Cedar Springs
LATEST NEWS
Storm Team 8 Forecast, 5 a.m., 052624
Variably cloudy through the day. This means at times, you will likely see the sunshine. Highs will lift into the mid to upper 70s. Another chance for showers and strong storms develops in the afternoon and evening as a warm front lifts through. (May 26, 2024)
Cracker Barrel plans changes after CEO says the brand isn't relevant
DENVER — Cracker Barrel is planning some major changes. The CEO announced changes May 16 in a conference call with investors for the company known for its country food dishes and rustic décor. Cracker Barrel CEO Julie Masino said the company has "lost some of its shine," particularly in its recovery from the pandemic.
Bike and gear swap coming to new outdoor shop at Cannonsburg
KENT COUNTY, MI -- A new outdoor shop is starting the summer season with a gear swap. The Great Lakes Outpost, headquartered in Grandville, is opening a new location in Belmont at Cannonsburg Ski Area on Friday, May 31. Before the big opening, the outpost is inviting the public to bring their used summer sports gear in to sell on consignment.
$318M incentive plan for high-rise towers, downtown venues OK’d by Grand Rapids board
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Grand Rapids City Commission has approved a $318 million incentive package for Acrisure Amphitheater, a proposed downtown soccer stadium, and two high-rise towers adjacent to the venues containing an estimated 735 apartments, retail and office space, and parking. The incentives, known as a Transformational...
Cleanup on West River Drive to take several hours after truck overturns
COMSTOCK PARK, Mich. — A portion of West River Drive is closed for cleanup after a dump trailer overturned Friday morning. The crash happened around 8 a.m., authorities say. A commercial double dump trailer that was carrying a full load overturned on West River Drive near Ball Park Drive.
Teacher of the Week could have retired years ago but loves her students
RAVENNA, Mich. — Our newest Teacher of the Week could have retired years ago but says she’s sticking around because of her love for the students. Tammi Kantola teaches at Ravenna Middle School. After the surprise she said, “I was shocked, actually, because I was down in the...
10 most expensive homes sold in Kent County, May 13-19
A condo in Grand Rapids that sold for $1.1 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Kent County in the past week. In total, 120 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $334,628. The average price per square foot ended up at $222.
New South Division retail and coffee shop to showcase refugee cultures
Treetops Collective is moving closer to opening its South Division Street retail space and coffee shop, where the organization will showcase the work of New American refugees while connecting them with the West Michigan community. The 2,500-square-foot gift shop and coffee shop is part of a community center project that...
Kent Co. sees decrease in drug overdose deaths
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — Nationally, drug overdose deaths trended down for 2023 for the first time in five years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 3,500 fewer people died from drug overdoses in 2023 than in 2022. Still, more than 107,000 people died of...
Gas prices jump ahead of Memorial Day weekend
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Drivers not only have to contend with traffic and construction this Memorial Day weekend. Gas prices are also rising around West Michigan. Right now, gas prices in Kent County are around $3.70 per gallon. Prices in Muskegon County are about two cents lower, and in Ottawa County it's about 10 cents lower.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.