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      <title>Viral Video Shows Heated Confrontation Over Drinks at East Grand Rapids Eatery</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/carolina-lowcountry-kitchen-controversy/</link>
      <pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[A viral video involving a fake ID accusation and a poured drink at an East Grand Rapids restaurant led to police involvement, but law enforcement confirmed no crimes were committed. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/carolina-lowcountry-kitchen-controversy/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[A viral video involving a fake ID accusation and a poured drink at an East Grand Rapids restaurant led to police involvement, but law enforcement confirmed no crimes were committed. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/carolina-lowcountry-kitchen-controversy/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>The Real Reason Detroit Just Traded Cy Young Winner Tarik Skubal to the Dodgers</title>
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      <pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The Detroit Tigers traded two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal to the LA Dodgers ahead of the trade deadline in exchange for top prospects Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/detroit-tigers-trade-tarik-skubal/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Detroit Tigers traded two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal to the LA Dodgers ahead of the trade deadline in exchange for top prospects Zyhir Hope, River Ryan, and Brady Smith. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/detroit-tigers-trade-tarik-skubal/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Tracing Michigan’s Ancestry: Three Unique Details Revealed</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 21:00:37 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[A new interactive map from the New York Times breaks down Michigan's ancestry county by county, and the results are fascinating. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/michigan-ancestry-map-nyt/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[A new interactive map from the New York Times breaks down Michigan&apos;s ancestry county by county, and the results are fascinating. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/michigan-ancestry-map-nyt/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tommy McNeill]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>20 West Michigan Businesses That Are Over 100 Years Old</title>
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      <pubDate>Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:00:47 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[With the announcement that Nick Fink's Bar, running in Grand Rapids for 137 years, is now for sale, we've collected some of West Michigan's longest running businesses. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/west-michigan-businesses-100-years/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[With the announcement that Nick Fink&apos;s Bar, running in Grand Rapids for 137 years, is now for sale, we&apos;ve collected some of West Michigan&apos;s longest running businesses. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/west-michigan-businesses-100-years/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Nick Fink's Bar via Facebook</media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tommy McNeill]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Worried You Missed Out on West Michigan’s Pickle Festivals? One is This Weekend in Grand Rapids</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/pickle-fest-grand-rapids-dunneback-farm/</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 20:44:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Grand Rapids’ favorite briny event is back! Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm hosts its 3rd Annual Pickle Fest this weekend featuring pickle pizza, live music, and farm fun. Tickets are $8.95. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/pickle-fest-grand-rapids-dunneback-farm/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Grand Rapids&#x2019; favorite briny event is back! Ed Dunneback &amp; Girls Fruit Farm hosts its 3rd Annual Pickle Fest this weekend featuring pickle pizza, live music, and farm fun. Tickets are $8.95. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/pickle-fest-grand-rapids-dunneback-farm/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>New Spanish-Inspired Brewery and Tapas Restaurant Opening Soon in Saugatuck</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:04:20 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[A new Spanish-inspired taproom and tapas bar, Panoramic Beverage Company, is set to open in downtown Saugatuck this August. Expect European-style beers, Spanish vermouth, and custom small-plate pairings right in the heart of town. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/panoramic-brewing-saugatuck/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[A new Spanish-inspired taproom and tapas bar, Panoramic Beverage Company, is set to open in downtown Saugatuck this August. Expect European-style beers, Spanish vermouth, and custom small-plate pairings right in the heart of town. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/panoramic-brewing-saugatuck/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Are Data Centers Good or Bad? Are They Noisy?</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/michigan-data-centers-noise-concerns/</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:56:39 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Somewhere in Southwest Michigan, residents across the street from a data center are losing sleep — not over electricity bills or water use, but over a sound they're calling a demonic scream. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/michigan-data-centers-noise-concerns/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Somewhere in Southwest Michigan, residents across the street from a data center are losing sleep &#x2014; not over electricity bills or water use, but over a sound they&apos;re calling a demonic scream. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/michigan-data-centers-noise-concerns/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Andy Rent]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Eminem Is Auctioning Off His Personal Sneaker Collection for Charity</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/eminem-autographed-sneaker-auction/</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:00:57 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Eminem is auctioning 117 pairs of hand-signed sneakers from his personal 20-year vault. Proceeds benefit disadvantaged Metro Detroit youth through the Marshall Mathers Foundation. Bidding launches online August 25 at 1 p.m. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/eminem-autographed-sneaker-auction/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Eminem is auctioning 117 pairs of hand-signed sneakers from his personal 20-year vault. Proceeds benefit disadvantaged Metro Detroit youth through the Marshall Mathers Foundation. Bidding launches online August 25 at 1 p.m. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/eminem-autographed-sneaker-auction/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Yesterdog Owners React To Going Viral Thanks To Visit From Influencers Josh and Jase</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 06:00:38 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[People waited hours inside and outside Yesterdog just hoping to catch a glimpse of Josh and Jase. We talked to the owners to see how their visit has affected business. