Laura Hardy

Grand Rapids Whiskey Festival 2026 returns to DeVos Place with bourbon, rye, Scotch and more, giving West Michigan whiskey lovers a bourbon trail style experience.

As West Michigan temperatures rise, melting snow could cause basement flooding, water damage, and mold growth. Homeowners should check for cracks, moisture, and musty odors now.

Baseball season on the way in West Michigan means new ballpark food at LMCU Ballpark, including creative Whitecaps menu items fans will love.

Lego’s new Love Birds set for Valentine’s Day was created by a Michigan designer and is now available online.

Michigan has passed a new law banning most student cell phone use during classroom instruction starting in the 2026 to 2027 school year.

A fake tow truck scam is spreading across Michigan, leaving stranded drivers without help after paying hundreds of dollars upfront. Find out how to prevent it from happening to you.

State health officials are urging Michigan residents to avoid certain online pesticides linked to poisonings.

Grand Rapids is considering Vaughan, Ontario as a new sister city, a fast-growing Canadian community near Toronto and Lake Ontario, just five hours from West Michigan.

West Michigan is finally warming up after weeks of extreme cold, with a late-week heat wave bringing above-freezing temperatures and possible 40-degree highs.

West Michigan may have experienced rare steam effect snow Wednesday, a strange weather phenomenon caused by a perfect atmospheric setup.

The Great Lakes Loons will become the Michigan Dogmen for one special night, honoring Michigan’s legendary cryptid with themed jerseys, merch, and a campground-style game.

Traverse City is hosting the Michigan Pinball State Championship at Right Brain Brewery with three days of classic pinball competition and arcade games.