Big Rapids Daily News Snapshots

Friday, July 10 - Motorcyclist injured in Big Rapids wreck involving a deer, fake college student scams are on the rise, and another heat dome is set to hit Michigan next week.

Thursday, July 9 - Road work near Davis Bridge Park to continue through fall, Congressman Moolenaar visits Big Rapids Fire Department about new truck, and more emergency room visits are being reported this summer.

Wednesday, July 8 - 52-year-old woman passes away from injuries in Lake County car crash, Ferris State Hockey earns 13 academic all-American selections, and state officials are become concerned with a new parasite.

Tuesday, July 7 - Michigan DNR officer acquitted from 2023 campground shooting, Ferris State receives state fund for Allied Health building project, and more urgency regarding Line 5 labor permits.

Monday, July 6 - Big Rapids repairs two water main breaks, Mayor Guenther to address the state of Big Rapids tonight, and student loan repayment options have changed under the 'Big Beautiful Bill'.

Friday, July 3 - Safety enforcement begins today on the water and the roads, fireworks sales show major surge, and a Lakeview woman suffered multiple injuries following an intersection wreck near Morley.

Thursday, July 2 - MDOT to begin easing traffic restrictions this afternoon, energy companies are recommending tips to save money over the heat wave, and many individuals born in the U.S. are now rushing for papers following the Supreme Court ruling.

Wednesday, July 1 - Spirit Halloween returning to Big Rapids in new location, 16-year-old injured in car crash after falling asleep at the wheel, and July will be a month of speeding tickets by state police.

Tuesday, June 30 - Five Below announces opening weekend in Big Rapids, Mecosta County pair taken in custody under suspicion of multiple retail fraud incidents, and car dealerships are beginning to look a little stale.

Monday, June 29 - A heat wave is set to take over West Michigan this week, prices for building new homes continues to rise, and the Central State Activities Association may be gaining a football team next fall.

Friday, June 26 - Local events slated this weekend around Big Rapids, Village of Howard City celebrates opening of new McDonald's, and a new report shows missing subsidy deals during Gov. Whitmer's term.

Thursday, June 25 - Ferris State's elementary teacher preparation program earns top rating, road construction rescheduled for Big Rapids, and new legislation could limit out-of-office work communications.

Wednesday, June 24 - Osceola County Sheriff's take armed robbery suspect into custody, Big Rapids road work postponed due to weather, and Reed City honored for second straight year in biking.

Tuesday, June 23 - MMPA opens former Leprino Foods factory in Remus for cottage cheese production, absentee ballots applications open this week for August primary election, and Michigan House passes on bill requiring education training in science of reading.

Monday, June 22 - Tonkin Drain improvement construction remains on schedule and draws vocal opposition, Ferris State Football earns #1 national preseason rankings, and Michigan State Police investigating four car crash that killed two 17-year-olds last week.

Friday, June 19 - Local non-profits receive grant funds from Great Lakes Energy, retails sales see a dip across the state, and Evart Police recently responded to fraud cases and a fight.

Thursday, June 18 - Ferris State hosting high school STEAM students through summer partnership, a lawsuit is in the works regarding gun purchasing requirements, and AAA predicts an increase of July 4th traffic this year.

Wednesday, June 17 - Ferris State announces first million in fundraising has been met for new indoor activity center, professional women's golf heads to Grand Rapids this week, and a recall is out on a popular Aldi grocery item.

Tuesday, June 16 - One of Michigan's largest utility companies is getting a loan, construction returns to Arthur Road in Big Rapids, and Michigan State University leadership is now in another shakeup.

Monday, June 15 - Two people arraigned in Wexford County following seized drugs in Wexford County, Big Rapids city commissioners to discuss property transactions and development traffic signs, and Mecosta firefighters and EMS personnel honored for saving newborn's life last August.

Friday, June 12 - Damage and power outages reported after Thursday's night squall line of storms, MDARD warning of new screwworm found in the U.S., and Reed City Police reported many arrests in recent blotter.

Thursday, June 11 - Mecosta County Parks waiving fees for free fishing weekend and annual open house event, state transportation officials pushing electric vehicle proposals forward, and Ferris State's inaugural cold case investigations class gains ground on 2010 death case.

Wednesday, June 10 - Grand opening announced for Jim Crow Museum, latest guidelines are out for summer fishing in Michigan, and severe weather remains possible over the next 48 hours.

Tuesday, June 9 - Michigan shows decline in recent child health and education study, Gov. Whitmer requests presidential assistance to help April storm damages, and severe weather chances return later this week for strong winds.

Monday, June 8 - 84-year-old man airlifted to hospital after collision near Morley, construction fines are becoming more significant, and Evart softball advances to state quarterfinals.