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Music, science and RPG summer camps coming to Grand Rapids
3+ hour, 19+ min ago (251+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. " Parents on the hunt for day and overnight camps might find what they're looking for with Aquinas College this summer. RELATED: Registration opens for summer camps at 3 Grand Rapids parks Clocking in for the inquisitive campers: AQ…...
Registration opens for summer camps at 3 Grand Rapids parks
1+ week, 7+ hour ago (244+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. " With temps finally starting to warm up, summer is fast approaching in West Michigan, and Grand Rapids officials are looking forward to several summer camps offered in the city's parks. Campers can enjoy sports, outdoor activities, arts…...
Massive drone show over Grand River to celebrate US anniversary in November
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (261+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. " For two nights in November, the skies above the Grand River will be lighting up with drones to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States and the U.S. Armed Forces. This is the first large-scale drone show happening…...
'Bigger, stranger and wilder than ever': Oddities on Ottawa block party returns to Grand Rapids
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (280+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. " Get ready for a spine-chilling festival taking over Ottawa Avenue this October"Oddities on Ottawa is back! Hosted by Garage Bar, the festival is bringing all things spooky to downtown Grand Rapids. The second annual block party…...
Grand Rapids Public Library challenges young readers to pick up a book this summer and READ.
9+ mon, 4+ week ago (195+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. " Tuesday night is "reading night" this summer and it's being celebrated at a couple of Grand Rapids city parks, both Garfield and Lincoln. " One of the best ways to get your kids interested in devoted reading time…...
Ever wanted to smell like Pure Michigan? Now you can with new summer-themed fragrance!
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (302+ words) 13 ON YOUR SIDE News at 9 LANSING, Mich. " There is a brand new fragrance perfect for Michiganders that aims to put a Great Lakes vacation in a bottle. Pure Michigan " a tourism and promotion arm of Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC)…...
Community reading programs help children avoid summer learning loss
9+ mon, 3+ week ago (465+ words) The Rundown | Last Week in Michigan Politics (7-4-25) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. " Remember when you were a child and the start of summer break, the feeling of freedom, days at the beach, and gathering with friends? " All THIS summer, why not incorporate…...
Water safety tips you should know before visiting the beach
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (645+ words) Firefighters killed in Idaho ambush | In The News Now MICHIGAN, USA " As crowds flock to beaches along the lakeshore this summer, it's important to remember basic water safety tips." When you arrive at the beach, there will usually be colored…...
Deli owner offers relief from heat for all in Walker
9+ mon, 6+ day ago (152+ words) WALKER, Mich. " When you think of going somewhere to cool off in the summertime heat, you might think of a "pool, a library or even the mall. But what about a deli in Walker? Well, owner of Rico's Deli, Rico…...
Consumers Energy shares cost-saving tips
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (144+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. " For many West Michiganders, the sweltering weekend heat has meant more air conditioning"and likely a pricier energy bill. Consumers Energy is sharing tips to save money while still beating the heat. Over the weekend, temperatures soared…...