A historic section of Grand Rapids may be on the list of places that are planned to be demolished. The demolishing will be part of a new project that will require a nearby strip mall to be rebuilt along with an apartment complex that will include 44 apartments. “The demo’s going to be routine (because… Read More »
A Grand Rapids mansion that is home to 25 people has opened its doors and is allowing the public a peak inside. The mansion is located at 535 E. Fulton St and is 3 stories high and about 10,000 square feet. The rooms inside the mansion are rented. Although many of the people inside the… Read More »
If you are a fan of 50 cent, you may be excited to know that he was recently in Grand Rapids recently promoting Effen Vodka, a Dutch brand for which he’s a spokesman. He was signing autographs and posing for pictures with fans who could purchase the vodka for $30 a bottle. Fans were excited… Read More »
If you are living in Grand Rapids or just visiting friends or family for the holiday, you are in luck. The area is experiencing warm weather that is making Thanksgiving travels and celebrations much easier. There is some rain in the forecast, but temperatures are expected to be in the mid to high 50s. Read… Read More »
Michigan was once home to the continent’s largest ski jump at Copper Peak. The jump was built in 1969 and was the site of many impressive high flying competitions until 1994. Plans are currently in the works to restore the giant structure. At one point the jump brought thousands of people to the area. There… Read More »
A popular downtown chain restaurant in Grand Rapids announced that they will be closing soon. TGI Fridays is one of the oldest restaurant chains in the city but the restaurant at 50 Monroe Ave. NW will close at 2 a.m. Sunday and had no plans of reopening. A reason for the closing has not been… Read More »
If you are planning to be traveling across the Mackinac Bridge, you may need to do so with an escort. The Mackinac Bridge Authority is requiring “high profile” vehicles to be escorted across the bridge due to heavy winds. The winds have been strong for several days now and while it is still safe to… Read More »
The terrorist attacks that took place in Paris have left the world sad and disturbed. Many people and countries around the world are offering their support to Paris by adding the French colors to their homes and businesses. The McKay Tower dome is Grand Rapids is displaying France’s colors as well and letting the world… Read More »
The John Ball Zoo is celebrating its 125th year in operation and they have recently chosen a new CEO . Peter D’Arienzo will soon takeover as CEO and has been working with the Kansas City Zoo where he was the Director of Operations. He also worked as the Plant Human Resources and EHS Manager at Donaldson… Read More »
Grand Rapids experienced a pretty big storm this week with record breaking waves and high winds. While officials warned the public to stay away from the beaches and closed many of the piers, many people flocked to the beaches to watch these massive waves and the wind at work. Winds topped at speeds of 55… Read More »
