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All Aboard! Stay Overnight in This Restored Michigan Train Station Airbnb
Chalk this one up to someone who understands the significance of historical places and the creativity and skill to renovate them into something pretty spectacular. An 1871 Michigan train depot has a new lease on life in the form of a cool Airbnb and it's everything you thought it would be and more.
Should West Michigan Snow Plows Have A Residential Curfew?
Snow is an undeniable part of living in Michigan. Every winter we see feet upon feet of the white stuff, and for the most part we are able to just go about our days despite it, unlike our southern counterparts. And that's all thanks to the fantastic work of our...
7 of The Worst Potholes in Grand Rapids, According To Reddit
They are the worst inconvenience ever. It is such an inconvenience that this guy was able to play golf in the potholes on his road. Potholes, while some are small, can do major damage to your vehicle. The fact that there are so many within Grand Rapids city limits is...
Grand Rapids Needs These Popular Restaurants And Businesses in 2023
I grew up in Howell and moved to Grand Rapids when I was 21 and got my first full-time radio gig. When I arrived I was blown away by how much there was to do in a city the size of Grand Rapids compared to my small hometown. Working in...
Win the Badflower VIP Experience for Their Show in Grand Rapids
97.9 GRD presents Badflower at The Intersection on Friday, March 3, 2023. Tickets are on sale now at can be purchased here. Listen to Janna and Tommy on weekdays in February for your chance to win tickets!. To win the Badflower VIP experience, sign up in the form below (only...
Buddy’s Pizza Opening Second Location in the Grand Rapids Area
It was 75 years ago that we were introduced to a new style of pizza -- Detroit Style Pizza. And it all began in the motor city at Buddy's Rendezvous Pizzeria on Six Mile and Conant Street on Detroit's eastside. Soon Buddy's Pizza will be opening up a second Grand Rapids area location -- in Walker!
There’s Only One Wahlburgers Left in Michigan and It’s in Grand Rapids
Michigan's last remaining Walhburgers restaurant is in Grand Rapids. I remember being so pumped to learn that downtown GR would be getting its own burger joint started by actors Mark and Donnie Wahlberg and their brother, chef Paul Wahlberg!. That said, I still have not seen one Wahlberg on the...
Young Benton Harbor Man’s Dark Sense of Humor Goes TikTok Viral
Jokes about his job, racism, and kidnapping aren't for everyone, but they're pulling in millions of views for this Benton Harbor man. Lamar currently has 76.1 thousand followers and 1.7 million total video likes on his TikTok channel @mmartymar_. You'll see everything from smooth skate dancing moves to dark and hilarious comedy videos on Lamar's TikTok channel. Let's check out the most viewed videos on his channel so far.
5 Michigan-Themed Valentine’s Day Gifts That Will Make You Swoon-Worthy
Valentine's Day is right around the corner. You are probably stressing out over what to buy for your significant other or any loved ones. Here are a few Michigan-themed Valentine's Day gifts to help you start your gift shopping. Simple Yet Effective. Flowers can be given on any day of...
Several Chances to Take a Trip Back to the 1980s this Weekend
If you want to go back and relive the '80s, you will have several options this upcoming weekend... Several of the big news stories from the 1980s were the election of Ronald Reagan as our President, The big wedding of Lady Diana Spencer and Charles the Prince of Wales, Time Magazine named "The Computer" as the Man of the Year, Microsoft released their "Word" processing system, Coca-Cola introduced us to "New Coke", "The Simpsons" made their TV debut, and the Berlin Wall was torn down.

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