Category Archives: HOMEPAGE

Longtime local weatherman, show host Buck Matthews passed away
West Michigan lost a true television icon this week with the passing of Buck Matthews, a beloved WOOD TV8 alumnus who helped shape local broadcasting for generations. Matthews joined WOOD TV8 in 1961 ...
Travis Gibbs Mar 31, 2026 WOOD TV8 - YouTube

Michigan Lawmakers consider new testing requirements for drivers 75 years or older
A new proposal in the Michigan Senate could soon change the way older drivers renew their licenses. Introduced by Sen. Rosemary Bayer, the bill would require drivers 75 and older to complete a vision ...
Travis Gibbs Mar 27, 2026 SimpleFoto / Depositphotos.com

Woman Goes Viral After Driving During Her Zoom Court Hearing
A Michigan woman has gone viral after she appeared to join a Zoom court hearing while driving her car, sparking disbelief - and a sharp reaction - from the judge overseeing her case. https://www.youtu...
Travis Gibbs Mar 27, 2026

Michelle & Travis - Madge gets caught speeding
Michelle got caught going over 100 mph while borrowing the station vehicle. Her response? Not a big deal... https://youtu.be/BnLBFTARvzk Subscribe to the podcast: https://omny.fm/shows/michelle-travis...
Travis Gibbs Mar 27, 2026

Getty Drive-In sets opening date for upcoming season
Spring is bringing more than warm weather to West Michigan-it's bringing movies back to the Getty Drive-In. The historic outdoor theater has announced it will open for the 2026 season this Friday, Mar...
Travis Gibbs Mar 24, 2026 LanaStock / Depositphotos.com

Ted Nugent Announces First Set Of 2026 Live Performances
Ted Nugent said he wasn't going to tour any more; he didn't say he wasn't going to play live. On Friday, the Motor City Madman revealed his first set of live performances for 2026. For clarity: Nugent...
Travis Gibbs Mar 23, 2026 bellafotosolo / Depositphotos.com

It's Oberon Day in West Michigan
In West Michigan, the first true sign of spring isn't the melting snow, longer days, or even the smell of grills warming up again-it's Oberon Day. Bell's Brewery's iconic wheat ale officially hits tap...
Travis Gibbs Mar 23, 2026

Alice Cooper Launches New Golf Apparel Line
True fans of Alice Cooper know that the man is a skilled golfer, playing to a 4 or 5 handicap. His love of the game is now extending to a new line of golfing apparel. Alice Cooper's "The Cooper Club" ...
Travis Gibbs Mar 20, 2026 pakornmay@gmail.com / Depositphotos.com

Chuck Norris, Legendary Action Star and Martial Artist, Dies at 86
Chuck Norris - the martial arts champion, actionmovie icon, and beloved star of Walker, Texas Ranger - has died at the age of 86. His family announced his passing in a statement shared on Instagram, n...
Travis Gibbs Mar 20, 2026 L'acteur américain Chuck Norris fait la promotion du film Pumping Iron a Taormina, le 24 juillet 1985 en Sicile. (Photo by frederic meylan/Sygma via Getty Images)

Grand Rapids introduces new parking reservation system for event nights
Downtown Grand Rapids visitors will soon have a smoother experience finding parking during busy event nights. The city is rolling out a new appbased reservation system that lets drivers secure a parki...
Travis Gibbs Mar 19, 2026 JDunbarPhoto / Depositphotos.com

This Week In Rock History

Rock History (JUN 14-20)
Historic events this week from Foreigner, The Beatles, Billy Joel, Santana, The Police and Fleetwood MacJUNE 14, 1966: THE BEATLES' "BUTCHER COVER" Th...
Jun 14, 2026

Rock History (JUN 7-13)
Historic events this week from Tom Petty & Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, Velvet Revolver, The Rolling Stones and RushJUNE 7, 1978: TOM PETTY MEETS BO...
Jun 07, 2026

Rock History (MAY 31-JUN6)
Historic events this week from Roky Erickson, Black Sabbath, Ray Davies, Eagles, U2 and The CarsMAY 31, 2019: ROKY ERICKSON DIES Roky Erickson is anot...
May 31, 2026

Rock History (MAY 24-30)
Historic events this week from David Bowie, Van Halen, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, Bob Seger and moreMAY 24, 1974: DAVID BOWIE RELEASES DIAMOND DOGS At th...
May 24, 2026

Rock History (MAY 17-23)
Historic events this week from Dire Straits, R.E.M., Peter Gabriel, ZZ Top, The Wallflowers, The Rolling Stones and The WhoMAY 17, 1985: BROTHERS IN A...
May 17, 2026



