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Ottawa County Public Health worker braves rollover crash to rescue trapped driver

OTTAWA COUNTY — What began as a routine drive back from a field inspection turned into a life-saving mission for Ottawa County Department of Public Health employee Curtis Critchlow, whose swift action following a rollover crash has earned him top honors for county customer service. Critchlow was en route...

Ottawa County, MI · 21h

WWMT

Large boat detaches from towing vehicle on US-31 in Ferrysburg Twp, one lane open

FERRYSBURG, Mich. — A portion of northbound US-31 in Ferrysburg Township is down to one lane Friday afternoon after a large boat detached from the vehicle it was being towed by and crashed, according to the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. The disconnection happened near the VanWagoner Road exit just...

Ferrysburg, MI · 1d

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Ottawa County Farmland Fight Heads to Vote on 100 MW Battery Plant

Blendon Township’s planning commission is likely to vote Nov. 18 on Key Capture Energy’s proposal for a 100-megawatt battery storage plant on 14 acres of rural Ottawa County land beside an electrical substation off 88th Avenue near Polk Street. The proposal has drawn concern from nearby residents about fire, noise and the effects of locating the facility near prime farmland, while supporters point to its potential role in grid reliability.

Ottawa County, MI · 3h

WWMT

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Deputy, K-9 injured after crash while responding to call in Ottawa County

ZEELAND TOWNSHIP, Mich. — An Ottawa County sheriff’s deputy and his K-9 partner were injured after a single-vehicle crash early Friday in Zeeland Township. The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office (OSCSO) said the crash happened shortly after 4 a.m. in the area of Chicago Drive near Byron Road.

Ottawa County, MI · 2d

97.9 WGRD

New 'Old School' Deli Opens Up on Alpine Ave. in Grand Rapids

Dang Nice Deli is officially open at 2103 Alpine Ave. in Grand Rapids, serving up retro vibes, local breads, and signature subs in a familiar local spot.

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8 Of The Best Barbecue Spots In And Around Grand Rapids, Michigan Locals Keep Recommending

A former A&W stand now serves smoked brisket and burnt ends in Grand Rapids, and honestly, that alone had me. A fast-food stand turned smokehouse? I was already sold on that detail. And apparently, there’s more to appreciate. One barbecue spot nearby makes over 60 homemade sausage recipes. Its...

Grand Rapids, MI · 1d

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This West Michigan Truck Stop Diner Piles Plates High With Breakfast And Giant Cinnamon Rolls

The best diner in this corner of Michigan has no front door of its own. You reach your booth by walking through a gas station, and somehow that only makes the cinnamon roll taste like a bigger reward. And I’ve got a perfect example of why that matters. This place...

Byron Center, MI · 1d

WOOD TV8

Man brought to Grand Rapids hospital with gunshot wound overnight

A man arrived at a Grand Rapids hospital just before midnight Saturday with a gunshot wound, police said.

Grand Rapids, MI · 9h

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GVSU unveils degrees to blend technology across disciplines

DETROIT — As artificial intelligence and rapid technological shifts reshape the modern workforce, higher education is scrambling to adapt. On Friday, Oct. 23, Grand Valley State University made a major move to bridge the gap between technical fluency and specialized domain expertise, unveiling a cross-disciplinary push designed for the modern economy.

Allendale, MI · 1d

103.3 WKFR

150-year-old Grand Rapids Church May Face The Wrecking Ball

A 150-year-old West Side church may face the wrecking ball. St. James Catholic Church on Bridge Street could become housing, and neighbors get a say Nov. 12.

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Pilot program in West Michigan counties hopes to simplify legal process in domestic cases

A new pilot program approved by the Michigan Supreme Court is changing how domestic-related cases are handled. Kent County is one of the four counties trying the new program that looks to simplify the legal process.

