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John Ball Zoo announces new CEO

Following a monthslong search, John Ball Zoo has chosen its next CEO.

Grand Rapids, MI · 15d

WOOD TV8

Raising Cane’s opens in Grandville: ‘A long time in the making’

Raising Cane's officially opened its restaurant in Grandville Thursday morning, marking the company's eighth location in Michigan.

Grandville, MI · 16d

WOOD TV8

Meritage looks to sell 42 Wendy’s locations in the South

Meritage Hospitality Group is asking for the court's approval to sell 42 Wendy's restaurants, most of which are in the South, as it looks to reorganize.

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This West Michigan Farm Lets Kids Hold Baby Chicks and Bunnies

At this West Michigan farm, kids can meet hundreds of animals, get close to baby chicks and rabbits, and learn what life on a real farm looks like. Michigan Farmstead in Zeeland, formerly known as Critter Barn, is a 36-acre nonprofit educational farm just outside Holland. Goats, sheep, pigs, cows, and other barnyard animals are part of the experience, with hands-on activities that make the visit especially appealing to younger children.

Zeeland, MI · 15d

familyvacationsus.com

Spend One Afternoon At This Grand Rapids Garden And You’ll Understand The Hype

A 24-foot bronze horse stands on the lawn here. It towers over visitors like it wandered in from a myth and decided to stay. That horse shares the grounds with works by Rodin, Ai Weiwei, and Louise Bourgeois. USA Today readers have named this spot the best sculpture park in America three years running.

Grand Rapids, MI · 14d

hastingsreminder.com

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GR Symphony to perform ‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ in Hastings

The Hastings Performing Arts Center (HPAC) and the Thornapple Arts Council are excited to announce the Grand Rapids Symphony’s presentation of Disney Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas” in concert live-to-film at 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, at HPAC. The performance will feature a screening of...

Grand Rapids, MI · 14d

100.7 WITL

The List of Closed Michigan Wendy’s Keeps Growing

A Michigan company has closed 33 Wendy’s since filing for bankruptcy. Several are here at home and more shutdowns could continue into November.

Michigan · 18d

97.9 WGRD

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Grandville’s Raising Cane’s Opens Thursday, and Police Have a Warning

The new Raising Cane’s in Grandville opens Thursday, and police are already bracing for the rush. Here’s exactly how they want you to get in and out.

Grandville, MI · 17d

The Holland Sentinel

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Vee's Grill allowed to reopen after temporary closure in Zeeland

Each week, the Ottawa County Department of Public Health releases a round-up of recent safety inspections at restaurants, schools and other facilities. Adhering to proper safety practices is critical to preventing foodborne illness and promoting public health. The Sentinel publishes regular reports on “priority” violations — ones that could directly lead to contamination of food or increase the risk of transmitting a foodborne illness, as well as corrective measures taken. The Sentinel also reports on “priority foundation” violations — ones that could lead to a priority violation. The health department notes “core” violations, but The Sentinel only reports on those if there’s a significant accumulation at a single eatery or the inspection noted more serious violations. All reports are available at miottawa.org/health/environmental/food-services . Allendale Middle School Outside Concessions 7161 Pleasant View Court Corrections: There are now quaternary ammonia sanitizer test strips available The spray arm of the three-compartment sink has been raised above the flood rim Biggby Coffee 4461 Eighth Ave. in Grandville Priority Foundation: A staff member washed their hands in a dump sink. To correct, they were stopped and made to use the handwashing sink. The Borough 10327 42nd Ave. in Allendale Priority: The dishwashers were producing sanitizer

Zeeland, MI · 17d

WOOD TV8

Friends opening ‘old-school’ deli near Grand Rapids

An "old-school" deli is opening its doors next month along Alpine Avenue, with a focus on classic, high-quality ingredients.

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A spooky shopping event at Myrtle Mae’s Chic Boutique

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – With Halloween less than 10 days away, you may be in need of a last-minute costume piece or Halloween party outfit. Myrtle Mae’s Chic Boutique is holding its Ladies Shopping Event. Stop by to enjoy magical deals on fall clothing and jewelry, a refreshment bar, receive a witch’s hat, and so much more.

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Amazing America: Grand Rapids African American Museum & Archives features Black history

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Until about 11 years ago, Grand Rapids did not have an African American history museum. That was until George Bayard, who ran a small gallery with which he would travel, decided to change that. He would then open the Grand Rapids African American Museum &...

Grand Rapids, MI · 15d

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Inside Look at Senior Zozz Chalupa’s Life in Theater

The curtains just rolled in another fall play at Spring Lake High School, and for many of the cast and crew, it was their last show. Senior Zozz Chalupa talked to the Laker Anchor about her years of theater, Irish dancing, and further plans for after high school. Zozz, being...

Spring Lake, MI · 15d

NPR

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Sentenced to death at 17, at 68, quilt artist receives solo museum exhibition

Imagine living all of your adult life behind bars for a murder you didn't commit and being released at 58. You're also a fabric artist, and the Smithsonian has acquired one of your quilts. That's the story of Gary Tyler, and now, the artist has his first solo exhibit. At...

Grand Rapids, MI · 17d

1240 The Ticket

The List of Closed Michigan Wendy’s Keeps Growing

A Michigan company has closed 33 Wendy’s since filing for bankruptcy. Several are here at home and more shutdowns could continue into November.

Michigan · 18d

localspins.com

partner publisher · 3.8K followers

Houston’s Blue October: The 20th anniversary ‘Foiled’ tour & the alt-rockers’ Michigan link

Blue October bassist Matt Noveskey is a Michigan native with ties to his home state where the chart-topping band stops this month in Grand Rapids and Detroit. Writer Brian Shovelton’s interview with Noveskey. SCROLL DOWN FOR NEW MUSIC VIDEOS FROM ‘FOILED’. Formed in 1995 and led by singer-songwriter...

Grand Rapids, MI · 15d

Mass Market Retailers

Meijer debuts Sage & Sky athleisure brand for juniors

New line brings trend-forward basics to one of apparel's fastest-growing categories, with prices starting at $14