The Weeklies: Michigan company may bring gas to Coal Country Nov 16, 2008
Major Pipelines of Grand Rapids would like to give people another option. The company has approached both the Hazen and Beulah city leaders and they met recently to jointly mull over the proposal, in which the company would finance construction of a branch gas line into both towns. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Looking to fill jobs Nov 16, 2008
The survey was conducted by the Workforce Development Committee by the Bismarck-Mandan Development Association at a job fair in Grand Rapids, Mich ... Like Grand Rapids, where more than 8 percent of the eligible workforce is out of a job ... "In all of the people (surveyed)in Grand Rapids,"Herman said, "not one of them said they would not relocate to North Dakota. Weather was not an issue.". (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Holland Christian batters Rams Nov 15, 2008
Holland Christian, a sixth-year program, will play the winner of today's Grand Rapids Catholic Central/Kingsford contest in next weekend's state semifinals. CONTINUED 1. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Innovative Surgery Provides New Lease On Life To Dogs Nov 15, 2008
Jake was referred to MSU by veterinarian Sarah Shull of Grand Rapids Family Friends Veterinary Hospital and Pet Care Center, where he now undergoes intensive physical rehabilitation under the guidance of Kim Selbee. Dan and Sue Falk of Grands Rapids are Jake s owners. (Science Daily)
Chronic wasting disease hits Michigan Nov 15, 2008
However, roughly two months ago a deer in a captive breeding facility in Kent County near Grand Rapids tested positive for CWD. Now we have the million dollar question, did it get into the wild deer population. Wildlife managers have been so concerned about this deadly disease that way back in 2002 the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Michigan Department of Natural Resources developed an action plan should CWD appear in the state. (Cassopolis Vigilant, MI)
Bonds: • Renewed Stock Slide Spurs Bid For Bonds; Dismal Retail Report Also A Factor In Rise Nov 15, 2008
"Once again the equity market demonstrated that its problems were not resolved, and that brought people back to the fixed-income markets," said Mitchell Stapley, chief fixed-income officer at FTAM in Grand Rapids, Mich. Sales at U.S. retailers fell a record 2. (Investors Business Daily)
J-L board accepts security camera bid Nov 15, 2008
The other two were from Maximum Security in Gaylord and Simplex Grinnell of Grand Rapids. The board listened to a presentation on security cameras during the September board meeting. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Women's Basketball Signs Four For 2009-10 Nov 14, 2008
All four hail from Michigan and include 5-11 guard (Grand Rapids, Mich. Forest Hills Northern), 5-11 guard (Kentwood, Mich. (Wsuathletics.com)
Lady Vikes spike Mt. Morris in regional final Nov 14, 2008
That year they made a run to the semifinals, where they lost to eventual Class B Champion Grand Rapids South Christian. If North Branch is waiting for Lakewood in their home gymnasium on Tuesday, Grunewald said she is confidant her team will be ready to go after the No. 1 ranked. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Encouraging local shopping this holiday Nov 14, 2008
She said a lot of people turn to the big box retailers on 28th Street in the Grand Rapids area for shopping, but she tries to attract customers with their attention to detail, their unique products and getting to know customers on a personal basis ... Instead of traveling all the way to Grand Rapids and Lansing, support your community, she said. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Wells continues homer streak in AFL Nov 14, 2008
" The Grand Rapids, Mich. native put up solid numbers in the regular season, finishing with 27 homers and 79 RBIs between Class A West Michigan and Double-A Erie. He homered on consecutive days six times during the year, most recently from Aug. 23-24, and reeled off another big week earlier that month when he launched five long balls in five days for the SeaWolves. "They've come in bunches, and I feel comfortable," he said. "It's about just getting that confidence back. You hit a home run and... (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Which cities will weather the downturn? Nov 13, 2008
Grand Rapids, sixth-worst in the overall standings, is the other Michigan entry at the tail end of bizjournals' list. The five Ohio markets in the bottom seven are Toledo, Youngstown, Dayton, Cleveland and Akron. (MSNBC -- Business)
Man charged with killing 4 in Ottawa County Nov 13, 2008
