Spirits maker distributing to Oklahoma

A West Michigan spirits maker is heading to the Sooner State. New Holland Spirits, the distillery arm of New Holland Brewing, will distribute its spirits...

Vos Glass expands to Lansing

Vos Glass announced it is opening a second location in Lansing to service existing and new customers in the mid-Michigan area.

Employee charged after wrong man shot during theft

DETROIT — A gas station clerk who authorities say was allegedly trying to stop a potato chip thief has been charged in the shooting...

Barbecue chain plans several locations

A barbecue chain is planning to open three locations in the area. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit said yesterday that it plans to open four new locations...

Whirlpool approves $1B share buyback

Whirlpool is demonstrating "confidence" in its "long-term plans" through a $1-billlion share re-purchase program, as well as an increase to its quarterly dividend. Benton Harbor-based...

Ice cream vendor creates new gelato line

A local ice cream vendor has rolled out a line of frozen dairy-free and vegan desserts geared toward diabetics and keto diet followers. Love’s Ice...

Wolverine Worldwide closes 140 stores in ‘strategic realignment’

The Rockford-based footwear maker Wolverine Worldwide is planning to close 140 stores as part of a new “strategic realignment plan.” Stride Rite stores The company said...

What makes West Michigan the ultimate home for franchises?

Within the past decade, Grand Rapids has seen an economic boom unrivaled by other cities across the state of Michigan. The supportive “local first” approach...

Downtown hosting Michigan International Auto Show

If you’re looking for a new car, or if you just like to look, the Michigan International Auto Show is for you. The 21st-annual show...

Communities saying no to marijuana businesses

Some Michigan communities are already saying no to marijuana businesses after voters approved the use of the drug for people 21 and older. The South Bend...

Condado Tacos announces opening date (update)

A build-your-own taco chain on Grand Rapids’ West Side is opening next week.

Gordon Food Service opening first Detroit store

Gordon Food Service will open another of its urban grocery store concepts next week — this time in downtown Detroit. The Wyoming-based company will host...

Downtown is new hot spot for yoga

A hot yoga studio in downtown Grand Rapids is under new ownership and re-opening as Seva Yoga Monroe North. Seva Yoga, the studio located at...

Outdoor retailer moving into market

An outdoor retailer has leased a large space at a shopping center along a major retail corridor in town. Cheyenne, Wyoming-based Sierra Trading Post will...

Brewery opening taproom on West Side

A brewery is opening a new restaurant and taproom on Beer City’s West Side. Dexter-based Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales will host the grand opening of...

Women’s activewear retailer runs into market

A Montreal-based women’s activewear retailer is opening its first Michigan store along a popular main street. Lolë — which stands for live out loud every...

$30M downtown office project starts pre-leasing

A local developer has opened pre-leasing for a $30-million office project downtown. Olsen Loeks Development is pre-leasing for its Studio Park Office Tower project at...

Cities score well on national breweries-per-capita list

Michigan’s beer scene is among the biggest in the country according to an online research firm. C+R Research, based in Chicago, Illinois, recently compiled a...

Quick lube chain acquires car wash and oil change

A quick service oil change company in the region has acquired a similar business on the state’s east side. Holland-based Performance Plus recently acquired Farmington-based...

Judge upholds $5.5M jury verdict

A judge has upheld a $5.5-million jury verdict for a former farm equipment dealer after a local law firm contended with 15 months of...