Good morning, Grand Rapids.

A police report shows that a confrontation at Carolina Lowcountry Kitchen in East Grand Rapids began when staff questioned the age of two patrons after one took a sip from another's drink & officers determined it was a civil matter after one woman claimed an employee touched her.

Michigan governor candidates outlined new plans to improve schools as the state struggles with low fourth-grade reading scores; proposals include early literacy programs, revised funding formulas, and enhanced career training (details shared ahead of the Aug.

4 primary).

Students with disabilities are gaining real-world work experience this summer in Georgetown Township through a six-week program run by Michigan Rehabilitation Services, Disability Network Lakeshore and township leaders.

They work at the library, fire department, township offices and parks + build essential skills for future employment.

Crews working on the Grand River restoration removed nearly half of a downtown dam today, uncovering limestone evidence of the river's original rapids.

Visitors can view the updated section near the Blue Bridge while work continues into 2027 to complete the project.

MLive released nearly 500 portraits from West Michigan High School Football Media Days held in late July at high schools in Grand Rapids and Muskegon, capturing players and coaches from over 50 teams as they gear up for the fall season.

Twin brothers with muscular dystrophy, Seth and Liam Kiefer — who attend the annual Mary Free Bed Junior Wheelchair Sports Camp at Grand Valley — enjoy competitive sports and community, joining over 50 other campers in adaptive basketball and dodge ball.

The camp offers them a chance to connect and grow while playing the games they love.

Today the West Michigan Whitecaps play at LMCU Ballpark as the Michigan Snowbirds, offering bright jerseys, themed food, drinks, and giveaways.

Fans can enjoy added entertainment and a chance to win a trip to Florida.