The victims were found at the Zimmers' home 13 miles northwest of Grand Rapids in Ottawa County's Wright Township. Police believe the fire was intentionally set to cover up the killings. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Lundy fails to appear in court Nov 13, 2008
Her two children, plus another, are living with a foster family in Grand Rapids. Comments. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Prospect Ryan catching up Nov 13, 2008
It's another step in the development of a 23-year-old Grand Rapids, Mich. native who jumped from low Class A West Michigan to Erie in midseason. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
G.R. lands low-cost carrier Nov 12, 2008
GRAND RAPIDS -- With the season's first snow covering the ground, the timing could not have been better: Gerald R. Ford International Airport officials announced Monday that it had landed a low-cost airline to fly to vacation destinations in Florida. Allegiant Air will move from Lansing's Capital City Airport to Grand Rapids in early February, offering discount, nonstop flights to Orlando and Tampa/St. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Hope College reopens after outbreak Nov 12, 2008
About 13 percent of this small college of 3,200 in Holland, southwest of Grand Rapids, flooded into the campus Health Center last week with diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramps and other symptoms ... Brielle Heilman, 20, a special education student from Byron Center, near Grand Rapids, said she is grateful she didn't come down with the bug ... " Article Tools: In the Blogs... Melody Baetens: Sorry for the lack of posts this week. I'm gearing up for some much-need vacation time, especially after... (DetNews.com)
Shop Talk, 11-12-08 Nov 12, 2008
To my knowledge, I am currently the only Creative Partner north of Grand Rapids, and I am very excited to be breaking new ground up here. I am hoping other women will take advantage of this wonderful opportunity. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
THEATER REVIEW | 'SATURN RETURNS' Nov 11, 2008
The melancholy note the play strives for often sharpens into something more like sourness, despite a touching performance from John McMartin as the 88-year-old Gustin Novak of Grand Rapids, Mich. who tramps around his decaying mansion (evocatively designed by Ralph Funicello) with, for companionship, the specters of his former selves and of the women he loved and lost. (New York Times)
Jaguars, Lions both desperate for a win Nov 11, 2008
Sunday, November 09, 2008 By Tom Kowalski Grand Rapids Press. DETROIT -- When NFL teams go through the week of preparation for a game on Sunday, all of their focus is geared toward winning the game. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Hossa scores twice as Wings top Devils Nov 11, 2008
Sunday, November 09, 2008 By Ansar Khan Grand Rapids Press. DETROIT -- The Detroit Red Wings went back to the laboratory during their five-day break, trying to devise a remedy for their defensive woes and penalty-killing problems. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Iverson eager to adapt to Pistons Nov 11, 2008
Sunday, November 09, 2008 By A. Sherrod Blakely Grand Rapids Press. Press News Service. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
UPDATE: College estimates 400 students, staff struck by norovirus-like illness... Nov 11, 2008
Hope College estimates 400 students, staff struck by norovirus-like illness - Grand Rapids News - The Grand Rapids Press Online - Michigan Newspaper - MLive ... GRAND RAPIDS SHOPPING ... Find great deals from these Grand Rapids Press advertisers online. (The Drudge Report)
Advocates want action on road spending this year Nov 11, 2008
Task force members, who held press conferences Monday in Southfield, Lansing and Grand Rapids, said action in lame duck could lay the groundwork for debate on other funding ideas in the future. One option that could be considered next year is toll-financed construction or expansion of highways. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Looming Lawmakers Damp Small-Bank Interest in U.S. Treasury Capital Plan Nov 11, 2008
What I would really like is an offer that is complete, that is governed by the four corners of a contract that you can analyze,'' said Johnson, whose Grand Rapids, Michigan-based bank has $420 million in assets. Treasury Secretary last month said he would use $250 billion from the government's $700 billion financial rescue package to inject capital into U.S. banks. (Bloomberg -- US)
Capt. Christopher Macon retires from Dayton's Office of Naval Intelligence Nov 11, 2008
