Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Jean Timmer has kept East Grand Rapids students safe for 30 years at a busy Lake Drive crossing by ensuring drivers stop and teaching kids safe road habits.

She now helps train new guards (and builds strong community trust) every school morning.

Waséyabek Development Company welcomed two new tenants, Priority Waste and BLDI, to its Mshiké Industrial Complex in Holland (near I-196 and M-40); Priority Waste opened its first West Michigan location on Sept.

1 and BLDI set up its new headquarters earlier this summer.

ArtPrize kicked off in Grand Rapids Friday and is expected to draw over one million visitors during its two-week run — the event features more than 1,000 art entries and a plan to digitize the winning piece and send it to space in partnership with Reflect Orbital.

Devin Butler, an 18-year-old senior at Jenison High School, leads the marching band while also playing varsity golf and basketball.

He balances early gym sessions, long rehearsals Monday and Saturday, and homework, inspiring younger band members to build strong leadership skills.

Hudsonville Dental held its annual Smiles from the Heart event early Friday, offering a free dental service - cleaning, filling or extraction - as patients lined up before sunrise and received timely care from volunteer teams.

Local high school football teams delivered exciting plays in Week 4 as highlights from 13 on Your Sidelines captured their standout moments, and fans can look forward to more action as the season continues.

Dozens of drivers will speed down the track for the Great Lakes Nationals, Michigan's first NHRA event in over 60 years, at US 131 Motorsports Park later this week.

The Meijer Sports Complex in Plainfield Township is hosting Michigan's first Professional Pickleball Association tournament from Friday to Sunday and drawing over 300 players from around the world.

The event gives amateurs a chance to compete with pros and tickets cost $15.

Canfield Clean Air for a Cause

Canfield Plumbing & Heating invites West Michigan residents to help a local family breathe easier through Clean Air for a Cause. Now through September 21, 2026, nominate a deserving household to receive a whole-home indoor air quality upgrade valued at up to $10,000, including equipment and professional installation. Self-nominations are welcome, and no purchase is necessary. Visit Canfield’s Clean Air for a Cause page to learn more and submit a nomination.

Canfield Clean Air for a Cause

Canfield Plumbing & Heating invites West Michigan residents to help a local family breathe easier through Clean Air for a Cause. Now through September 21, 2026, nominate a deserving household to receive a whole-home indoor air quality upgrade valued at up to $10,000, including equipment and professional installation. Self-nominations are welcome, and no purchase is necessary. Visit Canfield’s Clean Air for a Cause page to learn more and submit a nomination.

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