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Man arrested after allegedly running red light, crashing into light pole in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A man was arrested early Monday morning after allegedly running a red light and crashing into a light pole in Grand Rapids. The crash happened just after 3 a.m. at the intersection of Pearl Street and Monroe Avenue near Rosa Parks Circle. Police say the...
Teacher of the Week becomes educator after her own challenges in school
ROCKFORD, Mich. — Another very unsuspecting educator was pretty caught off guard when 13 ON YOUR SIDE showed up to Valley View Elementary School in Rockford for our latest Teacher of the Week surprise. She told us it doesn’t take much to make teachers feel appreciated. Her name...
Rockford man revisits site where he almost died after a bike crash
ROCKFORD, Mich. — Dave Medema of Rockford is thankful to be alive after a horrific accident almost claimed his life. May 10 marks two years since his bike crash and he said he's still on his way to meeting his goal of a lifetime. “I would never have chosen...
Lineup for 'Concerts and Movies in the Park' series released
EAST GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A summer classic is back! The Concerts and Movies in the Park series is set to return to East Grand Rapids in June. Each summer, the Parks and Recreation Department hosts these free, family-friendly events at John Collins Park, which overlooks Reeds Lake. Families can bring blankets and lawn chairs to find a spot to watch the show.
Rosalynn Bliss to deliver final State of the City address this week
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Her ninth annual address will be her last. Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss is delivering her final State of the City address this week. Bliss will recap the city's successes over the past year and reflect on her tenure serving Grand Rapids residents in the Thursday, May 16 event. Remarks are set to begin at 6 p.m.
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