Capt. Macon is currently a professional development consultant at Fifth/Third Bank in Grand Rapids ... Capt. Macon has served in the community as past board chairman of the Grand Rapids Urban League and Blodgett Family Services. (Dowagiac News, MI)
National Copper benefit planned Nov. 22 at Elks Nov 11, 2008
"It was on the news in Grand Rapids," she said Friday. "He's lucky to be alive.". (Dowagiac News, MI)
Several stunners in Michigan Nov 9, 2008
Grand Rapids Catholic Central 31, Muskegon Orchard View 12 GRCC was a #3 seed while Orchard View had the top seed ... Division 2East Grand Rapids 61, Mt Pleasant 19 Davison 35, Flushing 14Stevensville Lakeshore 33, St Joseph 13 East Lansing 28, DeWitt 0 Chelsea 22, Mason 20 ... Division 3East Grand Rapids 61, Mt Pleasant 19 Stevensville Lakeshore 33, St Joseph 13 East Lansing 28, DeWitt 0 Chelsea 22, Mason 20. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
National City Economist and Pulte CEO to Present at Inforum Economic Outlook 2009 Luncheon on November 13 Nov 8, 2008
Founded as the Women's Economic Club in 1962 in Detroit, Inforum now has affiliates in Grand Rapids and Lansing, Michigan. For more information, visit or call 877. (PR Newswire)
Rams defense holds strong Nov 8, 2008
And a handful of quick-study sophomores gave their team the push it needed to advance to next weekend's regional final at undefeated and No. 2-ranked Holland Christian, which knocked off Grand Rapids South Christian, 37-8. It will be familiar territory for South Haven (8-3) coach Sam Nichols, who was an assistant there last season. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Stem-cell law has little local impact Nov 8, 2008
Some of those firms are in the Grand Rapids area ... The Grand Rapids Press reported in October that Institute CEO David Van Andel has said his scientists don't need to do embryonic stem-cell research ... And prior to Tuesday's election, Birgit Klohs, president of Grand Rapids economic development organization The Right Place, had declined to take a position on the proposal. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Bank to auction Knoll belongings Nov 8, 2008
5 million two years ago from auctioning items owned by disgraced CyberNET head Barton Watson, of Grand Rapids. More recently, Miedema said hundreds of thousands of dollars were generated from the auction of assets from Michael Vorce, a Grand Rapids boat broker who was arrested for loan fraud. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
CyberSurvey: Is Rodriguez's first U-M season worse than you thought it would be? Nov 8, 2008
Is Michigan's first football season under Rich Rodriguez worse than you thought it would be. The worst part about this is the fact that RR is stubborn, he is dedicated to the spread offense, even though he hardly has the personnel to run it with success. (Detroit News)
Toby takes the town with new Portsmouth symphony director Nov 8, 2008
He was born in Grand Rapids, Mich. and went to school in Michigan and Ohio. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Suburban continues winning ways Nov 7, 2008
The team, made up of players from the Kalamazoo, Jackson and Grand Rapids areas, currently holds world championship status after winning the men's Amateur Softball Association's Class C National Championships in Oklahoma City, Okla. According to player-coach B.J. Roberts, Suburban won the championship in ``dramatic fashion'' in extra innings, 14-13, against Eastern national champion CA-JO's ``in what most people called one of the most exciting finishes in ASA history. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Obama finds success in markets hit by real estate, manufacturing slump Nov 7, 2008
Bush won Grand Rapids, Mich. by 19 points in 2004. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
Cemetery owners urge reform legislation action Nov 7, 2008
On Tuesday, Attorney General Mike Cox charged Nelms with 22 counts for allegedly embezzling more than 4 million in cemetery trust funds from Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Grand Rapids in 2004. The charges against Nelms are tied to the criminal investigation of Clayton Smart, who is charged with allegedly embezzling 70 million from cemetery trust funds affecting 28 Michigan cemeteries. (Dowagiac News, MI)
PREP FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS: DISTRICT FINALS PREVIEW Nov 6, 2008
Friday's Grand Rapids South Christian (9-1)/Holland Christian (10-0) game. Four things to watch. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Summer in November, but will we pay for it? Nov 6, 2008
