Category Archives: Ken Evans’ Blog Posts

USPS: Mail Service Suspended

Much of West Michigan will see their mail service suspended today due to the severe weather. In a rare move, the U.S. Postal Service announced Tuesday night that it was canceling all deliveries for zip codes beginning with 486 through 491 and 493 through 499.MORE

NWS & Police: Stay Off The Roads

As record Wind Chills freeze out West Michigan the authorities and the National Weather Service are asking motorists to stay off the roads. Near record cold temps have had many local road commissions working overtime, but clearing efforts are nearly futile as sub zero readings are making streets ice packed and impassable. Snow squalls and…MORE

Snow & Accidents Cripple Area Roads

West Michigan policing agencies and authorities are cautioning citizens to remain off the roadways as the State Of Emergency continues across West Michigan. All major highways in the area including I-96, I-196, M-6, US 131, & US 31 have all been shut down at different points throughout the day.MORE

Winter Weather & School Closings | 01/25/2019

Winter Weather & School Closings | 01/25/2019

A Winter Weather Advisory continues for much of West Michigan.  Here’s the latest weather story from the National Weather Service here: NWS Grand Rapids.  Get continually updated school closings here: Fox 17MORE

GR In Top 8 Of Underappreciated Cities

Thrillist has named Grand Rapids one of the top 8 Underappreciated Cities in America. The article notes that: “A robust beer scene and dynamic investment are putting Grand Rapids squarely in the spotlight”. “There’s also a pretty robust art scene thanks to the likes of Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts and the Grand Rapids Art…MORE

Annual Wes Leonard Game on Friday

The 8th annual West Leonard Never Forgotten game will take place Friday night in Fennville. This year’s event is being organized by the Hudsonville Sports marketing class and instructor Jenn Lanphear. You can get tickets and support the event here: WesLeonardHeartTeam.orgMORE

John Ball Zoo Hiring in Grand Rapids

Want to work with animals? The John Ball Zoo will be holding two hiring parties. Saturday, Jan. 26 from 10am to 2pm and on Tuesday, Feb. 19 from 4pm to 7pm. The zoo will hold on-site interviews, giveaways, games, food and of course, animals. The positions include a zoo guide, zoo educational instructor, concessions, and…MORE

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