side church may face the wrecking ball. St. James Catholic Church on Bridge Street could become housing, and neighbors get a say Nov. 12.

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We Are Grand Rapids

Michigan Snow Has Arrived Up North, But Grand Rapids Waits Its Turn

Snow has finally reached Michigan, but way up in the UP, not here. Herman sits at three inches while last winter buried it under 366. Get those shovels ready, friends.

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97.9 WGRD

Neighborhood Bar Tucked in Grand Rapids Condo Complex Closes After 7 Years

Known for its stacked burgers, fish and chips, courtyard patio, craft beer, and live music, this neighborhood spot quiety closed over the weekend.

WOOD TV8

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Fried chicken, bibimbap and more: Korean fusion spot opens in Grand Rapids

There's a new Korean fusion spot in Grand Rapids: Dak Good, which specializes in Korean fried chicken.

Grand Rapids, MI · 23h

Country Herald

West Michigan Weather Alert: Rain to 28° Cold, Nov. 12-16

Michigan — Wet pavement, brisk northwest winds and a sharp temperature drop are setting up a colder stretch across West Michigan. Grand Rapids could fall from Thursday's 46-degree high to just 28 degrees by Friday morning, bringing the risk of freezing conditions.