In Grand Rapids, for instance, it was the second snowiest winter on record. Ionia County suffered mightily, too, as cities, used up snow removal budgets half-way through winter. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Survey: Economy top concern for US voters Nov 5, 2008
Primary results: lect. 11/5/2008, 2:37 a.m. EST The Associated Press. (MLive.com)
Niles man sentenced Nov 5, 2008
GRAND RAPIDS - United States Attorney Donald A. Davis announced the Honorable Robert Holmes Bell sentenced Wilbur J. Minisee II, 33, of Niles, to 42 months imprisonment, followed by three years supervised release and restitution of more than 300,000 for his role in a conspiracy to make false statements to influence the actions of the farm Services Agency, an agency within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). From 2002 through 2004, Minisee submitted false documents to the FSA to... (Niles Star, MI)
Gaylord girls take 4th place at cross country states Nov 5, 2008
East Grand Rapids won the race, with Grand Rapids Christian placing second and Williamston taking third. Jordain Tomecek of Milan was the overall champion, with a time of 17:40. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Lady Bucks finish 22nd at state finals Nov 4, 2008
Red Kamyszek of Grand Rapids Kenowa Hills was the overall winner with a time of 15:32 ... Linden was the Division 2 boys' champion with a score of 59 points, while Vicksburg was second with 174, Otsego third with 191, Chelsea fourth with 215 and Grand Rapids Forest Hills Northern with 222 ... East Grand Rapids took the team championship with 98 points. (Niles Star, MI)
Bernanke Push for Lower Bank Borrowing Costs Drives Treasury Yields Higher Nov 4, 2008
The totals may be bigger under than because the Democratic presidential nominee is more open to spending on programs such as infrastructure, said , who oversees $22 billion as chief fixed-income officer at Fifth Third Asset Management in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Grading on a scale of 0 to 100 -- 0 being less supply, 100 being a whole lot more supply -- both candidates are both probably 75 and above,'' he said. (Bloomberg)
Rule change makes penalty kill tougher for Wings Nov 2, 2008
Sunday, November 02, 2008 By Ansar Khan Grand Rapids Press. BURNABY, British Columbia -- Lack of discipline and poor execution are the main reasons the Detroit Red Wings haven't been nearly as strong as usual killing penalties this season. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Hoyer shows his mettle in comeback win Nov 2, 2008
Sunday, November 02, 2008 By Steve Grinczel Grand Rapids Press. EAST LANSING -- A Quarterback with a capital "Q" was born in Spartan Stadium on Saturday afternoon. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Schedule shows little margin of error for McCain Nov 2, 2008
Browse by day posted. Browse by week posted. (MLive.com)
Holland powersCougars offense Nov 1, 2008
GRAND RAPIDS -- Phil Wilson sounds as calm as always when talking about his Kalamazoo Valley Community College volleyball team's journey through the postseason. His players are following suit, and have been keeping panic at bay in the games leading up to today's semifinal in the National Junior College Athletic Association Regional Tournament at Ford Fieldhouse. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
LMC volleyball trio earn post season honors Nov 1, 2008
The six-team regionals is being hosted by Grand Rapids Community College. LMC finished the regular season in third place in Michigan Community College Athletic Association (MCCAA) conference play, advancing to the league tournament last weekend, where they fell to KVCC in the finals. (Niles Star, MI)
Regulators shut down Freedom Bank in Florida Nov 1, 2008
The FDIC said the bank's deposits will be assumed by Fifth Third Bank of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Its four branches will reopen Monday as offices of Fifth Third Bank. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Bowler collapses, dies after rolling perfect game Nov 1, 2008
Jim Nutt spoke with Grand Rapids TV stations WOOD and WZZM about his friend and teammate, who collapsed Oct. 16 at Ravenna Bowl. Nutt says Doane won't be forgotten by his many friends at the Muskegon County bowling alley. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Routine the same for state final-bound GHS girls Nov 1, 2008
This year, while still one of Division 2 s strongest contenders, the No. 4-ranked Devils must deal with powerhouses No. 1 Grand Rapids Christian and No. 2 East Grand Rapids ... On a great day, with all runners near their personal bests and Grand Rapids Christian and East Grand Rapids having an off day, we could possibly repeat as state champions, Kalember said. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
