West Michigan

At the 76th Street Truckstop Diner in West Michigan, a competitive eater took on a six smash burger challenge and finished it in under 12 minutes, far ahead of the 30-minute limit.

A new café near Gun Lake Casino, Sweetgrass Moon Café, is putting Indigenous culture at the center of its food, coffee, and overall experience.

After closing in 2024, Frankie V’s is officially planning a return to 28th Street in Wyoming, with renovations underway at the former Applebee’s site and a fall 2026 reopening expected.

Barry G’s Italian Ice in Dutton is closing after more than a decade, with the owner’s declining health cited as the reason. The shop was known for ice cream, Italian ice, and homemade waffle cones.

Night the cat ran off during a family's move in 2021. Five years later, he turned up in a nearby rental — and a microchip led him right back to his owner.

Summer means road work season. Here are the biggest closures and projects drivers should know right now.

Blues Traveler, Gin Blossoms, and Spin Doctors are coming to the Allegan County Fair on Sept. 18 as part of the 2026 grandstand lineup, adding a major ‘90s rock night to the growing schedule.

After decades abroad and a stay in a Scottish castle, this overdue book finally returned to Niles.

After nearly 15 years, Greenbush Brewing Co. in Sawyer has shut down. The brewery became a cornerstone of the Southwest Michigan scene before economic challenges brought its run to an end.

Looking for free things to do this summer? West Michigan outdoor movie nights are back with 20+ screenings across parks, lakeshores, and downtown spots.