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Register for the GVSU Golf Outing on May 30th!

On this beautiful sunny day in Michigan wanted to get the word out that our GVSU Athletics Fund Golf Outing will be held on Thursday, May 30, at The Meadows. Again this year there will be a 7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. flight. Sponsorships are available and registration is open! REGISTER TODAY: www.gvsu.edu/athletics/gvsuaf24MORE

Grand Rapids named ‘Beer City’ for fourth consecutive year

According to a report from 13 On Your Side, USA Today has named Grand Rapids the best beer city in America once again as part of their “10 Best Readers’ Choice” of 2024. Make it four in a row now for the city home to countless breweries. USA Today cited both Founders Brewing Company and…MORE

Join us for Chilly, Blues & Brews at The B.O.B. on March 23

WLAV FM and The B.O.B. welcome you to Chilly, Blues & Brews (East) on Saturday, March 23 at The B.O.B. The day’s events will include a chili cook-off, hot pepper eating contest, live blues, michigan craft beer, and more. This is a family friendly and free event. Public chili tasting begins at 12pm. Winner announced…MORE

Kansas Drummer Recovering From Heart Attack

Kansas drummer Phil Ehart is recovering from a major heart attack. The band shared the news on social media on Friday, announcing that “there is no timetable for his return to the road.” Ehart was already splitting time on stage with drum tech Eric Holmquist, who will take over full-time drum duties when the band’s…MORE

Lenten fish fries start Friday in West Michigan

Organizations around West Michigan are hosting Lenten fish fries leading up to Easter, offering a variety of options for people staying away from meat on Fridays. Numerous churches and community centers are participating, with dates, times, and prices varying. From all-you-can-eat buffets to takeout options, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy a fish fry…MORE

Country Singer Toby Keith dead at 62

Reports are saying country singer Toby Keith is dead at the age of 62 after battling stomach cancer. Keith was responsible for 19 studio albums and 61 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Song charts. CLICK TO READ FULL STORY HEREMORE

Talking Heads Turn Down $80M Offer To Reunite

The Talking Heads have reportedly turned down an $80 million offer to reunite for six to eight shows.That’s according to Billboard, which reports the offer was made by concert promoter Live Nation. The offer followed a similar proposal by Goldenvoice president Paul Tollett, who offered the band $10 million to reunite for the two-day Coachella…MORE

Laughfest 2024 will take place from March 6th-10th

Laughfest 2024 will take place from March 6th-10th

Laughfest is coming back on March 6th! Comedy shows will continue on through the 10th. “Gilda’s LaughFest, the nation’s first-ever community-wide festival of laughter, has quickly earned a reputation for being one of the nation’s marquee events for both participants and artists. This major Midwest festival is based in Grand Rapids and includes events throughout…MORE