The last half of July is the busiest time of the entire summer. Over the next couple of weeks there are 25 different fairs and festivals in the West Michigan area.
If you were in the West Michigan area back in the late 70s, you remember "Big Sid". Now we have reports of another large serpent on the loose in the same area.
Back in 1876, it was the 100th birthday of the United States and the 50th anniversary of the founding of the City of Grand Rapids. So how did the people celebrate?
Let's go back to the summer of 1978...If you lived in or around Standale, you spent part of your summer on the lookout for a 16 foot python (some said 20 foot).
This week's festivals feature a Start of Summer Celebration, the Asian-Pacific culture, Cereal, Music, Old Cars, and even Hippies. Plus other events too!
It was a sad day for a lot of donut lovers in West Michigan when the Hilltop Bakery in Bailey closed their doors. It looks like their donuts have returned!