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97.9 WGRD covers everything from local news stories to weather updates to business openings and closings to entertainment features to unique and interesting things you never even knew existed in and around Michigan. Our content is available for free on our websites and our free mobile app. These are just some of the communities that we are proud to inform

The countdown’s on! Grand Rapids turns into a winter wonderland November 22!
11/15/2025

The countdown’s on! Grand Rapids turns into a winter wonderland November 22!

In the wake of Marshawn Kneeland’s tragic passing the WMU football team took the field with his number, his jersey and t...
11/15/2025

In the wake of Marshawn Kneeland’s tragic passing the WMU football team took the field with his number, his jersey and their hearts set on one thing - a win for their brother.

Pot shops say new Michigan rule to “snitch” on customers is absurd.
11/15/2025

Pot shops say new Michigan rule to “snitch” on customers is absurd.

The community answered the call in West Michigan with 631 coats collected during the Warm Hearts drive. These coats will...
11/15/2025

The community answered the call in West Michigan with 631 coats collected during the Warm Hearts drive. These coats will help people in downtown Grand Rapids stay warm as winter sets in.

A long-cold case in Michigan is back in focus as the father of three missing boys faces murder charges more than a decad...
11/15/2025

A long-cold case in Michigan is back in focus as the father of three missing boys faces murder charges more than a decade after their disappearance.

A Michigan hunter allegedly shot a neighbor’s dog after the dogs wandered onto his land the story of how it all unfolded...
11/15/2025

A Michigan hunter allegedly shot a neighbor’s dog after the dogs wandered onto his land the story of how it all unfolded and what happens next.

Michigan residents are urged to check their refrigerators for an herb that could cause serious health consequences.
11/15/2025

Michigan residents are urged to check their refrigerators for an herb that could cause serious health consequences.

Eminem is joining the Detroit Lions to overhaul the Thanksgiving halftime show and finally give fans the performance the...
11/14/2025

Eminem is joining the Detroit Lions to overhaul the Thanksgiving halftime show and finally give fans the performance they have been waiting for.

11/14/2025
A Washington fan jumped the wall and went after Detroit Lions long-snapper Hogan Hatten, only to leave with a lifetime b...
11/14/2025

A Washington fan jumped the wall and went after Detroit Lions long-snapper Hogan Hatten, only to leave with a lifetime ban and a bruised ego.

A Washington fan jumped the wall and went after Hogan Hatten, only to leave with a lifetime ban and a bruised ego.

Big flavors are coming to West Michigan! A popular Thai restaurant is growing with new spots on the way.
11/14/2025

Big flavors are coming to West Michigan! A popular Thai restaurant is growing with new spots on the way.

A routine welfare check in Michigan uncovered a disturbing scene behind a local home.
11/14/2025

A routine welfare check in Michigan uncovered a disturbing scene behind a local home.

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