I grew up in South Haven. Gotta love the Lake Michigan shore! I still feel a yearning for the beach, pretty much daily. I moved to Grand Rapids to go to Calvin College and study theater. Eventually I changed my major to another passion of mine- media. I was lucky enough to nab a position as an intern at Townsquare Media. About 10 years later I’ve had the pleasure of working in many positions, and I love that I get to spend every week day 10-3 talking with you on GRD! The Liquid Lunch is one of my favorite parts of the day! I just got married in September. My husband (that's still a little weird to say, haha!) Charlie and I laugh together every single day, and he puts up with all of my nonsense—which is not a small amount of nonsense… I may have a slight problem with watching too much TV: Anything on Investigation Discovery, Chopped, Real Housewives, documentaries on Netflix… I could go on. Other things I love: The beach (you may have thought I covered that already, but I really, really love it, OK?), reading, ‘90s alternative rock, people watching, drinking on patios, and most of all -- my dear, dear family.
Janna
Upside to all the Snow? Free Sled Rentals, More at Grand Rapids City Parks Starting This Weekend
The several inches of snow dumped on us this week has downsides, for sure - BUT there's also a silver lining: fun outdoor activities at Grand Rapids parks!
Michigan Street Poutine Week is Returning in 2022
Love poutine? Good news! Coming up soon you'll have a week to enjoy different poutine dishes from restaurants along Michigan Street in Grand Rapids.
First Ever Noodle Fest Coming to Grand Rapids Next Month
There's nothing like a delicious noodle dish, especially during a cold West Michigan winter. Warm up (and fill up!) your belly next month at Grand Rapids' first ever "Noodle Fest".
UPDATE: Winter Storm Warning Extended Through Friday Morning
It's been a snowy start to the new year, and more is headed our way.
GVSU Grad, Michigan Native Stars in the New Netflix True Crime Show
Did you know that the docuseries focusing on the grisly murders in 1970s New York stars a Grand Valley State University graduate?
Grand Rapids Ranks Among Top Ten Cities to Find A Cuddle Buddy This Winter
Cold weather got you looking for someone to snuggle? Good news if you're in Grand Rapids - a new study has found GR among the top ten cities in the U.S. for "Cuffing Season" with optimal chances of finding a +1.
Biggest Snowfall of the Season Expected, Winter Weather Advisory Through Sunday Morning
It looks like West Michigan will get off to a snowy start in 2022.
So Close! Grand Rapids Eatery Ranked No. 2 Best New Restaurant in Entire Country for 2021
A Grand Rapids restaurant ALMOST nabbed the top spot in a national contest for the best new place to dine out in the U.S.
Bobcat Escapes from Grand Rapids Nature Preserve Again
Two weeks ago, Artemis (originally thought to be her brother Apollo) made a similar escape and was found a couple days later in a nearby live trap.
State of Michigan Adopts CDC’s Updated Quarantine, Isolation Guidelines
Friday morning the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) announced it will be updating its quarantine guidance for the general public to be in line with the CDC's recent recommendations.
More Than a Dozen Toy Poodles Rescued From Vacant Kent County Home
Who owned the dogs and how they got there remains a mystery.
Newaygo Police Warn of Officer Impersonation Phone Scam
With the pandemic and the holidays, scammers are out in full force.