It is always important to remember the veterans who fought for our country, especially around the holidays. A group of volunteers in Grand Rapids did just that by decorating 2,000 graves at a Grand Rapids veterans cemetery with wreaths. The wreaths were donated or bought with donations and more than 150 veterans, cadets, Blue Star Mothers,… Read More »
Grand Rapids is a great city to live, work and play in and if you don’t live here, you should plan a visit very soon. There are many reasons why you should make a trip to Grand Rapids a priority this winter, but here are just a few of them. Food Grand Rapids has some… Read More »
Grand Rapids has many areas parks that offer many outdoor opportunities all year long. In the winter, Aman Park is the perfect place to enjoy a hike or to observe wildlife as the search for food and stock up for the cold days ahead. If you are looking for a great location to enjoy the outdoors… Read More »
If you are suffering from bad breath you may be embarrassed or even medically concerned. You don’t have to deal with bad breath, there are ways you can prevent or avoid it. Of course brushing can prevent it and mints and gum can help cover it up, but to truly get rid of bad breath… Read More »
There are thousands of dogs on the streets and in rescues and pound in the Grand Rapids areas. Many of these dogs are fully adoptable and looking for the perfect home. If you are looking for the perfect gift for your family this year, why not adopt a Grand Rapids dog? Don’t miss the Home… Read More »
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 »
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 »
Tooth decay can be painful and unsightly, and most people have a hard time dealing with the pain. While there are over the counter medications that can help ease the pain for a while, it will eventually become too much to handle. Dentists and researchers are working on ways to rebuild and restore tooth enamel,… 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 »