Kent County, MI · 1d

The Detroit News

Kings of Leon to play pair of Michigan shows on 'O My Beloved' tour

Veteran Southern rockers Kings of Leon have announced a pair of Michigan concerts on their upcoming tour behind their new album, "O My Beloved." The band will perform at Pine Knob on May 23 and at Grand Rapids' Acrisure Amphitheater on May 18. Tickets for both shows go on sale at 9 a.m. Nov. 13 via Ticketmaster. Presales start at 9 a.m. Nov. 9. The concerts are a part of the band's 30-date 2027 North American tour, which launches May 8 in Bristow, Va., and wraps Oct. 15 in New York City. Band of Horses will open both Michigan shows. "O My Beloved" is Kings of Leon's 10th album, and it follows 2024's "Can We Please Have Fun." The band's last Metro Detroit concert was in August 2021 at Pine Knob. agraham@detroitnews.com This article originally appeared on The Detroit News: Kings of Leon to play pair of Michigan shows on 'O My Beloved' tour

Michigan · 2d

The Holland Sentinel

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GVSU's Kellen Reed gives masterful final performance at Lubbers Stadium in win over Northern

ALLENDALE - Kellen Reed is a showman. The Grand Valley State wide receiver seems to have more fun with his touchdown celebrations than he does actually scoring the ball. Reed caught three first-half touchdown passes on Saturday afternoon as GVSU crushed Northern Michigan University 61-14 in front of 9,122 fans at Lubbers Stadium. “He comes up with new celebrations every week,” quarterback Andrew Schuster said. “He scores a lot of touchdowns, so that was a lot of fun to see him celebrate like that.” More: GVSU football snaps three-game skid with big road win over Roosevelt Reed, a 5-foot-10 senior from Holt, Mich., caught a 10-yard touchdown in the first quarter and did a backflip in the end zone and finished with a Spiderman pose. Then in the second quarter, his 19-yard score carried his momentum toward the goal post. So he jumped on the post and gave it a bearhug. “That dude is a player,” backup quarterback Zak Olejniczak said. “And there’s going to be NFL scouts coming to look for him, I can promise you that.” Reed now has 78 catches for 1,242 yards and 22 touchdowns. He now leads the nation in all three of those categories

Allendale, MI · 20h

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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Knapp Street neighbors want slower speeds; road commission says no for now

Grand Rapids neighbors on Knapp Street have signed a petition to slow traffic in order to increase safety. However, the Kent County Road Commission says any changes could actually make things worse.

Kent County, MI · 1d

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Peter Boogaart: Reflections on Ottawa County land use

"I encourage the commissioners, as interveners before the MPSC, to support construction of the solar project, insist that local questions are answered, demand full transparency and ask that the MPSC direct the parties to engage in mutually beneficial negotiations," columnist Peter Boogaart writes. EDITOR'S NOTE: The views and opinions expressed...

Ottawa County, MI · 2d

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I-96 lanes reopen between Grand Rapids and Lansing

The Michigan Department of Transportation reopened all I-96 lanes and ramps between Bliss Road and Sunfield Highway Friday.

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Deputy, K-9 to be OK after crash in Zeeland area

An Ottawa County sheriff's deputy and dog were injured in a crash Friday morning, but are expected to be OK.

Zeeland, MI · 2d

WOOD TV8

List: Free Thanksgiving 2026 meals in West Michigan

Several organizations and restaurants are offering free Thanksgiving meals to their communities across West Michigan.

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Historic Grand Rapids church to be demolished under proposed westside housing plan

Founded by Irish immigrants in 1870, Saint James Catholic Church on Bridge Street held its last mass in 2022. It closed due to declining attendance, priest shortages and mounting repair costs. Now, The Diocese of Grand Rapids has agreed to sell the vacant property to investment firm Beckett Industries. “They've...

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MLive

Grand Rapids Catholic Central football playoffs in jeopardy

GRAND RAPIDS, MI - A judge will issue a ruling Monday, Nov. 9, that could end or extend the Grand Rapids Catholic Central football team’s quest for a state championship. Noah Zainea, a football player, won a temporary restraining order last week after the Michigan High School Athletic Association disqualified the Cougars for allegedly using an ineligible player during the regular season.