2012

Michigan's recent weather chaos: tornadoes, hail, and a 55-degree temp swing in a day. Are we in for more surprises from winter?

Another great year of ArtPrize in Grand Rapids has concluded. Some of this year's artists and entries will be remembered for years to come, just like we remember Mike Simi's "Mr. Weekend" from 2012.

Last week, Spectrum Health revealed the top boys names of 2012. Liam was the top name for boys at Spectrum Health in 2012.  It was the first time Liam cracked the top ten.  Liam ranked 19th in 2011. 43 boys were named Liam in 2012, earning Liam the top ranking. View the complete top ten and tell us your favorite from 2012.

Last week, Spectrum Health revealed the top girls names of 2012. Emma continues is reign of popularity.  It was the top choice this year.  It was also the most popular in 2009 and 2010. View the complete top twelve and tell us your favorite from 2012.

West Michigan is full of great charities and there are many reasons to give to them. Today, West Michigan residents are taking advantage of one of those reasons...the last day to get a tax break for 2012.

2012 has brought a wide variety of stories to rivergrandrapids.com. National and local stories were both popular this year. We've gathered the most-viewed of 2012 to take another look.

Today is the last day to get your registration entry in to compete in the Reeds Lake Run. The run this year will take place on Saturday, June 30th at 8am, Depending on your age and endurance level you can compete in the Kids' Races, the 5K Run & Walk or the 10K Run. All the fun takes place at Reeds Lake, lets hope for beautiful cool weather. Race fees are $25 if you get your entry in by tod

Anything and everything Easter can be found right here! grNow.com has released their annual Easter guide. It includes local Easter egg hunts, brunches, visits with the Easter Bunny, and even special church services. This year Easter S...

Sneezy, itchy, runny nose?  Those symptoms are happening earlier this year and if you are an allergy sufferer like me, you're getting hit harder and earlier than usual. Tree pollen counts have exploded recently, because of the consecutive days of record temperatures...

I was on WZZM13's website this morning and saw the coolest thing!  By now you know Grand Rapids will be laughing and everyone's blood pressure will be a little lower, come Thursday!  The opening ceremonies for Laughfest will officially begin Thursday evening, Rosa Parks Circle around 5:45...

Did you see them!  About 400 dancers from across the nation were chosen to perform in the Orange Bowl half time show last night, Wednesday night.  Twenty four of those dancers came from the Grand Rapids Ballet's Junior Company.  The Grand Rapids Ballet Junior Company was the only troup chosen from the state of Michigan...

Congrat's to everyone who put this spectacular event together!  Laughfest will return next March 2012  even bigger and better!  Grand Rapids also set the "World's Record For The Largest Rubber Chicken Toss."  Here are some of the numbers...