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Merchants and Makers kick off annual Holiday Market in Grand Rapids

Halloween has officially come and gone, with local merchants and makers kicking off the holiday season Sunday at the Holiday Market at Fulton Street Market.

Grand Rapids, MI · 7d

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A Reimagined Culinary Experience Awaits at the 2026 Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival

Exciting changes are on the menu at the 2026 Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival, November 20-21 at DeVos Place. A full palate of food and beverage selections will be spread out inside Exhibit Halls A & B, creating a lively epicurean setting in which to sample at a casual pace.

Grand Rapids, MI · 6d

97.9 WGRD

Sick Raccoons Are Raising Red Flags Across Grand Rapids

One sick raccoon turned into a much bigger concern for Grand Rapids wildlife rescuers. Now multiple animals may have been exposed to poison.

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Corewell neurologist talks Lewy body dementia after death of Patrick Stewart

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Following actor Patrick Stewart’s death Wednesday from Lewy body dementia, News 8 spoke with a local neurologist to learn more about the disease. Lewy body dementia, caused by protein deposits that build up in the brain, has distinct differences from other dementia-causing diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, Corewell Health Division Chief […]

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West Michigan nonprofit in finals for national TikTok contest

A West Michigan nonprofit benefitting shelter animals, the Harbor Humane Society, is in the running for thousands of dollars in grant money through an online TikTok contest.

Olive Township, MI · 6d

MLive

That ’70s vibe: Retro Grand Rapids eatery serves up nostalgia, Spam optional

The Commons blends retro decor with nostalgic dishes, evolving its menu and interior over time to reflect the experiences its neighborhood community craved.

WOOD TV8

Christmas music arrives on Star 105.7

It’s officially the holiday season on West Michigan’s Star 105.7.

Grand Rapids, MI · 7d

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Treat Yourself To The Best Meals In Michigan At These 7 Incredible Small Town Restaurants

Looking for the best meals in Michigan without leaving small town charm behind?. These 7 incredible restaurants serve unforgettable dishes and warm hospitality you won’t soon forget. 1. The Southerner (Saugatuck) The Southerner delivers Southern comfort food to the lakeside community of Saugatuck. Its sunny yellow building catches your...

Michigan · 15d

1077 WRKR

West Michigan's Christmas Market Brings Europe to Michigan

Is Grand Rapids Christkindl Markt worth the drive? Here's what to know about the food, drinks, shopping, parking, and hours.

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Retired Grand Rapids firefighter steps down after 17 years volunteering at public museum

“After being at the fire department, I found out that they had the firehouse here and they had volunteers, so I immediately volunteered to come down here.”. Chances are if you’ve visited the Streets of Old Grand Rapids exhibit at the city’s public museum, you’ve seen Dave Tiesma. The 37-year veteran of the Grand Rapids Fire Department has been bringing the city’s firefighting history to life for visitors for the past 17 years.

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L7, The Story So Far, Blue October and Halloween hoopla: Concert Photo Recaps

L7’s West Michigan tour stop was just part of the wide-ranging, musical revelry that accompanied the holiday weekend. Browse all of the photos at Local Spins. Los Angeles punk/grunge band L7 may have boasted the perfect set list for Halloween week with titles such as “Monster,” “Deathwish” and “Bad Things” when it lit up The Big Room in Grand Rapids on Friday as part of their “Last Hurrah” tour.

Grand Rapids, MI · 7d

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This Adults-Only Michigan Lakeside Hotel Is Made For Peaceful Couples Getaways

Every single room at this hotel has one king bed, a fireplace, and a hydrotherapy tub. No kids, no pets, and no plans required. That is the whole point. The building dates back to 1865. It once worked as an ice house, a tannery, and a boat-building factory. Local legend even links it to members of Al Capone’s gang during Prohibition.

Saugatuck, MI · 10d

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This Michigan All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Has More Than 200 Dishes, Sushi And Hibachi

More than 200 different items wait on one buffet. That number alone made me sit up a little straighter. The spread covers Chinese, Japanese, and American food in one giant room. There’s a sushi bar, a hibachi grill, crab legs, crawfish, and dim sum. Arriving with just one plate in mind seems almost impossible.

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This Grand Haven Restaurant’s 6 Lb. ‘Super Burrito’ Challenge Is Harrowing

Nothing beats a good food challenge. Man v. Food built an entire television show around it, and Joey Chestnut has been the face of competitive eating for years. Plenty of us daredevils take on a food challenge for the love of the game. Whether it's a Hot Ones-style heat challenge, time-based, or, like this insane challenge in Grand Haven, it's all about conquering an unbelievable mass of food.

Grand Haven, MI · 12d

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Months after her heart stopped, West Michigan woman fulfills 50-year-old dream of skydiving

Gloria Lawless had a goal for her recovery from open heart surgery: She was going skydiving to celebrate her 70th birthday.

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‘Top of their craft’ circus performs in Grand Rapids

Trick-or-treaters won't be the only people in costume in Grand Rapids this weekend. The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus has been touring for more than 100 years, and performers kicked off Grand Rapids' weekend-long festivities Thursday night.

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Paris Baguette Plants $2M Cafe in Old Rite Aid Near Breton Village

Grand Rapids is about to get its first taste of Paris Baguette, with the global bakery chain planning a $2 million cafe near Breton Village. The new location is set for Burton Street, inside a former Rite Aid pharmacy that once anchored the busy corner of Burton and Breton roads.