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Developer Has Big Plans For Old GM Plant
Considering the news this week that Steelcase will layoff 400 workers at its Kentwood plant, news from Wyoming today must seem like a breath of fresh air.
Your Sign Maybe Not Be Your Sign
I'm a Pisces and proud of it. Not that I'm into Astrology, but once upon a time it was a good conversation ice breaker. Now it seems some 3,000 years after the astrological chart was laid out, things have changed and maybe I'm not a Pisces, but an Aquarias.
Lights. Camera. Lego. Lego?
The message is in the medium.Alex Eylar is studying for a master's degree in screenwriting at Chapman University. Alex combined his love for movies and his childhood love for legos and recreated some famous movie scenes.
Gene’s Best Burrito’s — Recipe #2
photo by Gene Parker
My wife is a great cook. She's had lots of practice over the years. I, on the other hand, am good a just a few dishes. The easier, the better! One of my favorite things to make is something called Gene's Best Burritos. I have messed with this recipe many times. It's best when done simply.
What Are The Odds? More than 11 to 1
Flora Mensah and her parents will never be able to forget the number one. Flora's mother gave birth to her in a Minnesota hospital at exactly 1:11 a.m. on Tuesday — Jan. 11, 2011. that's 1:11 on 1-11-2011.
New Baby Renews Life For Travolta
A new baby really means new life. That's what Actor John Travolta says has happened for him and his wife, Kelly Preston. Benjamin Travolta was born November 23, 2010 in Florida.
Beware John Tesh And Germ Phobes
Just when you thought it was safe to go the ATM and get a little cash for the weekend. Some ATM's are as unclean as public toilets, according a microbiologist in England.
Verizon to sell iPhone Feb 10
AT&T's stranglehold on the iPhone has officially come to an end. Starting February 10, Verizon, AT&T's chief rival in the cellular biz, will begin selling the iPhone, announcing their new agreement with Apple early Tuesday.
Ice Chess Battle At Rosa Parks Circle
A thinking persons game on Ice? Rosa Parks Circle hosted the Ice Chess Battle Tuesday afternoon. The Ice pieces were made by Randy Finch and Ice Sculptures, LTD of Grand Rapids. The Food Network was on hand to film the icy battle. It will be used on their new show, Ice Brigade, which will air in the spring...
Drive the Future @ Detroit Auto Show
The North American International Auto Show in Detroit has always been about the future. Click here and see what cars you'll be driving soon. The Show runs from January 15 - 23 at Cobo Hall in Detroit.
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Helen Devos Children’s Hospital Open Tuesday
Helen Devos Children's Hospital will offically opens its doors Tuesday. After years in the planning stages, it is a big day for health care in West Michigan. Hospital workers will move patients Tuesday from the old hospital to the new hospital. It took hospital officials one year to work out the logistics of the move.
Klingman’s & Israels Auction Everything
This is your last chance to own a coveted piece of West Michigan Furniture History. Auctions will be held this week at Klingman's and Israel's Furniture. Both long-time businesses closed their doors last month. All remaining items are being auctioned off to the highest bidder...