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Man killed in shootout near Grand Rapids bar identified
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Police identified a man killed in a shootout last week near a bar as 27-year-old Lavadis Maurice Anthony Crawford-Blackman. The Kent County Medical Examiner’s Office ruled the man’s death as a homicide. No suspects have been arrested as of Tuesday, Oct. 3. The...
Some Much Needed Rain on the Way
The map above is the total rainfall forecast for the next week from the Weather Prediction Center. Some much needed rain is on the way. Scattered showers and maybe a thundershower will be possible later today into tonight, with another chance of showers on Thursday as cooler air moves in. As you can see, it’s possible some areas could see 1/2 – 1″ of rain, especially southwest of Kent County.
Some Of The Best Places To See Ghosts Are A Short Drive Away From Michigan
If so, you have come to the right place. Upgraded Points compiled all of the cities that are the best to visit if you want to see or BE ghosts!. "Have you ever wondered where you’d haunt if you were a ghost? While the question may seem silly, it opens up a new lens through which we can explore America’s cities as we approach the spookiest time of the year. We’ve compiled a ranking of the best places for spirits and specters to reside based on factors like the number of cemeteries, “actual” haunted houses, and even reported ghost sightings. So whether you’re a spirit looking for a new stomping ground or a curious mortal eager to hunt for ghosts in haunted locales, you’ve come to the right place."
Michigan’s Most Haunted: 5 Places That Will Creep You Out
Michigan is home to many haunted places that attract ghost hunters and paranormal enthusiasts. Here are five of the most haunted places in Michigan. Michigan's Most Haunted: 5 Places That Will Creep You Out. Mackinac Island. Mackinac Island is one of the most haunted places in Michigan, with over 100...
Housing voucher waiting list for Kent, Ottawa county residents set to open
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — The Grand Rapids Housing Commission says it is opening the waitlist for for its Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program from Oct. 23-27. Those who wish to apply for the rental assistance can do so online at GRHClist.org. Applications can only be submitted online. Residents...
Walker City Halts New Housing Developments
Discover why the City of Walker is putting a temporary halt on new housing developments. This unexpected moratorium is expected to last six months. Tune in to understand the reasons behind this decision and its potential impact on the city's future.
Snow Already? When Will Grand Rapids Get Our First Snowfall?
Okay I know it's hot, 80+ degrees expected again today, but it is October and fall, and we know that winter is next in line with snow and all that stuff. But do we really want to think about snow just yet?. Sure, why not. We live in Michigan and...
Charming Grand Rapids House Sells for $1.48M
A charming 2-story house near Grand Rapids, Michigan recently caught the attention of homebuyers and was sold for an impressive $1,480,000 on September 26th. Located at 3655 Lake Birch St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49525, this property offers a delightful combination of modern amenities and timeless design.
Laugh Your Heart Out at the Grand Rapids Improv Festival: A Comedy Extravaganza!
🎭🤩 Get ready for the most hilarious and entertaining event of the year, folks! 🎉✨ The Grand Rapids Improv Festival (GRIF) is back and ready to light up your date nights with laughter and comedy! 🤣🎉
Seven men celebrate one year of sobriety
Witness an inspiring journey of resilience and transformation as seven individuals celebrate a significant milestone - one year of sobriety. Guiding Light Works, a Grand Rapids nonprofit, honors their achievement in this heartwarming celebration of strength and determination.
New Home Needed: Meet the Latest Adorable Kittens Up for Adoption in grand rapids, MI
Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of grand rapids..
Woman, Two Children Hospitalized in Adams St. Crash
ZEELAND TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Oct. 4, 2023) – A 23-year-old Zeeland woman and two of her children were injured in a two-vehicle crash east of Holland on Tuesday evening. According to Ottawa County Sheriff’s Sergeant Eric DeBoer, the unnamed woman and a 27-year-old man, along with the youths, aged four and three, were in a westbound sedan on Adams Street around 5:45 PM when a southbound vehicle on 88th Avenue drove through a stop sign and slammed into that sedan. While the man was not hurt, the other three were taken to an undisclosed “local hospital” for treatment of non-life threatening ailments. The 20-year-old Zeeland woman driving the southbound vehicle was not injured.
What’s being built near M-6 in Caledonia? Construction starting soon on $40.4M building
KENT COUNTY, MI – Construction is slated to begin this fall on a new, $40.4 million building that will be located right near M-6 in Caledonia. The 60,000-square-foot facility is going to be built on a 53-acre site located at 4950 76th St. SE, which is right between Patterson and Kraft Avenues near Broadmoor Avenue.