Starting out as a weatherman/TV-Radio host for TV8 in the 70's, I also played "Captain Woody" on the TV8 afternoon kids show, might be the most recognized personality in the West Michigan area having been on radio and TV for the better part of three decades. I'm originally a "Hoosier" from Muncie, Indiana and always wanted to be in “show biz”. After graduating from Ball State University, I stayed in Indiana, working in radio and TV in Richmond, Muncie and Indianapolis. I moved to Grand Rapids to work at WOOD-TV where I met my wife Kathy. I'm deeply involved in the Grand Rapids and West Michigan community. I've served on the board of directors of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), the Metropolitan YMCA, and Easter Seals-Michigan. I also assist the Salvation Army, DeGage Ministries, JDRF, Disability Advocates, Hope Network, and various other non-profit organizations. Interests: I love golf, travel, reading, dining out, theater and movies. And, of course my children and grandchildren. My wife Kathy and I have seven children and thirteen grandchildren. We have a busy life. Music: I love all kinds - especially jazz, blues, and classical, rock and pop hits. The best part about my job: The ability to make a difference in the community.
Andy Rent
Do You Remember the Downtown Grand Rapids City Centre?
Who remembers the short lived City Centre mall in downtown Grand Rapids? What fun it was to shop there through it's many floors and take the glass elevators up to the top.
Let’s ‘Stuff the Bus” This Saturday for Kids
Let's 'Stuff the Bus" This Saturday for Kids
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Can You Use Your Cell Phone While Driving in Michigan?
New Public Space Mural Going Up in Downtown
New Public Space Mural Going Up in Downtown
Meijer Gardens to Welcome 12-Millionth Visitor Tomorrow
Meijer Gardens to Welcome 12-Millionth Visitor Tomorrow
What’s Up With These Gas Prices?
Gas prices are on their way up.
Broadway Grand Rapids Announces Blockbuster Season
Broadway Grand Rapids Announces Blockbuster Season
U.S. Justice Department Honors GRPD Officer
U.S. Justice Department Honors GRPD Officer
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The Butterflies are coming in just 4-weeks.
A Sure Sign of Spring is Oberon Goes on Sale in March
It's a sure sign that everything is right with the world when Bell's Brewery announces their annual release of Oberon. And, yes Virginia, there will be Oberon again, on March 25th!