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Fish fry season is back in West Michigan
With Lent beginning on February 18, churches and community groups across West Michigan are rolling out their annual lineup of fish fries and meatless meals. According to WOOD TV, here is a list of pla...
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Detroit Tigers reveal new uniforms
The Detroit Tigers announced on social media today that they have new alternate uniforms. According to Tigers president Ryan Gustafson, the new look has been "years in the making," shaped by fan surve...
Travis Gibbs Feb 19, 2026

Wings Getting Special Exhibit At Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is launching a new exhibit dedicated to Paul McCartney and Wings, opening May 15th. The exhibit will feature memorabilia including instruments, handwritten lyrics, imm...
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U.P. Man Sentenced After Posing as Police Officer to Scam Senior
A Northern Michigan man will spend at least 30 months in prison after posing as law enforcement to scam a senior citizen in Chippewa County. According to a report from WOOD TV, Prosecutors say Kevin F...
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Grand Rapids businessman, baseball team owner Bob Sullivan passes away at 96
According to multiple reports, West Michigan icon Bob Sullivan has passed away. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTMXL02ReME He owned Sullivan's Carpet and Furniture. Sullivan had a big hand in the gam...
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Kid Rock Hits No. 1 On Billboard's Hot Christian Songs Chart
His first album came out way back in 1990, but even closing in on 40 years in the music business, Kid Rock just achieved a career first. His take on Cody Johnson's "Til' You Can't," with an additional...
Travis Gibbs Feb 18, 2026

Bruce Springsteen Announces "Land Of Hope And Dreams American Tour"
Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band are hitting the road! The Boss made the surprise announcement yesterday, revealing a 20-date US itinerary that will kick off at Minneapolis' Target Center on Ma...
Travis Gibbs Feb 18, 2026

Santana & The Doobie Brothers Announce 2026 Tour - Grand Rapids Date Set
Classic rock fans are in for a huge summer. Santana and The Doobie Brothers are teaming up for a co-headlining run on the Oneness Tour 2026, bringing two legendary acts together for a powerhouse lineu...
Travis Gibbs Feb 17, 2026

Grand Rapids Mayor calls on residents for snow removal
Grand Rapids Mayor David LaGrand has a plan for the 'lump' that's created from snowplowing at intersections on residential streets. He suggests that residents 'adopt' the lump, and take care of it the...
Travis Gibbs Feb 17, 2026 Alex_Ishchenko / Depositphotos.com

Happy Birthday, Peter Gabriel!
Today we celebrate the birthday of one of rock's most innovative and influential artists - Peter Gabriel, born February 13, 1950. From his groundbreaking early days as the original frontman of Genesis...
Travis Gibbs Feb 13, 2026 Jean_Nelson / Depositphotos.com

This Week In Rock History

Rock History (MAR 29-APR 4)
Historic events this week from Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Faces, Prince, Bruce Springsteen, and Traffic.MARCH 29, 1975: LED ZEPPELIN HAS...
Mar 29, 2026

Rock History (MAR 22-28)
Historic events this week from Iron Maiden, Collective Soul, John Fogerty, Deep Purple, Bob Dylan, Soundgarden, Stone Temple Pilots and Pink FloydMARC...
Mar 22, 2026

Rock History (MAR 15-21)
Historic events this week from The Beatles, Pearl Jam, Van Halen, David Bowie, Depeche Mode and Bruce SpringsteenMARCH 15, 1969: "THE BALLAD OF JOHN &...
Mar 15, 2026

Rock History (MAR 8-14)
Historic events this week fromMARCH 8, 1994: SUPERUNKNOWN BY SOUNDGARDEN Soundgarden reached the pinnacle of the grunge-era with their masterpiece Sup...
Mar 08, 2026

Rock History (MAR 1-7)
Historic events this week from Pink Floyd, Soundgarden, U2, Harry Nilsson, The Replacements, Eric Clapton and David Bowie.MARCH 1, 1973: THE DARK SIDE...
Mar 01, 2026
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