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/josh-jase-effect-yesterdog/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[People waited hours inside and outside Yesterdog just hoping to catch a glimpse of Josh and Jase. We talked to the owners to see how their visit has affected business. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/josh-jase-effect-yesterdog/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tommy McNeill]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>How One West Michigan Man Turned River Trash into a Massive Community Tradition</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/muskegon-river-cleanup-2026/</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:58 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Join hundreds of West Michiganders this weekend for the annual Muskegon River Clean-Up. Bring a tube or boat, collect trash, and score a free meal plus a chance to win one of 15 kayaks! <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/muskegon-river-cleanup-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Join hundreds of West Michiganders this weekend for the annual Muskegon River Clean-Up. Bring a tube or boat, collect trash, and score a free meal plus a chance to win one of 15 kayaks! <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/muskegon-river-cleanup-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Holiday Boredom Pays Off Big for One Michigan Woman Playing Online Lottery</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/michigan-woman-wins-jackpot-july-4/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Bored on the 4th of July, a 61-year-old Macomb County woman logged into her Michigan Lottery account and scored a massive $326,482 jackpot playing Michigan Jackpot online. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/michigan-woman-wins-jackpot-july-4/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Bored on the 4th of July, a 61-year-old Macomb County woman logged into her Michigan Lottery account and scored a massive $326,482 jackpot playing Michigan Jackpot online. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/michigan-woman-wins-jackpot-july-4/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Sick Of The Heat? Farmer’s Almanac Predicts A ‘Cool and Dry’ Fall</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/fall-weather-prediction-michigan-2026/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:00:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[The Old Farmer's Almanac is already looking ahead to fall, and their prediction might make this heat wave a little easier to stomach. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/fall-weather-prediction-michigan-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[The Old Farmer&apos;s Almanac is already looking ahead to fall, and their prediction might make this heat wave a little easier to stomach. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/fall-weather-prediction-michigan-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">The Old Farmer's Almanac is already looking ahead to fall, and their prediction might make this heat wave a little easier to stomach.</media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tommy McNeill]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>This is Being Called the Absolute Best Winery in Michigan</title>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 20:26:49 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Tasting Table just named Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay as the absolute best winery in Michigan. From award-winning wines to farm-to-table dining and a luxury inn, see why this Northern Michigan spot won top honors. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/best-winery-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Tasting Table just named Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay as the absolute best winery in Michigan. From award-winning wines to farm-to-table dining and a luxury inn, see why this Northern Michigan spot won top honors. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/best-winery-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Black Star Farms via Facebook </media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Is Dave’s Hot Chicken Opening in Grandville Before Grand Rapids?</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/daves-hot-chicken-grandville-michigan/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:10:52 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[New clues point to a second Dave’s Hot Chicken location coming to Michigan. Local sightings and online listings show a new restaurant taking shape in Grandville on 44th Street SW near Target that could open before Grand Rapids. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/daves-hot-chicken-grandville-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[New clues point to a second Dave&#x2019;s Hot Chicken location coming to Michigan. Local sightings and online listings show a new restaurant taking shape in Grandville on 44th Street SW near Target that could open before Grand Rapids. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/daves-hot-chicken-grandville-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Dave's Hot Chicken via Facebook </media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Detroit's Father Forgive Me Named One of the Best Bars in America</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/689/p/detroit-father-forgive-best-bar/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 18:02:40 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[One Detroit cocktail bar stands out among America's best, blending craft drinks, historic charm, public art and a Tony Hawk skatepark. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/689/p/detroit-father-forgive-best-bar/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[One Detroit cocktail bar stands out among America&apos;s best, blending craft drinks, historic charm, public art and a Tony Hawk skatepark. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/689/p/detroit-father-forgive-best-bar/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Celebration Cinema North Just Added Shows For The Odyssey</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/odyssey-imax-70mm-grand-rapids/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 17:08:30 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Tickets sold out fast, but Celebration Cinema North just added showtimes running into mid-September for anyone still trying to catch The Odyssey in that rare 70mm format. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/odyssey-imax-70mm-grand-rapids/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Tickets sold out fast, but Celebration Cinema North just added showtimes running into mid-September for anyone still trying to catch The Odyssey in that rare 70mm format. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/odyssey-imax-70mm-grand-rapids/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Celebration Theatre</media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Andy Rent]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Can Door-to-Door Salespeople Ignore No Soliciting Signs in Michigan?