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Michigan Releases Annual Rankings Of Public Schools

Matt Milhouse — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 17:58:18 +0000

The Michigan Department of Education has released its annual report card and rankings of Michigan’s public schools. A number of West Michigan schools scored very well, while a few did not. WZZM reports on some poor performers: Ten Grand Rapids Public Schools were listed as Priority Schools which “need to improve their attention on student [...]

Heatwave Caused I-196 To Buckle, But Was I-196 Hot Enough To Fry An Egg?

Matt Milhouse — Mon, 09 Jul 2012 12:39:13 +0000

You know it's a serious heatwave when it's so hot that it buckles the pavement on a highway. Last Friday, that's exactly what happened on I-196 near Hudsonville.

I-196 rose as much as ten inches because of the heat.

It was hot enough to buckle the highway, but was it hot enought to fry an egg on I-196?

West Michigan High School Teams Bring Home State Championships

Matt Milhouse — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 04:20:57 +0000

It was a very successful weekend for West Michigan high school teams. Unity Christian, Calvin Christian, Hudsonville, Grand Rapids Christian, Hamilton, and West Catholic all brought home either team or individual championships! West Michigan student athletes seem to have been on the rise in recent years. This past weekend is another example. Let’s congratulate all [...]

Andy Rent Holiday Festival Tour [Gallery]

Wendy Reed — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 17:30:43 +0000

Andy Rent is taking his show on the road this Holiday Season and is coming to your town! This week was a busy one for Andy with stops in Rockford at Jody's Restaurant and in Hudsonville at the Rainbow Grille!

Hudsonville Arts Council Hopes To "Light-Up" The City

Andy Rent — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 16:11:25 +0000

Hey Hudsonville…turn on the lights! The Hudsonville Arts Council is sponsoring their “Lights Spectacular.” They hope it will be a fun new way to showcase homeowners and businesses unique and creative Christmas light displays. To get more to participate, they have created a contest and all who do “light-up” will be in the running for [...]

Millages and Elections Coming May 3

Paul Lee — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 18:47:14 +0000

In just over a week, the citizens of Grand Rapids and its suburbs will have some decisions to make about education, taxes and transportation. Some of the choices: Two Grand Rapids Public school board seats, a Hudsonville facilities upgrade, and a public transportation system overhaul requiring some changes along Division Avenue. If you need help [...]