Laura Hardy

Grand Rapids

Co-Host, The Big Joe Show at WLHT-FM (Grand Rapids, MI)

The weirder half of Big Joe & Laura on @mix957gr // formerly @1077theEagle @z92omaha @t95rocks @revolution917 // annoyingly nerdy // mom // 💍 @jamesshotwell_

Articles

It’s Ant Season in Michigan, Here’s My Go-To Trick to Keep Them Out (Without Harsh Chemicals)

1 week ago | mix957gr.com | Laura Hardy

If you’ve stepped outside lately and spotted dozens of tiny ant hills scattered across your yard, you’re not alone. It’s officially ant season here in Michigan, and if your house is like mine, you’re seeing their annual takeover begin. These little pests always seem to know just how to sneak inside my house, marching in through windowsills, under doors, and anywhere else they can find a crumb as soon as it gets above 60 degrees.
Michigan Man Wins Jeopardy With Just $799 on the Board

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Laura Hardy

West Michigan Man Fumbles His Way to ‘Jeopardy’ Glory—And Still WinsWest Michigan Man Fumbles His Way to ‘Jeopardy’ Glory—And Still WinsJeopardy! on YoutubeShare on FacebookShare on TwitterA criminal forensic scientist from West Michigan may have walked away with less than $1,000, but he still gets to call himself a Jeopardy! champion.
This Whitecaps Player Lost His Mind (And Shirt) After A Historic Win

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Laura Hardy

West Michigan Whitecaps via Instagram / CanvaShare on FacebookShare on TwitterTalk about a storybook ending. In front of a roaring Sunday evening crowd of more than 6,100 fans at LMCU Ballpark, West Michigan Whitecaps infielder Izaac Pacheco cemented his name in franchise history with one dramatic swing.
Harbor Shores Is Adding a Kids Course—But Let’s Be Honest, We’ll Be Playing It Too

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Laura Hardy

Legendary Michigan PGA Golf Course To Add a Kids Course SoonLegendary Michigan PGA Golf Course To Add a Kids Course SoonGetty ImagesShare on FacebookShare on TwitterThere’s nothing like getting absolutely humbled by a Jack Nicklaus Signature Course to make you wish you were golfing somewhere a little more forgiving.
New Stores Coming to Woodland Mall + Recent Closures

1 week ago | wgrd.com | Laura Hardy

What’s Opening (and What’s Leaving) Woodland Mall in 2025What’s Opening (and What’s Leaving) Woodland Mall in 2025Laura HardyShare on FacebookShare on TwitterShopping malls have long been a staple of our life. Whether you’re grabbing a quick bite in the food court, checking out seasonal sales, or just enjoying a little window shopping on a snowy Saturday to get the kiddos (or yourself) out of the house, our malls have been a go-to destination for families, teens, and serious shoppers alike.
See What’s Coming to the Old Outback Steakhouse in Kentwood

2 weeks ago | wgrd.com | Laura Hardy

Work Underway on Raising Canes Location in Kentwood, Here’s What We KnowWork Underway on Raising Canes Location in Kentwood, Here’s What We KnowLaura Hardy / Google Streetview / CanvaShare on FacebookShare on TwitterI'm a southern transplant who loves living in Michigan. But, nothing makes me happier than when one of my favorites from "home" makes it way to the mitten state.
New Pool House at MLK Park Will Open for 2025 Season

2 weeks ago | wgrd.com | Laura Hardy

Grand Rapids Reveals First Look at New MLK Park Pool HouseGrand Rapids Reveals First Look at New MLK Park Pool Houseerhardt construction / GR Parks and Rec on FacebookShare on FacebookShare on TwitterThere’s nothing quite like summer in Grand Rapids, especially when it includes a visit to one of the city’s public pools or splash pads. We’re pretty lucky to have access to so many public spaces to take kids (and ourselves) when it gets a little too hot to hang out in our backyards.
These Grand Rapids Playgrounds Will Keep Your Kids Entertained

2 weeks ago | wgrd.com | Laura Hardy

These Grand Rapids Playgrounds Will Keep Your Kids Entertained for HoursThese Grand Rapids Playgrounds Will Keep Your Kids Entertained for HoursGoogle Streetview / Laura Hardy / CanvaShare on FacebookShare on TwitterBeing a mom means always being on the lookout for places to keep your kids entertained that don't cost an arm and a leg.
See What’s Coming to the Old Outback Steakhouse in Kentwood

2 weeks ago | mix957gr.com | Laura Hardy

I'm a southern transplant who loves living in Michigan. But, nothing makes me happier than when one of my favorites from "home" makes it way to the mitten state. That's why I lost my mind when they announced at the end of last year that Michigan would be getting more Raising Cane's locations, including a few right here in West Michigan.
If You’re Driving in This Michigan County… Good Luck

2 weeks ago | wgrd.com | Laura Hardy

Michigan’s Roads Are Getting Better Unless You Live HereMichigan’s Roads Are Getting Better Unless You Live HereLaura Hardy / CanvaShare on FacebookShare on TwitterWe all love to grumble about Michigan roads. But in recent years, there’s actually been some serious progress. Governor Gretchen Whitmer made “fixing the damn roads” her rallying cry, and across much of the state, we’re seeing smoother commutes and a fewer coffee-spilling potholes.