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Dining in the Dark with Chef Jack Page
Chef Jack Page has spent more than 40 years in the kitchen, building a career rooted in community, creativity, and craft. His culinary journey began at Breneman’s and the first Domino’s Pizza in Muskegon. From there, he apprenticed for three years at the Hilton Hotel restaurant, sharpening his skills and learning the discipline of fine dining.
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Phabies, May Erlewine, Westside, Low Phase, Chloe Kimes snag big wins at Jammie Awards
Established and emerging Michigan artists alike took home wins for the best Michigan music of 2025 at Friday’s Jammie Awards, held at Grand Rapids’ jam-packed Intersection. View the winners’ list, photos. SCROLL DOWN TO VIEW THE WINNERS’ LIST AND PHOTOS. Much-beloved northern Michigan singer-songwriter May Erlewine...
The Grand Rapids Press
West Michigan Pickle Palooza festival sells out in hours due to ‘overwhelming demand’
GRAND RAPIDS, MI - The inaugural Pickle Palooza Food and Drink Fest, coming to Grand Rapids on May 2, has officially sold out. All 3,000 available tickets were claimed within three hours of going on sale to patrons who signed up for the event priority list this morning. Hosted by...
Times-Union Newspaper
Painting By Local Artist Juried At Showcase In Michigan
Local artist Steve Creighton has been notified by the American Impressionist Society that his painting, “Floral with Foley Vase,” has been juried into their organization’s national 10th annual Impressions: Small Works Showcase to be held at the J. Petter Galleries in Douglas, Mich. The exhibition will take...
13 ON YOUR SIDE
Behind the scenes of Dancing with the Local Stars Muskegon
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — We are about a week out from Dancing with the Local Stars 2026 in Muskegon. 13 ON YOUR SIDE Morning Anchor Tanner Holbrook and Meteorologist Kolton Woods are working hard with their team as they prepare to dance in this year's show. They are a...
Broadway World
Grand Rapids Civic Theatre To Announce Centennial Season At Public Event
Grand Rapids Civic Theatre will announce its Centennial Season at a public event on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Founded in 1926, Grand Rapids Civic Theatre and School of Theatre Arts is among the oldest and largest community theatres in the country. The organization serves more than 1,800 students and works with approximately 600 volunteers annually. During the current season alone, nearly 20,000 patrons attended the holiday production of Disney’s Frozen.
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The Mouth-Watering Perch At This Charming Restaurant Is Worth The Drive From Anywhere In Michigan
Sometimes the best meals in Michigan are hiding in plain sight, and Bear Lake Tavern in Muskegon has been serving up legendary perch since folks were still figuring out how to use their Model T’s. This lakeside gem proves that when it comes to fresh fish, location isn’t just...
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Grand Rapids Film Society Filmmaker spotlight: DeDe Drake
A Q&A between the Grand Rapids Film Society and filmmaker DeDe Drake. DeDe Drake, an independent filmmaker, won the most recent audience vote at Open Project Night. Drake sat down with the Grand Rapids Film Society for a Q&A on filmmaking and to speak about her most recent film, "I'm Not Here."
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12 Sample Scrumptious Dishes At The Best Local Restaurants In Holland, Michigan
Look, I’ve traveled the lower forty-eight, but nothing compares to the soul of a Michigan lake town, and downtown Holland is the crown jewel of that “Best State” energy. There’s a specific, intoxicating magic in the air here, a mix of crisp Lake Michigan breezes and the comforting, golden aroma of buttered toast from a dozen different griddles.
MLive
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers expanding to Kalamazoo
KALAMAZOO, MI — Construction is expected to begin soon on Kalamazoo’s first Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers. The fast food restaurant will occupy the former home of Fazoli’s, 4615 W. Main St., and become Michigan’s first Freddy’s location outside of Grand Rapids. Fazoli’s closed...
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Fish fry season is back in West Michigan
With Lent beginning on February 18, churches and community groups across West Michigan are rolling out their annual lineup of fish fries and meatless meals. According to WOOD TV, here is a list of places in Grand Rapids starting Friday:. Casino Club of Grand Rapids | Fridays through April 3...
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Meet two of the artists performing at Guiding Light Live!
Guiding Light Works is preparing for their annual "Guiding Light Live" concert event, where all proceeds benefit the organization's addiction and recovery programs for West Michigan men and women. The concert is an acoustic performance series from Glen Phillips, Ralson Bowles, Michael Crittenden, and Louise Coombe. The event will also...
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Gun Lake Winterfest 2026: A Celebration of Community and Winter Fun This Weekend
Gun Lake Winterfest is thrilled to announce its annual winter celebration, set to take place this Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Gun Lake County Park. This year's festival promises a day filled with exciting activities, local flavors, and community spirit. Event Highlights:. • Russo’s Winterfest Idol: Local talents have been...