GLIAC's top honor a surprise to Koopsen Oct 31, 2008
GRAND RAPIDS -- Senior Audrey Koopsen expected to be named first-team all-conference as Grand Valley State University's No. 1 tennis player. She was stunned when she was also announced as the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference women's tennis player of the year on Sunday at the conference tournament in Midland. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Dog Man legend still haunts woods of Michigan Oct 31, 2008
And this man-sized, two-legged, upright-walking canine reportedly has been sighted as nearby as Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids, according to author and researcher of the weird Linda Godfrey. Fact or just fiction. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Religion briefs Oct 31, 2008
Granholm spokeswoman Liz Boyd said Tuesday the governor was speaking for herself in Grand Rapids, not remarking on church policy. Michigan's Catholic bishops have taken a strong position against Proposal 2. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
KALAMAZOO PROSTITUTION CASEFBI finds justice not obstructed Oct 30, 2008
John King, supervisory resident agent with the FBI's Grand Rapids office, said Tuesday that the federal probe found ``no evidence'' that anyone in Public Safety purposely failed to produce evidence collected in the case when the city turned the probe over to federal agents in June 2003. According to King, evidence collected by the FBI -- including records from telephones used by the suspected call girl -- showed no connections to ``anybody in the law enforcement arena or judicial involvement... (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Author denounces childbirth practices, day-care emphasis Oct 29, 2008
Arms, author of the 1975 best-seller ``Immaculate Deception'' and its sequel, ``Immaculate Deception II,'' visited western Michigan last week and spoke in Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids. There is a lot that is different (since 1975),'' Arms said in an interview during her Kalamazoo visit. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Anniversary: Laurences celebrate gold Oct 29, 2008
The couple have six children: Mary Graham of Gaylord; Theresa Zywicki of Traverse City; Cathy Smith of Gaylord; Frank J. Laurence Jr. of Gaylord; Steve E. Laurence of Grand Rapids and Patricia Laurence of Gaylord. The Laurences also have 12 grandchildren. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Alaska newspaper endorses Obama Oct 28, 2008
The Grand Rapids Press in Michigan supported Mr McCain for his "sheer depth of experience, principled courage and unassailable independence". But the Baltimore Sun said Mr Obama's "steadiness and thoughtful approach to issues show he has the judgment and depth of knowledge to lead the country". (BBC News)
Dowagiac travels to Three Rivers Friday Oct 28, 2008
"Grand Rapids had a perfect eight teams, so they were kept together and Three Rivers came with us.". Stanger traded films with Wildcats' coach J.J. Wagner Sunday night and the two shared a laugh about not having to do too much research about their first round opponent. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Upton's opponent brings campaign to Dowagiac Oct 28, 2008
"Grand Rapids. Detroit. Indianapolis. Chicago. Cleveland. I also have customers in Iowa and we've had doors go as far as Alaska, Florida and Canada. We can reproduce old doors from the 1930s. "We're building 4-foot-wide cherry doors, 93 1/2 inches tall and 2 1/4 inches thick. We'll have quarter-inch plywood in the middle, then solid cherry panels on both sides. (Dowagiac News, MI)
McCain Says He'd Balance Democratic Congress Oct 27, 2008
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Football Improves To 7-2 With 14-7 Triumph Over Hillsdale Oct 26, 2008
Weatherhead completed back-to-back passes to Panizzi (12 yards) and Aaron Waldie (14 yards) before having his final pass broken up by freshman safety (Grand Rapids, Mich. Rockford). (Wsuathletics.com)
Franzen hurt, yet Red Wings prevail Oct 26, 2008
Sunday, October 26, 2008 By Ansar Khan Grand Rapids Press. CHICAGO -- The Detroit Red Wings can only hope Johan Franzen makes as quick a recovery as they did on Saturday night. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Washington's Zorn recalls play of Barry Sanders Oct 26, 2008
Sunday, October 26, 2008 By Tom Kowalski Grand Rapids Press. DETROIT -- Washington coach Jim Zorn has a lot of fond memories of Detroit and he would like to add one more today. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