</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/691/p/michigan-no-soliciting-sign-law/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:08:45 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Salespeople, charities, and political canvassers are treated differently when it comes to Michigan no soliciting signs. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/691/p/michigan-no-soliciting-sign-law/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Salespeople, charities, and political canvassers are treated differently when it comes to Michigan no soliciting signs. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/691/p/michigan-no-soliciting-sign-law/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Scott Clow]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Michigan's Oldest Cigar Shop Shares History on Dateline NBC</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-oldest-cigar-shop/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:59:07 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Michigan's oldest cigar shop, founded in 1874, shares its remarkable history after Dateline NBC filmed interviews inside. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-oldest-cigar-shop/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Michigan&apos;s oldest cigar shop, founded in 1874, shares its remarkable history after Dateline NBC filmed interviews inside. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/689/p/michigan-oldest-cigar-shop/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Lauren Gordon]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Townsquare Media Brings Back Fill the Basket for 2026</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/fill-the-basket-2026/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 15:05:21 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[For the third year, Townsquare Media is going commercial-free on Aug. 6 to raise funds for Kids' Food Basket. Here's how you and your business can help. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/fill-the-basket-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[For the third year, Townsquare Media is going commercial-free on Aug. 6 to raise funds for Kids&apos; Food Basket. Here&apos;s how you and your business can help. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/fill-the-basket-2026/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Wendy Reed]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Fast-Growing Mile-a-Minute Weed Spreads to Another MI County</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/84/p/michigan-mile-a-minute-weed/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:23:26 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Mile-a-minute weed, an invasive vine that can grow up to six inches a day, has now been confirmed in a second Michigan county. Here's what you should know. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/84/p/michigan-mile-a-minute-weed/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Mile-a-minute weed, an invasive vine that can grow up to six inches a day, has now been confirmed in a second Michigan county. Here&apos;s what you should know. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/84/p/michigan-mile-a-minute-weed/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">WWMT-TV YouTube</media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tony LaBrie]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>15 Things You Should Never Flush in Michigan, Even If The Label Says You Can</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/689/p/items-never-flush-toilet/</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:11:26 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Most people know not to flush a diaper — but dental floss? That one surprises a lot of folks, and plumbers see it cause real damage all the time. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/689/p/items-never-flush-toilet/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Most people know not to flush a diaper &#x2014; but dental floss? That one surprises a lot of folks, and plumbers see it cause real damage all the time. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/689/p/items-never-flush-toilet/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Photo by Giorgio Trovato on Unsplash</media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Dana Marshall]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Detroit Tigers Just Accomplished Something MLB Hasn’t Seen Since 1935</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/detroit-tigers-rare-mlb-history/</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:00:39 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[It’s been a wild week for the Detroit Tigers, featuring a rogue squirrel delay on the field and a historic 14-0 blowout against the Orioles that hasn't happened in MLB since 1935 <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/detroit-tigers-rare-mlb-history/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[It&#x2019;s been a wild week for the Detroit Tigers, featuring a rogue squirrel delay on the field and a historic 14-0 blowout against the Orioles that hasn&apos;t happened in MLB since 1935 <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/detroit-tigers-rare-mlb-history/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Love’s Ice Cream Sets Grand Opening Date for New Vintage Soda Fountain Shop in Holland</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/loves-ice-cream-west-michigan-expansion/</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 20:05:09 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Love’s Ice Cream is expanding! The Grand Rapids staple set an August 15 grand opening for its new lakeshore shop at 5 W. Eighth Street in Holland, featuring a retro soda fountain menu and extended weekend hours <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/loves-ice-cream-west-michigan-expansion/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Love&#x2019;s Ice Cream is expanding! The Grand Rapids staple set an August 15 grand opening for its new lakeshore shop at 5 W. Eighth Street in Holland, featuring a retro soda fountain menu and extended weekend hours <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/loves-ice-cream-west-michigan-expansion/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Love's Ice Cream via Facebook </media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Two of the Top ‘Wine Country’ Hotels in the Nation Are Right Here in Michigan</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/best-wine-hotels-usa-michigan/</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:13:37 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[USA Today named the nation's top wine country hotels! Northern Michigan took two Top 5 spots with Black Star Farms (#2) and Chateau Chantal (#4)—from goat yoga and barrel tastings to legendary wine slushies. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/best-wine-hotels-usa-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[USA Today named the nation&apos;s top wine country hotels! Northern Michigan took two Top 5 spots with Black Star Farms (#2) and Chateau Chantal (#4)&#x2014;from goat yoga and barrel tastings to legendary wine slushies. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/best-wine-hotels-usa-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Black Star Farm, Chateau Chantal via Facebook </media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
      <category><![CDATA[Michigan News]]></category>
