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Plane full of puppies rescued from puppy mill arrives in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Dozens of puppies are safe and going to homes in Michigan tonight thanks to the Bissell Pet Foundation. Nearly 60 schnauzers and mini schnauzers were rescued from a suspected puppy mill in North Carolina. "These mothers and fathers lived in horrific conditions along with many...
'OUR BACKYARD' | John Ball Zoo working to save West Michigan endangered animals
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — John Ball Zoo's conservation program has already found success, within just a few years of starting. "Everybody's heard of the monarch, right? But very few people have heard of the poweshiek skipperling, and that's one of the most critically endangered animals in the world," said David Pavlik. "Now, there's only one or two very small populations in Michigan, and one or two populations up in Manitoba, Canada. "Everything else across this range has been lost."
Tasty Takeout: Hudsonville Ice Cream
Hudsonville Ice Cream’s newest innovation, the Super Scoop ice cream bars, are poised to be the star of this summer’s frozen treats lineup. Offering a fresh take on the beloved Super Scoop flavor, this Midwest classic is now available in a convenient and delicious bar format for the first time.
Get a great deal on food & drink at Founder’s
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – When it comes to beer, some breweries just stand out for the iconic brews they make. Founders Brewing has a large lineup of amazing beers, and now, they’re giving people new reasons to come visit their Grand Rapids taproom!. Founders has expanded beyond...
Hello, Grand Rapids: Rich and Helen DeVos legacy of giving; zoo aquarium being pushed
GRAND RAPIDS, MI -- The late Rich and Helen DeVos lived their faith, touching thousands of lives through their broad and consistent giving that was instrumental in transforming Grand Rapids and the region. Many more will benefit from their legacy of giving to education, health and community services, churches or...
Entertainment giant Live Nation selected as promoter, operator of Acrisure Amphitheater
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Concert and event producer Live Nation Worldwide will help promote, operate and maintain Acrisure Amphitheater under a five-year agreement approved Friday by the public-authority that will own the 12,000-capacity riverfront venue. Rich MacKeigan, executive director of the Grand Rapids-Kent County Convention/Arena Authority (CAA), said the...
Jedi Chili uses old family recipe to bring ‘The Force’ to Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Jedi Chili, an award-winning gourmet chili start-up, is continuing to expand under Force One Foods, LLC. Huge Star Wars fans, friends for nearly three decades and Jedi Chili owners Jarrell “JC” Cisneros and Nate Engweiler started making Jedi Chili to bring “The Force” to everyone.
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