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Culver's Coming to Allendale This Fall

Soon there will be a place to grab butter burgers and frozen custard on Lake Michigan Drive. Continue reading…

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Police Search for Driver Who Hit Bicyclist in Ottawa County

The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office is searching for the driver of a pick up truck who took off after hitting a bicyclist in Allendale Friday night. Continue reading…

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GVSU Hosting Pow Wow This Weekend

The pow wow is free and open to the public. Continue reading…

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Best Places to Hunt for Morel Mushrooms in Michigan in 2019

See morel mushroom hunting tips too. Continue reading…

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Serious Accident Near Allendale Sends 5 To Hospital

One driver was flown by Aero-Med. Continue reading…

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GVSU Attempting World Record for Largest Periodic Table

The world record attempt will take place on Saturday, Oct. 19. Continue reading…

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2019 Michigan High School Football Playoffs Schedule: Week 1

Opening weekend features some big local rivalries. Continue reading…

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Science Olympiad Tournament, Other Events Cancelled at GVSU

Read more about how GVSU is responding to COVID-19. Continue reading…

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GVSU Students Asked to Self Quarantine for Two Weeks

The college has the largest outbreak of positive COVID-19 cases of any college in the state, according to state data and WOOD TV8. Continue reading…

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New Middle Eastern Restaurant Now Open in Allendale

Allendale residents who are craving Middle Eastern food don't have to drive to Grand Rapids anymore. Continue reading…

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Spotlight: Allendale Women Serves On Guided Missile Destroyer

For 245 years, in both calm and rough waters, the Navy has stood the watch to protect the homeland, preserve freedom of the seas, and defend our way of life. An Allendale women is serving in the Navy...

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Menna’s Joint Shuts Down All Locations, Including Grand Rapids & Allendale

Another Downtown GR Restaraunt Closes Shop Continue reading…

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Mother of Late Trayvon Martin Keynotes GRCC, GVSU and Davenport Martin Luther...

Grand Rapids Community College's 29th annual the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., Day celebration is being highlighted by a commemoration program Monday night with keynote speaker Sybrina Fulton, the...

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West Michigan Family to Appear on HGTV’s ‘House Hunters’ [Video]

This Thursday, tune in to HGTV's "House Hunters" for some familiar sites! A couple from West Michigan, Mike and Brandi Czechowskyj, are being featured on the show! Continue reading…

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Five Things I Learned at the GVSU Football Spring Classic

GVSU Football enjoyed perfect weather at the Spring Classic on Saturday. Fans appreciated the weather, but they'd like to see touchdowns and a strong Laker defense even more this fall. Continue reading…

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Allendale, Belding and Wyoming Schools Among Michigan’s Healthiest

West Michigan schools are among 38 in Michigan being recognized for bringing healthy food, activities and lifestyles to their students. Continue reading…

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GVSU Hosting ‘Poképarty’ on Tuesday

Add Grand Valley State University to the millions of those embracing Pokémon GO around the world. GVSU is hosting a Poképarty on Tuesday, July 19. Continue reading…

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GVSU Offering New Course: Black Lives Matter

Grand Valley State University students will have the opportunity to take a new, one-credit elective course this fall which combines history and discussions about race. The course is named Black Lives...

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GVSU Sets Record Enrollment With Over 25,000 Students

Grand Valley State University reports they have set new enrollment records including: total enrollment, first-year students, minority students and those living on campus. Continue reading…

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New Street Lights Increase Safety at GVSU, More Lights Planned

Grand Valley State University, Consumers Energy and Allendale Township installed six temporary lighting towers on 48th Avenue over the weekend. They will continue to work together to install permanent...

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GVSU Celebrates Native American Heritage

Grand Valley State University's annual Native American Heritage Celebration runs for the next several weeks with discussions, films and more. Continue reading…

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National Speakers Part of GVSU’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Week

Two nationally known speakers will highlight Grand Valley State University's events honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Continue reading…

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‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ Opens Allendale Movies in the Park on Friday

Everyone loves relaxing and enjoying a movie, but sometimes it's hard to take the time and give up a precious summer night outdoors to do it. Thankfully the growing trend of outdoor movies allows us to...

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West Michigan Christmas Parades and Tree Lightings: Dec. 1 – 2

December is here and so is the season's busiest weekend of parades, tree lightings and other fun Christmas activities in West Michigan! Continue reading…

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GVSU Events Celebrating Black History Month

See a list of events planned during the month of February. Continue reading…

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GVSU Celebrates 117 Sets of Twins With Group Photo

There are 117 sets of twins, five sets of triplets and one set of quadruplets enrolled at Grand Valley this year. Continue reading…

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No. 2 GVSU Hosting No. 3 Ferris State on Saturday

The game kicks-off in Allendale at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday! Continue reading…

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Owner Needs Help Finding Rare Puppies Stolen In Allendale

The puppies were stolen out of his backyard a week ago. Continue reading…

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GVSU to Name New University President on Tuesday

Current GVSU President Thomas J. Haas will be retiring on June 30, 2019. Continue reading…

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GVSU Hosting STEM Event for Middle School Students on Saturday

Students will participate in workshops and activities focusing on cell and molecular biology, engineering, math, physics and chemistry. Continue reading…

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Ooh! Ahh! — Where to Watch Fireworks this 4th of July Weekend

Where can you go to see fireworks this year? We have put together a list where you can see fireworks on various nights all weekend long. Continue reading…

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Is Fulton Street Dairy Queen Closed For Good?

There are rumors that one Grand Rapids area Dairy Queen will not be returning in the spring of 2023. Continue reading…

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Plan Ahead: West Michigan Fairs and Festivals in November

It is the time of year when the fairs and festivals shift to Christmas and Winter activities...from shopping to Christmas light displays, food, wine, and weddings. Continue reading…

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Things To Do in West Michigan This Weekend: November 24-27, 2022

It's a busy weekend...from Thanksgiving Dinner, to Christmas Shopping, Christmas Parades and Lights, a Turkey Trot, Christmas Concerts, Hockey, and Basketball. Continue reading…

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Gas is Under $3 per Gallon at Some Grand Rapids Area Pumps

As of last weekend, some gas stations in West Michigan have prices at under $3 a gallon for unleaded gasoline. Continue reading…

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