Good morning, Grand Rapids.

A new McDonald's restaurant opened on Thursday, Oct.15 at 1633 142nd Ave. in Dorr, bringing jobs & community investment with owner Keith Berg donating $2,500 to each of Dorr Elementary School & Dorr Emergency Services.

Consumers Energy analysis shows improved power restoration in West Michigan, with nearly 97% of customers regaining power within 24 hours after a March storm compared to lower rates in previous events — the company credits its Reliability Roadmap investments for the gains.

MLive has opened its Week 5 high school marching band poll for local voting, with votes accepted from Monday morning until noon Tuesday.

West and Southwest Michigan residents can help decide the Band of the Week, and the winning group will be featured later this week.

Tulip Time Festival says Holland will host the second annual Dutch Winterfest from Dec.

1-5 with Dutch Skate at the Holland Ice Park and extra holiday events like Downtown Holland’s Parade of Lights and Magic at the Mill.

Data from Monday, Oct.

19 indicate Michigan gas prices are $1.70 higher than last year even after falling 20 cents from last week; in Grand Rapids, drivers paid $4.44 per gallon while some counties saw the lowest price at $4.15 (in Baraga) and the highest at $4.81 in Mackinac.

Abby Schulz, a Michigan water polo junior, returned to East Grand Rapids where her Michigan teammates hosted a three-day clinic on Sunday (with over 80 young athletes) to share skills and inspire local players.

The event gave kids access to coaching and practice for a growing sport.

Local viewers can vote for the 13 On Your Sidelines MVP of the week to win a trip to the studio for a live interview on Friday.

Vote by 5 p.m. on Wednesday — check performances from players like Bryce Backus among West Michigan high schools.