Many people have suggested that a subway system be constructed in Grand Rapids to help reduce traffic and make it easier for commuters to get to there jobs and run errands. There are no plans for a subway in the immediate future, but that hasn’t stopped many people was dreaming or imagining what it would… Read More »
What better way to spend the summer than boating in Michigan. Fall may be just a few short weeks away, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make the most of the warm weather and mild conditions. Michigan has plenty of water and boating opportunities and ranked third in boating in the United States. If you do… Read More »
Who doesn’t like support their local small businesses? It just got easier for Grand Rapids resident, because Robin Nash , owner of Downtown Market in Holland, has just announced that she will be opening a seconds store in Grand Rapids. The second store will be called Michigan Pantry and will open on September 10. “We already… Read More »
Tired of paying too much for gas? If you own a vehicle you know this pain all too well. Nobody wants to overpay for gas and few people understand why gas prices seem to be so unpredictable. Now that BP Whiting has been repaired, Michigan should see a decline in gas prices. This could be… Read More »
The 28th Street Metro Cruise was held in Grand Rapids over the weekend and attracted a fairly large crowd. The car show included numerous makes, modes and styles of vehicles with unique paint jobs, exhausts, sound systems and more. The car show was a 2-day event and all car were on display by Saturday. In addition to offering guests a… Read More »
Storms are expected to hit the Grand Rapids areas in the middle of the week and officials are warning that they could make for life-threatening swimming conditions in Lake Michigan. The National Weather Service is predicting strong winds and waves in the area and this could lead to strong rip currents both before and after… Read More »
Grand Rapids will be getting a new hotel and it may combine two different brands for a unique and impressive experience. Peter Beukema, chief operating officer of the hotel project is hoping that two hotels will be willing to merge to create one 300-room hotel in downtown Grand Rapids. He would not release the names… Read More »
The city of Grand Rapids is planning to construct a new pedestrian bridge that will cross the Mississippi River. The construction is planned for 2017. The new bridge will not only offer something unique for residents and visitors, but will also help improve the look of the area. It is expected to bring more people… Read More »
The National Night Out was held on Tuesday, August 8th and was a huge success in Grand Rapids. The even is a way to for communities to come together to put a stop to crime, drug use and violence in the country. Cities all over the country hosted similar events. This is the 32nd year… Read More »
You might think that everyone everywhere takes care of their teeth in pretty much the same ways. You likely brush and floss regularly and visit your dentist often for checkups and cleanings. But not everyone does that. In some regions, people care for their teeth differently. In fact, a recently survey shows that different cities… Read More »