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      <title>Interlochen Report Names 47, Including Epstein</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/84/p/interlochen-abuse-report/</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 16:53:34 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[A new independent report names 47 people, including Jeffrey Epstein, after more than 70 former students and campers shared allegations of abuse at Interlochen. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/84/p/interlochen-abuse-report/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[A new independent report names 47 people, including Jeffrey Epstein, after more than 70 former students and campers shared allegations of abuse at Interlochen. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/84/p/interlochen-abuse-report/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tony LaBrie]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Measles Cases Just Hit A 35 Year High. Michigan Is Concerned</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/measles-cases-surge-us/</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:48:53 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. 25 years ago. The numbers coming in now tell a very different story. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/measles-cases-surge-us/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. 25 years ago. The numbers coming in now tell a very different story. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/measles-cases-surge-us/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Andy Rent]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Revisiting The Original Logos of Michigan’s Most Recognizable Brands</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/michigan-original-logos/</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:00:48 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[From subtle tweaks to complete makeovers, these Michigan brands have taken very different approaches to updating their look. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/michigan-original-logos/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[From subtle tweaks to complete makeovers, these Michigan brands have taken very different approaches to updating their look. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/michigan-original-logos/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tommy McNeill]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Michigan Lottery Issues Urgent Warning for Unclaimed $240,955 Prize</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/unclaimed-240k-michigan-lottery-prize/</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:00:41 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Check your old tickets! A $240,955 Fantasy 5 prize from an August drawing in East Jordan remains unclaimed. Here is how the winner can collect the cash. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/unclaimed-240k-michigan-lottery-prize/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Check your old tickets! A $240,955 Fantasy 5 prize from an August drawing in East Jordan remains unclaimed. Here is how the winner can collect the cash. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/unclaimed-240k-michigan-lottery-prize/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Awesome New Cafe-By-Day, Bar-By-Night Restaurant Opening In Grand Rapids</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/the-hoxie-house-cafe-bar/</link>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:00:39 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Coffee in the morning, cocktails at night — one Grand Rapids building is about to do both. Meet The Hoxie, coming soon to Creston. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/the-hoxie-house-cafe-bar/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Coffee in the morning, cocktails at night &#x2014; one Grand Rapids building is about to do both. Meet The Hoxie, coming soon to Creston. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/the-hoxie-house-cafe-bar/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Tommy McNeill]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Hilarious Video Shows Ground Crew Chasing a Squirrel Across Comerica Park</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/detroit-tigers-squirrel-field-delay/</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:04:41 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[While the Detroit Tigers struggled against the Orioles on Monday, a rogue black squirrel took over Comerica Park, leading the grounds crew on a hilarious chase narrated by Jason Benetti. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/detroit-tigers-squirrel-field-delay/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[While the Detroit Tigers struggled against the Orioles on Monday, a rogue black squirrel took over Comerica Park, leading the grounds crew on a hilarious chase narrated by Jason Benetti. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/44/p/detroit-tigers-squirrel-field-delay/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Big Joe Pesh]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>Fried Chicken and Seafood Joint in Northeast Grand Rapids Shuts Down After One Year</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/616-batter-mix-closed-grand-rapids/</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 21:09:10 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Fried chicken and seafood restaurant, 616 Batter Mix in Northeast Grand Rapids, has officially closed after just over a year in business. Here is why the spot shut down and what new restaurant is moving in next. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/616-batter-mix-closed-grand-rapids/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Fried chicken and seafood restaurant, 616 Batter Mix in Northeast Grand Rapids, has officially closed after just over a year in business. Here is why the spot shut down and what new restaurant is moving in next. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/616-batter-mix-closed-grand-rapids/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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      <title>See Rare, Gigantic Eagles at Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park</title>
      <link>https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/huge-eagles-boulder-ridge-alto-michigan/</link>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2026 20:13:18 GMT</pubDate>
      <description><![CDATA[Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park in Alto, Michigan, is now home to Steller’s Sea Eagles. Weighing up to 20 pounds with an 8-foot wingspan, these rare, massive raptors are officially the heaviest eagle species on Earth. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/huge-eagles-boulder-ridge-alto-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park in Alto, Michigan, is now home to Steller&#x2019;s Sea Eagles. Weighing up to 20 pounds with an 8-foot wingspan, these rare, massive raptors are officially the heaviest eagle species on Earth. <a href="https://rivergrandrapids.com/ixp/43/p/huge-eagles-boulder-ridge-alto-michigan/">Continue reading&hellip;</a>]]></content:encoded>
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      <media:description xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/">Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park via Facebook</media:description>
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      <dc:creator><![CDATA[Janna]]></dc:creator>
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