Big Rapids Daily News

07/08/2025

Catch up on the local running season with The Rundown!

On this special holiday episode of The Rundown, Brandon joins Tri-County cross country and track coach Weston Rackley to discuss the Viking program's inspiring rebuild, their championship triumph last fall, and adapting to the rapid development within the sport of running.

WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2pRuyXKS04

07/08/2025

Next Wednesday, July 16, the City of Big Rapids will be hosting an official ribbon-cutting ceremony for Swede Hill Skate Park.

Details: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/799208

07/08/2025

Tonight at the Mecosta County Fair, four individuals will compete on the racetrack for charity in the Sulky Celebrity Race. Learn who's racing and more about the benefit infield party below.

https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/799230

07/08/2025

A home invasion and short car pursuit were reported on last week's Mecosta County Sheriff's Blotter.

Full Blotter: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/799194

07/07/2025

A look at some local events upcoming on our Big Rapids Media Network Community Calendar!

Submit your event here: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/community/submit-an-event

07/07/2025

It’s fair week in Big Rapids! Before you head out to the fair grounds this week, check out our 10 top things to know.

Read: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/798996

07/07/2025

The Big Rapids City Commission will meet tonight to discuss the Tonkin Drain Project assessment, introduce two new police officers, and hear Mayor Fred Guenther’s "State of the City" address.

Details: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/798959

07/07/2025

A 28-year-old passenger from Grand Haven was taken to the hospital on Sunday after a collision with a deer on U.S. 131.

More: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/798969

07/06/2025

A look at some of the week's biggest stories on Big Rapids Daily News.

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07/06/2025

The Newaygo County Sheriff's Office is asking for public assistance with identifying the subject of a recent break-in. The incident occurred at the Freeman Bar in Troy Township early Friday morning.

More: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/798942

07/06/2025

Ferris State University golfer Hallie Crozier’s determination in battling health challenges has inspired student-athletes and the Women's Golf Coaches Association, which awarded her its Kim Moore Spirit Award.

Full Story: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/798941

07/05/2025

UPDATE: Search and rescue teams successfully recovered the body of 34-year-old David Thompson from Lake Mecosta around 11:30 a.m. Saturday morning.

More: https://bigrapidsdailynews.com/breaking-news/798935