If you’ve ever needed an excuse to take your friendship to the next level (or at least your water bill to a lower level), congratulations — February 5th is National Shower With a Friend Day! Yes, this is a real holiday, and no, I did not make it up.
August 28, 1999: The last “Bozo’s Big Top” Show in Grand Rapids, MI
Today marks a sad anniversary for anyone who grew up in West Michigan during the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s or 90’s. It was on this day, August 28, 1999 that the very last local version of “Bozo’s Big Top” aired on WZZM TV-13. (READ MORE)
Tornado: August 20, 2016
Wow, what a Saturday! To have a tornado go right through the metropolitan Grand Rapids and Wyoming areas…and to have no injuries or deaths. That is truly amazing and I am so grateful everyone is safe. (READ MORE)
July 7, 2017: Goodbye to my 4-wheeled Friend
Friday, July 7th, 2017 was a sad day for me. I said goodbye to a 4-wheeled friend…my 2002 Toyota Celica. (READ MORE)
July 7, 2011: Worst Mass Murder in Grand Rapids
Do you remember where you were on the afternoon and evening of July 7, 2011. If you are from Grand Rapids, you will probably remember once you know what happened that day. It was a day that anyone in this area will remember the rest of their life. it was the day of the worst mass murder in Grand Rapids’ history. (READ MORE)
July 7
Here is what has happened on July 7. (READ MORE)
Pop Tarts – A Breakfast Favorite – Were Invented in Grand Rapids!
Many of us have fond memories of grabbing a Pop Tart on our way out the door in the morning. Do you know how these beloved toaster pastries came to be?