3+ week, 6+ day ago   (112+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — After closing its doors, Books & Mortar in Grand Rapids is getting another chapter. The bookstore on Cherry Street SE near Diamond Avenue SE will reopen next month under new ownership. Last month, former owner Jenny Kinne…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (138+ words) BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (WOOD) — Fazoli's has closed its restaurant in Battle Creek, marking the end of the fast-food Italian chain's presence in West Michigan. The Battle Creek location at 5445 Beckley Rd. near Riverside Drive is no longer operating, a spokesperson…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago   (348+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Grand Rapids' Yesterdog is marking 50 years of serving up its iconic hot dogs with three days of celebration. It all started in 1976 with founder Bill Lewis, who wanted a spot to grab a bite after a…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (90+ words) John Ross, owner of Savory Steakhouse, has until June 30 to pay off $5,211.41 in unpaid property taxes in order for his liquor license to renew. Grand Rapids restaurant's liquor license at risk due to unpaid taxes John Ross, owner of Savory…...

2+ mon, 4+ week ago   (76+ words) Kail and Shante are the owners of Sis's Stories Mobile Bookstore. The mother, daughter duo began as a simple summer passion project in July 2025 but it has since grown into a cozy, traveling book haven in Michigan. Kail and Shante…...

3+ mon, 1+ day ago   (178+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A Thai restaurant on Grand Rapids’ northeast side has closed. Mai’s Thai at 1220 College Ave. NE near Leonard Street announced its “permanent closure” Wednesday evening. The restaurant formerly had a spot on Michigan Street but relocated…...

3+ mon, 1+ day ago   (58+ words) A new nonprofit grocery store is filling a gap in Grand Rapids’ Creston neighborhood, offering fresh produce and other essentials within walking distance. (This video aired June 10, 2026) A new nonprofit grocery store is filling a gap in Grand Rapids' Creston…...

3+ mon, 1+ week ago   (56+ words) Across the craft beer industry, sales are down from their peak a few years ago. That's why Brewery Vivant is shifting its production from on-site to Saugatuc... Across the craft beer industry, sales are down from their peak a few…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (374+ words) TRAVERSE CITY— Wheels on Rails, Michigan’s only rail biking experience based in Traverse City, is welcoming guests with new upgrades this season. The enhancements include a pedal bike assist motor and an expansion to accommodate more groups.. The business, founded…...

3+ mon, 4+ week ago   (217+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — With the first concert at the Acrisure Amphitheater approaching, parking in downtown Grand Rapids is one of the biggest concerns among people planning to attend events there this summer and fall. The City of Grand Rapids has…...