Starting out as a weatherman/TV-Radio host for TV8 in the 70s, Andy also played "Captain Woody" on the TV8 afternoon kids' show. Andy just might be the most recognized personality in the West Michigan area having been on radio and TV for over five decades. Originally a "Hoosier" from Muncie, Indiana, Andy graduated from Ball State University, working in radio and TV in Richmond, Muncie and Indianapolis. Andy is deeply involved in the Grand Rapids and West Michigan community having served on the board of directors of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), the Metropolitan YMCA, and Easter Seals-Michigan. He also works with the Salvation Army, DeGage Ministries, JDRF, Disability Advocates, Hope Network, among others. Andy is a busy father and grandfather with seven children and fourteen grandchildren. What's the the best part of his job? The ability to make a difference in the community.
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Is The U of M Football Sign-Stealing Scheme THIS Funny?
This sign stealing thing of U of M football keeps growing by the minute. And now some of it is becoming pretty funny.
Scary Halloween Decorations in Grand Rapids? Sure…Check Them Out!
Wooooo!! Hee, hee, hee, hee! Yikes! Help, help! It's going to be a scary Halloween!
Pot Hole Season is Almost Here – Will Michigan Pay for the Damage?
This is the age old question. Can I get reimbursed for pot hole damage to my car? Is Michigan responsible?
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What is Going, Going, Gone? The Beloved Rosie’s Diner is Gone!
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What Will Happen to the Grand Rapids Mansion on Plainfield?
There seems to be a growing conflict going on on the North East side of Grand Rapids with all 'three' sides, owners, neighbors and the city, wondering if there can be a resolution.
Will You Need Help Paying Michigan’s Winter Heating Bills? Here’s How!
It's a tough road for many when the ice-cold weather of a Michigan Winter hits and those big heating bills arrive. What is one to do when there just isn't enough money to go around
Who Is Coming Back to Grand Rapids’ Local TV on WOOD?
It's been a few years since you have seen her face on WOOD TV but she is returning to West Michigan television.
Snow Already? When Will Grand Rapids Get Our First Snowfall?
Okay I know it's hot, 80+ degrees expected again today, but it is October and fall, and we know that winter is next in line with snow and all that stuff. But do we really want to think about snow just yet?
Do Meijer and Health Insurance Make Sense? The Blues Think So!
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We're pretty used to setting weather records here in Michigan. Record rain, record snow, record wind, record power outages, and now record heat! Wait a minute, we're talking about record heat in October.
What Do You Think Are the Most Beautiful Places in Michigan?
If we ask ourselves what might be the most beautiful places in Michigan, everyone will have an opinion. It's hard to narrow down because we fortunately live in a very beautiful state.