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Thousands raised for Grand Rapids veterans in annual race

Dozens of people took to the starting line at Michigan Veteran Homes in Grand Rapids Saturday to participate in the Veterans Day 5.

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Football Frenzy highlights: Nov. 6, 2026, district finals

The Football Frenzy crews will spread out around West Michigan to bring you highlights of district final games.

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FOX 17 News West Michigan

Knapp Street neighbors want slower speeds; road commission says no for now

Grand Rapids neighbors on Knapp Street have signed a petition to slow traffic in order to increase safety. However, the Kent County Road Commission says any changes could actually make things worse.

Kent County, MI · 1d

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KCAS Pets of the Week: Daisy and Stormy

Daisy and Stormy are up for adoption at the Kent County Animal Shelter.

Kent County, MI · 1d

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Downtown Grand Rapids Cigar Lounge is Shutting Down After Almost 7-Year Run

Another business is calling it quits in downtown Grand Rapids. Stop in to toast the crew before the humidor clears out for good.

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Northpointe Bank files WARN notice for 338 positions

Layoffs are on the table as Grand Rapids-headquartered Northpointe Bank looks to sell its residential mortgage origination business, though Northpointe says the acquiring company plans to offer jobs to some workers.

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

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Struggling to stay afloat, Grand Rapids Pride Center asks for help

The Grand Rapids Pride Center, Michigan’s oldest LGBTQ+ community center, is asking the community it has served for nearly four decades for help keeping its doors open.

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

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Data-driven turtle crossing built in West Michigan to reduce roadkill

GRAND RAPIDS — Years of volunteer-collected data have led to the installation of a new wildlife crossing designed to protect freshwater turtles from vehicle collisions along a busy stretch of highway in Barry County. The project, spearheaded by the John Ball Zoo, Grand Valley State University, and regional partners,...

Barry County, MI · 2d

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Pilot program in West Michigan counties hopes to simplify legal process in domestic cases

A new pilot program approved by the Michigan Supreme Court is changing how domestic-related cases are handled. Kent County is one of the four counties trying the new program that looks to simplify the legal process.

Kent County, MI · 1d

The Pioneer

New BR hockey coach falls to Forest Hills Central in debut

New Big Rapids hockey coach Bryan Marek put his team on the ice for the first time on Saturday with a 5-2 loss to Forest Hills Central

Big Rapids, MI · 5h

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Second annual ‘Sleep Out’ raises awareness for youth homelessness in Grand Rapids

Covenant House of Grand Rapids hosts second annual 'Sleep Out' to raise awareness for youth homelessness and dozens of volunteers participate. (Nov. 5, 2026)

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

MLive

Three-peat! See photos as Portage Central defeats Grandville in D1 district final

PORTAGE, MI— Portage Central football is no stranger to the big moment. The Mustangs proved that once again this year, winning a third-straight district championship on Friday, Nov. 6. Portage Central defeated Grandville in the MHSAA D1 district final, 33-18. MLive was there to document the action, both on...

Portage, MI · 1d

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What’s cooking? Grand Rapids chefs debut Restaurant Week menus

Restaurant week has returned to Grand Rapids, giving foodies nine days to explore the local spots and flavors that define the city's culinary scene.

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FOX 17 News West Michigan

West Michigan families plan ahead for holiday spending

As folks begin preparing for the end-of-year holidays, some are finding ways to bring in extra income, while others are adjusting their holiday shopping plans to make their budgets go further.

Michigan · 1d

michiganbusinessnetwork.com

ICYMI: VIDEO: Uncomfortable Conversations | Kim Bode’s Inaugural Episode for The Hard Cost of Soft Skills

Chris Holman welcomes back Kim Bode, dog rescuer, community advocate, and proud Michigan business owner of 8THIRTYFOUR, a communications and learning company based in Grand Rapids, MI. This time as she launches her series Uncomfortable Conversations: The Hard Cost of Soft Skills. Hear Kim and Chris interview each other as...

Michigan · 2d

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Tanger Outlets to hold tree-lighting ceremony on Nov. 13

BYRON TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- The holiday season is drawing ever closer, and there are more and more signs of it. Tanger Outlets will hold its annual tree-lighting celebration one week from today, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30. The shopping complex is located on 84th Street at US-131 in Byron Township....

Byron Center, MI · 2d

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Focus West Michigan 11-6-26: Northpointe Bank to layoff over 300 workers

A West Michigan-based bank has filed notice it intends to permanently layoff more than 300 employees; a potential Muskegon Heights Public School district leadership crisis was averted on Election Day; developers want to demolish Grand Rapids' Saint James Catholic Church to build housing on the city's West Side; Consumers Energy is again extending its decision deadline for the sale of 13 hydroelectric dams.

Michigan · 1d

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Pretzer Leads Davenport with 12 Kills at No. 1 Ferris State

BIG RAPIDS, Mich. — Karley Pretzer led Davenport with 12 kills on .323 hitting, but the Panthers fell to No. 1 Ferris State in straight sets (11-25, 20-25, 18-25) Friday at Bulldog Arena. Davenport moved to 16-9 overall and 8-7 in GLIAC play, while the Bulldogs remained unbeaten at 26-0 overall and 15-0 in conference play.

Big Rapids, MI · 1d

Country Herald

Michigan Weather Alert: Grand Rapids, MI 32-Mph Gusts Nov 7-11

Grand Rapids faces gusts up to 32 mph Sunday before temperatures climb to 61 degrees Tuesday.