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CranHill Ministries is thrilled to announce the opening of registrations for the highly anticipated 2024 Summer Youth Camps, commencing on October 1, 2023. Camp enthusiasts, parents, and guardians have rushed to secure their spots for a life-changing adventure as CranHill's registration numbers skyrocket with over 400 eager campers already signed up for the upcoming camp season. CranHill's Summer Youth Camps have been a beacon of inspiration, faith, and adventure for young people for o...

On Wednesday, Oct. 18 at approximately 11:23 P.M., deputies were dispatched to Northland Dr. near 22 Mile Rd. in Green TWP for a motorcycle injury accident. The driver, a 39 year-old male from Big Rapids, was traveling southbound when a deer jumped out in front of him, causing him to crash. He was transported to Big Rapids Hospital for non-life threatening injuries. Deputies were assisted on scene by Big Rapids Fire and Rescue, Mecosta County EMS, and Big Rapids Tow...

Improvements are on the way for the construction of Depot Trail Head Park in Big Rapids. Thanks to approved funding from a special Michigan Strategic Fund meeting last week, 17 projects totaling up to $41 million dollars from all over the West Michigan region will be helped by the collaborative Revitalization and Placemaking Program, or RAP. “City staff is excited about the opportunity to develop Depot Park into a welcoming park for those visiting the City using the newly pa...

The Ferris State University NCAA Division I men's ice hockey squad will square off against Grand Valley State inside FSU's Ewigleben Ice Arena as the "Anchor-Bone On Ice" exhibition game takes place this Friday, Oct. 20, in Big Rapids. The Bulldogs, who are coming off a dramatic eight-round shootout win over nationally 12th-ranked Western Michigan last Friday night, will face the Lakers' American Collegiate Hockey Association (AHCA) club team on Friday with puck drop set...

Lane closures for road work are in effect through 5 P.M. this Thursday on southbound US-131 at 4 Mile Rd.  The work is weather dependent and delays are expected with the construction. For up-to-date information on this project and others, go to the list of statewide lane closures at: www.michigan.gov/drive. 

The nationally top-ranked Ferris State University football squad showed the heart of a champion on Saturday (Oct. 14) in the Anchor-Bone Classic, but the Bulldogs could not overcome a rough start and fell to rival and fourth-ranked Grand Valley State 49-28 before a sold out crowd at Lubbers Stadium in Allendale. The Lakers jumped in front big early and held a 35-0 lead with 12:34 remaining in the first half before FSU responded. The Bulldogs scored 28 consecutive points to pull back within a sco...

To help students with the critical support they need to successfully enroll in classes and complete a skill certificate or associate degree, the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) has invested $350,000 into the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) College Completion Corps to support Michigan's adult students, with a focus on serving Futures for Frontliners and Michigan Reconnect students. This investment will help the state make progress towards the Governor&rsquo...

LIONS HEAD COACH DAN CAMPBELL QUOTE SHEET October 13, 2023 On what happened with Lions TE Sam LaPorta’s injury and if he is expected to play on Sunday: “Yeah, he just had a little bit of a strain. Don’t know, we’ll know more today. He was out in walkthrough, so we’ll see what he looks like out here.” On if Lions TE Anthony Firkser who was added to the practice squad this week is equipped to fill in for Lions TE Sam LaPorta if needed: “Yeah, wel...

 Ferris State University and Grand Valley State University are intense rivals on the football field, but leaders from both schools are teaming up to ask fans to remember to be respectful to each other and enjoy the game this Saturday. The back-to-back National Champion Bulldogs square off against Grand Valley’s Lakers in the Anchor-Bone Classic at 3 p.m. at Lubbers Stadium in Allendale. The powerhouse programs both have 4-1 records, are ranked in the national top 10, and have dominate...

Five Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University students will have their artwork adorn the Michigan House and Senate office buildings as part of the 18th annual Student Art in the Legislature program.   The program, a collaboration between the Michigan Legislature and the Michigan Association of State Universities, each year displays and celebrates the work of student artists from Michigan’s 15 public universities. Work is displayed in the Anderson Hou...