The president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago made a stop in Grand Rapids on Thursday, calling the region "the canary in the coal mine" when it comes to economic problems.
The Whitecaps could claim their seventh league title tonight with a win in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. West Michigan was the best team in the Midwest League this season.
As work continues on the outdoor amphitheater in downtown Grand Rapids, the group behind the development opened up a public fundraising effort to help pay for the new venue.