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  • 4 days ago | wgrd.com | Wendy Reed

    Don’t Panic! Emergency Drill to Simulate Plane Crash Over Lake Michigan This WeekDon’t Panic! Emergency Drill to Simulate Plane Crash Over Lake Michigan This WeekGoldquest/Getty ImagesShare on FacebookShare on TwitterIf you notice a lot of emergency responders near Lake Michigan this week, don't panic! It's only a drill. Officials have announced that multiple agencies from across the state will be participating in a plane crash simulation. What’s Happening on Lake Michigan?

  • 5 days ago | wgrd.com | Wendy Reed

    Main Street D&T via Facebook/Google Street ViewShare on FacebookShare on TwitterIt's a sad day for the people of Lowell as a local restaurant has announced that it will be closing its doors for good. While the current concept in the space is relatively new, the business has been a part of downtown Lowell for a decade. Get our free mobile appBack in February, Main Street BBQ in Lowell announced that the restaurant would be undergoing some changes.

  • 6 days ago | wgrd.com | Wendy Reed

    This Inflatable Waterpark in Gaylord Is Blowing UpThis Inflatable Waterpark in Gaylord Is Blowing UpCourtesy of Inuckshuk Shores Share on FacebookShare on TwitterWaterparks are fun. Inflatables are fun. Mash those two things together, and you get this new insane inflatable waterpark in Northern Michigan. Inukshuk Shores aquatic playground just opened in Gaylord, and it may be your perfect family summer trip. Get our free mobile appI'll be honest, I've done the waterpark thing before, and it's fine.

  • 1 week ago | wgrd.com | Wendy Reed

    Summer is in full swing in West Michigan, and the Fourth of July weekend will be here before we know it! Tons of communities around West Michigan take time to celebrate our country with parades, music, food, activities, and, of course, fireworks. With the Fourth of July falling on a Friday this year, there are going to be plenty of opportunities for you to take in not just one, but multiple fireworks shows throughout the holiday week/weekend.

  • 1 week ago | wgrd.com | Wendy Reed

    Cool Down Now: Locate Your Nearest West Michigan Cooling CenterCool Down Now: Locate Your Nearest West Michigan Cooling Centerktsimage/GettyStock/ThinkStockShare on FacebookShare on TwitterIt's about to get hot in West Michigan, and organizers throughout the area are preparing by spreading the word about cooling centers in Grand Rapids.

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Wendy Reed @loosewendy
5 Jun 25

RT @llondo: if you’ve ever been accused of being too emotional for a leadership position, screenshot literally any portion of your timeline…

Wendy Reed
Wendy Reed @loosewendy
1 Jun 25

Thought that I saw @GianmarcoSoresi walking down the street in Grand Rapids yesterday and I didn’t say hi because I was sure that it was just a random man who looks like him. 10 minutes later, I realized he was at Dr Grins this weekend, so that was, in fact, him (probably) 🤦‍♀️

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Wendy Reed @loosewendy
17 May 25

Thriving. https://t.co/TJT15pbdzH