Tag Archives: Grand Rapids
West Michigan manufacturer explains why company spends extra for Consumer Energy’s ‘green’ energy
Irwin Seating Company purchases nearly 700,000 kilowatt-hours annually of Michigan-based renewable energy for its corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids. Continue reading
Man on sibling’s death in Grand Rapids: ‘No one wants to think your brother died homeless off a highway’
Robert Lee Levendusky was found dead under a highway off-ramp in downtown Grand Rapids on Monday. He was 49.
State House incumbent who switched parties survives challenge
Grand Rapids- A West Michigan state House incumbent who switched parties and tried to entice an acquaintance to file as his token Democratic opponent has survived a write-in challenge in the … Continue reading
State House incumbent who switched parties survives challenge
Grand Rapids— A West Michigan state House incumbent who switched parties and tried to entice an acquaintance to file as his token Democratic opponent has survived a write-in challenge in the Republican primary. Continue reading
Grand Rapids man unearths veteran’s gravestone during backyard landscaping project
Henry Collis is buried in the Grand Rapids Home for Veterans Cemetery.
Hoekstra wins Michigan GOP primary for US Senate
Former Michigan Congressman Pete Hoekstra has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate, overcoming a challenge from two Republicans who questioned his record as a conservative.The Holland former lawmaker defeated Clark Durant of Grosse Pointe and … Continue reading
ACLU Oral Arguments to Be Delivered Friday in Lawsuit Against Michigan Department of Corrections
ACLU Says Inadequate Health Care Puts Prisoners Lives at Risk GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan – August 7 – Two years after a 21-year-old man died in a Michigan prison because of a lack of medical and … Continue reading
Michigan native writes about brother’s Africa trip
Two brothers who also are Grand Rapids natives are back in the state this week to talk about their African adventure. Continue reading
Wings sign Jurco excited about his potential
The Detroit Red Wings signed second-round draft pick Tomas Jurco to a three-year, entry-level contract today and are excited about his potential. Jurco, 19, is one of several young Grand Rapids … Continue reading
Manila whips Grand Rapids
The team that has thrived in adversity moved closer to getting its reward while putting a dent on a former tormentor's title bid. Proving its worth, Team Manila took a big step of returning … Continue reading
Willis Names Mark Dull Client Advocate in Michigan
Willis North America, a unit of Willis Group Holdings, named Mark Dull as a client advocate in Willis of Michigan. Willis of Michigan, Inc. includes offices in Farmington Hills and Grand Rapids. … Continue reading
Wings sign 2011 second-rounder Tomas Jurco to three-year deal
Jurco, a wing, spent the last three seasons with the Saint John Sea Dogs in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. Jurco is expected to begin the season with Grand Rapids. Continue reading
Mississippi slaying suspect found in Michigan
Glen Joseph Davis was found Monday by the U.S. Marshals' Grand Rapids Fugitive Force and Grand Rapids police. Davis is being held in Michigan pending extradition proceedings. Police had a … Continue reading
The Head and the Heart charms Grand Rapids
The Head and the Heart w/ Lost in the Trees @ Meijer Gardens – Grand Rapids, MI – 8.2.12 The Head and the Heart performed at the Coachella Valley Music & Arts festival in California this year, … Continue reading
2-month-old dies in Byron Center, Mich.
Authorities in the Grand Rapids area are investigating the death of a 2-month-old who … Continue reading
Victims stripped, pistol-whipped and one shot in buttocks during armed robbery in Grand Rapids
Two men arrested in connection to the shooting.
Sylvia Rector Its time for Detroit to embrace kale salad
The kale salad has a devoted following at Six One Six restaurant at the JW Marriott hotel in downtown Grand Rapids. / Sylvia Rector/Detroit Free … Continue reading
7 people removed from Grand Rapids home for questioning after man shot in head on Southwest Side
No arrests were made.
Rob Bliss explains why a cargo container volleyball court was built in Pere Marquette
The cargo container volleyball court that is under construction at Pere Marquette beach is a surprise for a Grand Rapids high school student, said event promoter Rob Bliss, whose company, Status Creative, has helped bring the controversial structure to… Continue reading
See stunning model railroad displays drawing thousands to Grand Rapids this weekend
The show continues Saturday from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m., and concludes Sunday, 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Admission is $12 for adults, $11 for seniors, $6 for kids 6 through 12, and free to kids under 6.
Bad postcard of the week: Gunning for fun in New Hampshire
View full sizeThis is what passed for a thrill ride at Six Gun City in the 1960s. GRAND RAPIDS, MI – I can only guess that someone once said, “We need a colt to pull the covered wagon.” He meant…
Rob Bliss reveals details about project at Pere Marquette Beach
Grand Rapids promoter Rob Bliss revealed new details about his latest project, which will take place in Pere Marquette beach.
Grand Rapids Tia Brooks aims for Olympic shot put finals
LONDON — When Tia Brooks woke up Thursday, she was a year older and another day closer to competing at the London Olympics.The trip ended up being an amazing birthday present for Brooks, a Grand … Continue reading
ACLU Oral Arguments to Be Delivered Friday in Lawsuit Against Michigan Department of Corrections
ACLU Says Inadequate Health Care Puts Prisoners Lives at Risk GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan – August 7 – Two years after a 21-year-old man died in a Michigan prison because of a lack of medical and … Continue reading
Seven indicted in alleged Lansing mortgage fraud scheme
Seven people have been indicted on federal charges in connection with an alleged mortgage fraud scheme that operated in the Lansing area from 2005 to 2007, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Grand Rapids said. Continue reading
Michigan browser LGBT groups statewide join hunger strike a look at Grand Rapids homeless camps
Members and supporters of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities throughout the state are joining a 100-day hunger strike the launched in Ferndale this week aimed at raising awareness of … Continue reading
Michigan browser LGBT groups statewide join hunger strike a look at Grand Rapids homeless camps
Members and supporters of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities throughout the state are joining a 100-day hunger strike the launched in Ferndale this week aimed at raising awareness of … Continue reading
Gov. Snyder signs off on $2 million in Natural Resource Trust Fund grants for West Michigan counties
Gov. Rick Snyder today approved about $38 million in Natural Resources Trust Fund grant projects across the state, about $2.1 million of which will be used for recreation and land acquisition projects in counties surrounding the Grand Rapids area. Continue reading
9-year-old girl attacked by pit bull in Grand Rapids credits rescuers for saving her life
Paytan Wiersum celebrated her ninth birthday Wednesday with a hand wrapped in gauze and more than 15 dog bites covering her body from a Tuesday afternoon attack.
Beer firm: Alabama OKs Grand Rapids company’s brew with controversial name
Birmingham, Ala.— A beer distributor says Alabama’s alcohol board has reversed an earlier decision to ban a beer over its name, and will now allow it to be sold in the state. Continue reading