97.9 WGRD

The shrimp craze may return, but can Red Lobster avoid the same pitfalls as before?

Get ready, music lovers! The Allegan County Fair is bringing in some serious star power this September, and it’s going to be a show to remember.

If you enjoy spending time outdoors and are looking to earn between $48,000 and $60,000, this is your opportunity to become a park ranger.

Move over Kia Boys. A new group dubbed the Candy Boys is hitting Kalamazoo stores while parents act as getaway drivers.

An Arenac County man went numb after winning $500,000 on a $5 scratch-off. His wife initially feared a medical emergency when he called to share the news.

See all the new releases coming each week of 2026.

Seasonal flooding in Michigan varies in intensity from year to year, but regardless of how severe it is, these floods benefit fish and other aquatic species.

As the weather warms up, Michiganders begin to clean up their yards. The Michigan Department of Natural Resources has made it easier for residents to get burn permits.

You can experience a version of the Mackinac Bridge without making the drive north, thanks to this "Mini Mac".

Summer means road work season. Here are the biggest closures and projects drivers should know right now.

Before hosting Top Chef, Kristen Kish was just a kid in Kentwood. Her rise to reality TV fame started right here in West Michigan.

The winter of 2025–2026 was among the harshest ever recorded across much of Michigan, and the extreme conditions also contributed to a new record being set at the Mackinac Bridge.

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park has unveiled its 2026 Summer Concert Series lineup, packed with 30+ shows spanning genres and decades.

A Michigan pilot was forced to land a small plane on a busy Pennsylvania highway after engine trouble. Dashcam video captured the heart-stopping moment.

Josh and Jase captured hearts across the state, and now they’re coming back for round two.

Some of the biggest names in music once played the Orbit Room—and fans still talk about it today.

The Humane Society of West Michigan is at capacity for dogs. From April 7–11, adult dogs are available with reduced adoption fees of $50. Adopt, volunteer, or donate to help today.

The 2026 Lantern Festival at John Ball Zoo is officially here. Take a sneak peek at the glowing displays and magical theme lighting up Grand Rapids this spring.