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What are your favorite restaurants in Grand Rapids?
Grand Rapids boasts a diverse and delectable array of restaurants, cafes, and bistros, each with its own unique flavor and charm. From burgers to burritos, Grand Rapids’ culinary landscape is as varied as the Michigan seasons. Here at The ‘Gander, we’re working on a guide to all the food in the Furniture City, and we…
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The 10 most common scams in Michigan (and how to prevent them)
A recent study found that identity theft was the most common type of scam in Michigan last year.
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The ’Gander wins multiple 2023 Michigan Press Association awards
Reporters at the ‘Gander took home a first-place award in most innovative storytelling and a second-place award in the public service category. The team also received three honorable mention awards.
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Read more, spend less: Here’s where you can get free books
Free books are available through several online and in-person resources. Here’s everything you need to know to find free books near you.
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VIDEO: Three headlines you may have missed last week
@gandernewsroom Did you know that a bill was recently introduced in the Michigan Legislature that would end Daylight Saving Time in our state? Watch this video to find out more. ♬ original sound – The Gander Did you know that a bill was recently introduced in the Michigan Legislature that would end Daylight Saving Time…
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Michigan State University basketball out of Big Ten Tournament
No. 3 Purdue hangs on to beat Michigan State 67-62 in Big Ten quarterfinals
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University of Michigan fires Juwan Howard after five seasons coaching men’s basketball
Michigan fired coach Juwan Howard on Friday after five seasons, parting ways with the former Fab Five star whose return to his alma mater included two trips to the NCAA Tournament before a concerning decline the past two seasons.
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James Crumbley, who bought gun used by son to kill 4 students, guilty of manslaughter in Michigan
The father of a Michigan school shooter was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter Thursday, a second conviction against the teen’s parents who were accused of failing to secure a gun at home and doing nothing to address acute signs of his mental turmoil.
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Hoggard, Walker lead a late charge as Michigan State beats Minnesota 77-67 in Big Ten Tournament
A.J. Hoggard scored 17 points on 6-of-6 shooting, Tyson Walker added 15 points and No. 8 seed Michigan State beat No. 9 seed Minnesota 77-67 on Thursday in the second round of the Big Ten Conference Tournament.
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Detroit Lions extend the contracts of coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes
With the franchise coming off its best season in 32 years, the Detroit Lions have extended the contracts of coach Dan Campbell and general manager Brad Holmes through the 2027 season.
