A look at Ginger Zee’s new book “A Little Closer to Home”

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich (WOOD) For many of us, we go to the lakeshore to vacation or for a weekend getaway, but how easy, and tempting, would it be to make the lakeshore your permanent home? That’s something to think about and with the Sandi Gentry Team finding the perfect home can be easier than you think! Rachael got the chance to visit her newly renovated office in Grand Haven and hear how they help their clients find the home of their dreams!

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Michael Levitt and Jennifer Schulz have teamed up to create a new competition-based series that may steal America’s hearts. “The American Rescue Dog Show” is a two-hour special highlighting rescued companions from all over the country who will compete in seven categories: “Best in Underbite, Best in Snoring, Best in Belly Rubs, and more,” ABC reveals.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- A new show is coming to ABC, and its lead is no stranger to the television and entertainment world! Martha Stewart is hosting the ultimate shopping experience during a new series called “The Great American Tag Sale with Martha Stewart,” premiering at 8 pm on Wednesday, May 25, on My ABC 4 West Michigan!

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Knowing when it’s time for assisted living or memory care can be challenging. At Clark, our Senior Living Advisors guide loved ones with expertise and compassion to help them make informed choices. While it might not feel like it when you are going through it, you are doing what needs to be done so your loved one can thrive again. We consider this a great act of love!

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Looking for excellent food and excellent beach views? Noto’s at the Bilmar is the perfect place to visit in grand haven for both. Noto’s is a family/independent restaurant that has two locations. In addition to their Grand Haven location, they also have the Original Noto’s on 28th Street. They offer event options at both locations, so it’s perfect for whatever kind of gathering you have planned! They join us today as part of Destin8tion West!

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — This week’s featured adoptable pets from the Kent County Animal Shelter are a dog who we’ve introduced you to before and a puppy we’re meeting for the first time. Martin is a 5-year-old American Staffordshire terrier who has been featured as...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Knapp Orthodontics is an orthodontics specialty office that treats patients of all ages, and for one pair of patients, getting to go through the process together was pretty special. Today we have doctor kevin knapp and the father-daughter team of Joel and Harper. Knapp...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – With so much dark and violent news constantly occurring, we have to think especially about how that affects our kids. We often want to shield them from these topics but that may not actually benefit them in the long run. They may have questions they’re too afraid to ask or they may not know how to express their emotions and fears in a healthy way. It may be hard to talk to young children about such heavy topics but experts are saying that talking to them actually is far less dangerous than not saying anything at all. We talk to Jean Holthaus, LISW, LMSW at Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services about how and when to have these conversations with your kids.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – It’s Friday, but not just any Friday! It’s the unofficial welcome into summer and that means great grilling and great drinks! Today we have Alan from Kingma’s Market along with Michael from Creston Brewery – Saugatuck Brewing Company. The two businesses are teaming up to introduce a specialty bratwurst made with Inner Planetary Beer from Creston. The brat is sold at Kingma’s and served up at the brewery.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Last year during ArtPrize we featured a special art creation outside several buildings in downtown Grand Rapids called “My Dearest Friends Project” created by artist Oaklee Thiele and the organization DisArt. Over the past year, they have now teamed up with a senior student from Forest Hills Northern, on a venture focused on the stories of disabled teenagers and high school students as well as the experience of mental illness in our schools.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – It’s the weekend and that means it is time for family fun! There are so many great activities going on this weekend from city to lakeshore that every age can take part in! Looking to stay inside? Check out the newly re-opened Spillman Carousel at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. If your family is full of thrill-seekers, check out the rides at Michigan’s Adventure. Sports fans? All of the West Michigan Whitecaps games are at home this weekend. We also have a list of all the Memorial Day weekend events taking place!

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD)-FireKeepers Casino Hotel, a company and workforce that prides itself on over a decade of community service throughout southwest Michigan, is taking their community involvement a step further and rolling out a new program for Team Members. Community Keepers is a workplace philanthropy program designed to make it easier for Team Members to contribute time and/or give financially to charitable efforts on a local, regional or national scale.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – Pretend it’s a hot summer day and you’re on your way to the beach in Grand Haven, the only thing that could make it better is getting some cold ice cream!. Kelly joins us today from Sweet Temptations to talk about your...

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Calling all amusement park lovers! Michigan’s Adventure, the region’s largest amusement park, begins its 2022 season for Memorial Day weekend!. According to Michigan’s Adventure staff, opening weekend kicks off Friday, May 27-30, and The Wildwater Adventure opens on June 11. The 2022 season features a variety of improvements and upgrades “filled with family fun and adventure.”

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) Summer is here and we’re all going to be spending more time outside. It’s a good reminder to keep an eye on our skin and take precautions to prevent skin cancer. Today we’re learning from from Dr. Paul Wright of Spectrum Health. Skin...

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – There are still tickets to see comedy legends Steve Martin and Martin Short at Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort. The dynamic duo are coming to the Entertainment Hall this Friday at 8pm! Also coming to the Entertainment Hall is Bill Maher, live on stage on June 18th. Just added to the long lineup of summer fun in the sun – it’s Beer, Brats and Burgers on Saturday, July 16th and they’ve got some great entertainment lined up too – Grand Funk Railroad and Jefferson Starship.

GRAND HAVEN, Mich. (WOOD) — Timing is everything. The weather pattern hasn’t been that great lately, with measurable rain seven of the past 10 days, but for you beach and boat lovers, we’ll enjoy a big improvement in the forecast this weekend. If you’re holiday begins today...