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How are your allergies doing this season? I don't know about you, but I'm miserable. From the tufts of cottonwood flying through the air, to the layer of pollen that's coating every car, it seems spring allergy season has hit West Michigan residents especially hard this year. Want to know...

When Can We Expect Allergy Season to End Here in West Michigan?

I grew up in Howell which is about 40 miles East of Grand Rapids. For whatever reason my parents never took me West of Lansing to the awesome city of Grand Rapids. When I moved here in 2007 it was for my first full-time radio gig. I was blown away...

10 Reasons Not To Move To Grand Rapids

Summer goes by way too fast when you live in Michigan. That's why you have to squeeze out every moment of sunshine we get. One of the best things to do is enjoy the awesome pools and splash pads that the city of Grand Rapids offers for residents and non-residents.

Here’s When Grand Rapids Pools And Splash Pads Open For Summer 2023

With summertime comes the best parts of the season...S'MORES!. With s'mores, you obviously have to have a little bonfire or campfire!. However, because of all of the Clean Action Days, you may not have that option as of right now. Is it considered illegal to burn things in your campfire?

Did You Know It’s Illegal To Burn Trash In A Michigan Bonfire?

A couple of weeks ago, I noticed a particular-looking rabbit outside of my office window. After doing some research, I learned that this rabbit was a domestic breed meant to be a pet. So, I wrote an article asking if anyone had lost a pet rabbit. He was gorgeous and...

Did You Know That There’s a Rescue Just for Rabbits in Kalamazoo?

Battle Creek, MI

Jeff Titus from Battle Creek officially had charges dropped after spending 21 years in prison for the fatal shooting of two Michigan hunters in 1990. Titus, 71, was released from prison in February. Kalamazoo County prosecutor Jeff Getting has since reviewed the case to determine that a second trial for Titus will not be necessary.

Charges Dropped Against Battle Creek Man After 21 Years in Prison

Many consider the kickoff to summer in Grand Rapids the weekend of Festival of the Arts. This year is the 54th year of Festival of The Art and If you're new to Grand Rapids or just don't the history of Festival here is what you need to know. The History...

Festival of the Arts 2023 Returns To Grand Rapids This Weekend

East Grand Rapids, MI

Yes it's the end of may, and generally we're free of any snow or bad weather this late into the spring here in West Michigan. But a lot of 'White Stuff' came falling from the sky yesterday (Tuesday, May 30th) that left residents of East GR wondering if it was actually 80 degrees outside.

Did You See the ‘Blizzard’ that Hit East Grand Rapids This Week?

Grand Rapids Police are asking for help finding a missing man. Johnny Bolden, a Grand Rapids resident who may be experiencing issues with dementia, was last seen near Rockford at approximately 7:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 30, 2023. Mr. Bolden drives a 2008 Cadillac Seville with cracks in the windshield, license...

Grand Rapids Police Search for Missing Man

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South Haven, MI

Summer vacation season will traditionally have you packing your bags and heading off for an overnight or week-long stay at a resort, hotel, or campground of your choice. This year why not step outside of the box and try a little more unique for your accommodations?. Aqua Vista is a...

Unique Floating South Haven Cottage is the Perfect Summer Rental

The Upheaval Festival returns to Grand Rapids for its 3rd installment and 979 GRD has two ways you can win tickets. Upheaval is back at Belknap Park in Grand Rapids on Friday, July 14, and on Saturday, July 15. If you want to know what Upheaval is like watch the video below from last year.

Two Ways to Win Tickets To The Upheaval Festival From GRD

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Weather Page Is Saying Kalamazoo Is In threat of Tornado On Friday, March 31st

Why can't we just have one week to start the year where the weather isn't acting like the Tasmanian Devil? There's a group on Facebook called...

Weather Page Is Saying Kalamazoo Is In threat of Tornado On Friday, March 31st

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