Grand River

If you were to have a scavenger hunt to find what may be lying at the bottom of the Grand River, what would you find?

With the Grand River being the longest river in Michigan, what's the shortest river? And just how short is it?

If you've ever found one of these bizarre looking shells in any of West Michigan's rivers it may be a remnant of the once booming pearl button industry.

Thanks to the quick response of the The Grand Rapids Fire Department, a 13-year-old Boston Terrier Bulldog is back safe with her family.

Ten years ago the Grand River from Comstock Park to Grand Rapids saw some incredibly high levels that caused a lot of damage.

At only 1,500 feet long this river in northern Michigan is considered to be the shortest in the state. Conversely, the Grand River is the longest at 252 miles.

GRPD have identified the body of a man found in the Grand River Friday morning.

Clamming was once a booming industry in Michigan. Freshwater mussel shells made perfect mother-of-pearl buttons in the early 20th century.

It's the final weekend of August. This weekend features festivals, fairs, music, classic cars, dance, beer, baseball, and even a chance for you to get naked.

Imagine a log jam seven miles long and three stories high on the Grand River in downtown Grand Rapids. It happened back in 1883!

Whether you are an experienced kayaker, or just thinking about giving it a try, the City of Grand Rapids is providing kayaking experiences this summer.

Magnet fishing is popular in West Michigan, but no one could have expected to find this at the bottom of the Grand River...