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FBI investigation into Michigan massage parlors reveals Flint Township connection

Flint, MI · 8h

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Focus West Michigan 11-9-26: Anna's House Lawsuit

Grand Rapids-based Anna's House restaurants face a federal class action lawsuit from former employees claiming wage theft, developers of a Wyoming apartment complex want to shift its occupancy model from for-rent to for-sale, the Salvation Army in Kent County is starting its annual Christmas Campaign this week, Law Enforcement Torch Run leaders gathered in Grand Rapids to think of ways to improve the event, the newborn found dead at the Electric Forest Music Festival has been laid to rest.

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d
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FOX 17 News West Michigan

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Where veterans can eat for free in Kent County on Veterans Day

Veterans Day is on Wednesday and there are more deals and discounts available to veterans in Kent County than there are stars and stripes on the flag, including free meals at local restaurants.

Kent County, MI · 3d

The Holland Sentinel

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Lakeshore businesses want to grow, but need more employees

During an annual survey from Lakeshore Advantage , business executives indicated improved sales numbers but a continued lack of necessary workforce in Ottawa and Allegan Counties. The economic development agency interviewed 140 executives representing the region's primary employers (which total close to 700). The main takeaways from this year's report included: Higher-than-average household incomes: The median household income is $90,502 in Ottawa County and $83,283 in Allegan County, both higher than the state median of $72,875 and national median of $80,734. Growth for employment and GDP: The five-year employment growth rate for the lakeshore region (8.9%) outpaces the state (7.3%), although the national level remains slightly higher at 9.4%. The region’s five-year GDP growth of 15.8% also outpaces the state level of 14% but is lower than the national level of 18.5%. Improved sales numbers: In total, 56.8% of companies surveyed reported an increase in sales, up from 48.5% in 2025. Of the remaining companies, 37.4% said sales remained stable and only 5.8% reported decreasing sales. Improved expansion outlook: More than 35% of surveyed companies reported plans to expand in the next three years, up from 33% in 2025 but still lower than 2024 (37.6%) and 2023 (48.1%). Those numbers

Allegan County, MI · 3d

Detroit Sports Nation

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Michigan High School Football Powerhouse Kicked Out of Playoffs Following Court Ruling

Grand Rapids Catholic Central has been removed from Michigan's Division 5 football playoffs following a court ruling in favor of the MHSAA.

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

MLive

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Whitmer highlights upgrades at $62.9M Grand Rapids veterans home ahead of holiday

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer visited Grand Rapids ahead of Veterans Day to highlight changes in veterans care and resources available across Michigan.

Grand Rapids, MI · 1d

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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Popular Rockford veterans exhibit becomes permanent at local museum

What began as a temporary tribute to Rockford veterans has become a permanent exhibit at the Rockford Area Museum after proving popular with visitors.

Rockford, MI · 1d

WOOD TV8

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I-96 project in Ionia County ‘on time and under budget’

The project to rebuild I-96 between Bliss Road and Sunfield Road in Ionia County is "on time and under budget," according to the Michigan Department of Transportation.

Ionia County, MI · 1d

Michigan Public

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Southern Michigan communities turn to regional management of growing deer herds

On opposite sides of the state, Kent County, and the cities of Farmington Hills, Farmington and Southfield, have turned to regional coalitions to manage growing deer populations.

Kent County, MI · 4h

97.9 WGRD

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Michigan Students Just Gave Their Classroom Fish the Best Name Ever

Slim Shady has some competition! Students at a Michigan high school are raising a lake sturgeon named Swim Shady, and this fish has a pretty important job ahead of him

Jenison, MI · 1d

WOOD TV8

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Kilwins in Gaslight Village shuts doors

After nine years of serving ice cream, chocolate and other treats, the Kilwins location in East Grand Rapids has closed for good.

East Grand Rapids, MI · 21h

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Developers look to shift Wyoming's Reserve Flats apartments to for-sale condos amid rental struggles

“This was a project that actually came before this planning commission through two different phases in 2021.”. Colton Hyble is the Assistant Director of Community & Economic Development for the city of Wyoming. He explained to the city’s planning commission that Granger Group, the developer of the 138-unit Reserve Flats apartments, wants to convert those rental units into for-sale condos.

Wyoming, MI · 2d

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Lowell Twp Planning Recap: Noise at Fairgrounds, Postponed Zoning Request

The Lowell Charter Township Planning Commission met in the Lowell Middle School auditorium for an hour and 44 minutes on Monday night for their regular monthly meeting. All commissioners were present, and it was the first meeting for Thomas Gussiaux, who was appointed to fill a vacancy on the commission last month.

Lowell, MI · 22h

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Two years after fire, new transportation facility opens

Wyoming — Following a two-year rebuild process, the district’s sparkling new transportation facility is officially open and operational. The building at 2181 Prairie Parkway SW replaces the former facility destroyed by fire on the same site in December of 2024. The new $7.5 million, 13,000-square-foot facility includes a...

Wyoming, MI · 1d

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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West Side leaders eye improvements to Grand Rapids underpasses

As plans to install three new gateway arches get underway, west side neighborhood leaders are now turning their attention to improving the look and walkability of area underpasses.

Grand Rapids, MI · 1d

WOOD TV8

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Grand Rapids Art Museum reveals schedule ahead of 20th year

Ahead of its 20th year located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, the Grand Rapids Art Museum has announced its major exhibition schedule for 2027.

Grand Rapids, MI · 20h

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Many Blendon Township residents oppose proposed Key Capture Energy battery storage plant ahead of planning commission vote

For over a year, residents in Ottawa County’s Blendon Township have pushed back against a proposed battery energy storage facility from Key Capture Energy. The company wants to build a 100 megawatt, 14-acre plant on 88th Avenue near Polk Street. The BESS project, which stands for battery energy storage...

Ottawa County, MI · 2d

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Crain's Grand Rapids Business Brief

Mark Sanchez: And first, of course, didn't at one point last week we all go, phew, glad that's over. And it was so nice to sit there on a Saturday and Sunday and watch a football game without being bombarded by these political ads anymore. So yeah, the election's done. It was a big, big election cycle for the Democrats. They won control of Congress. Jocelyn Benson, the Secretary of State, was elected governor here in Michigan. And the legislature. from January will be fully in control of the Democrats.

Grand Rapids, MI · 23h

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Spring Lake Village and Township Councils Set for Busy Meeting Week

Ottawa County, MI (WGHN) – Several meetings on tap to start the week here in the tri cities. Spring Lake Village Council has several items to discuss during a work session Monday evening, including a plan to manage the cormorant population at Village Cove Marina and proposed new playground equipment for North Bank Park.

Ottawa County, MI · 3d

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Grand Rapids to install 40-foot Christmas tree, invites public to lighting ceremony

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A 40-foot Christmas tree is set to arrive at Rosa Parks Circle in downtown Grand Rapids tomorrow, marking the start of the city’s holiday season preparations. Rockford, the City of Grand Rapids and other partners will install the tree at the downtown site on...

Grand Rapids, MI · 22h