Casey Walsh
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Mason City, IA, United States
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Kentwood man searching for stolen motorcycle
KENTWOOD, Mich. -- While it’s the perfect weather to go for a motorcycle ride, those who own them want to be on the lookout for thieves. The warning comes a day after a motorcycle was reportedly stolen from a West Michigan apartment complex. → Read More
Woman helps man with Alzheimer’s walking along the road get home
BIG RAPIDS, Mich. -- A chance encounter put a Michigan woman face to face with a couple in need of help. Rebecca Guizar, a cook at the Rock Cafe at Ferris State University, met an elderly couple in Big Rapids Sunday when she was driving home from visiting her sister. → Read More
Smoke alarms credited for saving lives in house fire
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich -- Fire officials are crediting smoke alarms for several lives Friday morning. Authorities say had the resident not been alerted to the danger, the house fire could have ended tragically. But with the help of the alarm, the resident had enough time to safely and quickly notify the fire department. → Read More
Twins reunite, share memories for 100th birthday
JENISON, Mich. -- A special celebration is happening in West Michigan: twins from Grand Rapids are not only celebrating the 4th of July holiday, but their 100th birthday. → Read More
Bottle of whiskey given to ‘last man standing’ of WWII vets
KALAMAZOO COUNTY, Mich. -- VFW 1527 held a 'Last Man Standing' event Sunday to honor men of Charlie Company, 126th Infantry Regiment, 32nd "Red Arrow" Infantry Division, who deployed to WWII out of Kalamazoo County. → Read More
Traveling tribute wall honors veterans in Middleville
MIDDLEVILLE, Mich. -- After weeks of hard work, a local group raised thousands of dollars to honor military heroes who died for our country. “It’s amazing because these gentleman on this wall, and ladies, gave their lives for our freedoms, the freedoms we enjoy today," said Paul Hernandez, of Middleville. → Read More
Grand Rapids’ new parking app Motu raising concerns among drivers
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- It's been less than a week since Grand Rapids switched from using Parkmobile to its new parking app called Motu, but the complaints are already coming in. “Pay attention to the comments people are making [about Motu]," said Megan Henke of Caledonia. → Read More
Protecting your pets from deadly plants
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- Whether it's plants around your home or some you pass by on a walk, you'll want to watch what your pet comes in contact with. BluePearl Veterinary Partners senior emergency doctor Rebecca Lein Burke tells FOX 17 what plants are poisonous to pets, to avoid an accident that could end up fatal. → Read More
Retirement community celebrates 14 residents turning 100+ years old
JENISON, Mich. -- Sunset Retirement Communities and Services held a special celebration Wednesday for 14 residents who have or will turn 100 years old, or older during this year. → Read More
Girl who wants to become physical therapist gets Mary Free Bed tour
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- Brooklyn Hammer, 8, of Middleville received a personal tour at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital Monday after discovering she wanted to become a physical therapist after countless hours visiting her late grandmother at the hospital. → Read More
Partial road collapse sparks call to action in Emmett Township
EMMETT TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- D Drive North between Beadle Lake Rd and Harper Creek Drive closed Sunday until further notice due to a partial road collapse. It's also road in Emmett Township that's caused problems for residents for years, covered in potholes. → Read More
Kalamazoo area family receives a new home from Habitat for Humanity
KALAMAZOO, Mich. -- A special dedication was held with the Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity on Sunday, which is a non-profit organization that helps those in the area find a place to call home. → Read More
Playing drums and raising funds for West Elementary
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- A fundraiser was held at Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill on Saturday to support students at West Elementary in Wyoming. Dozens of families including children, parents, and those working with the school took part in fundraiser, where a special concert by Cabildo was put on. → Read More
Man with cerebral palsy moving south, needs support
SHELBYVILLE, Mich. -- A man with cerebral palsy known around his community for giving back is getting ready to finish school and move south to start a new chapter in a home that's completely handicap accessible. → Read More
BBB warns of sweepstakes, lottery scams
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning anyone who has been told they've won the prize of a lifetime. If you've received a notification that you've won a large amount of money through a sweepstakes or lottery, it could be fake. → Read More
What you need to know about Michigan fireworks laws
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- We're just one month away from Fourth of July, but fireworks have already started in West Michigan. The Grand Rapids Police Department wants to remind people of the legal times for fireworks set by state law and local ordinances. → Read More
B-93 Birthday Bash at Fifth Third Ballpark
COMSTOCK PARK, Mich. -- Fifth Third Ballpark was packed with thousands of country music lovers Saturday for the annual B-93 Birthday Bash. Country stars like Rascal Flatts and Gary Allan performed at the sold out event. → Read More
MDOT reveals causes of recent drawbridge break downs
GRAND HAVEN, Mich. - The Michigan Department of Transportation is giving us further information into what happened with the Grand Haven drawbridge over the holiday weekend. → Read More
Memorial Day festival in Augusta
AUGUSTA, Mich. -- For Memorial Day weekend, families from all over Michigan and surrounding states have headed to The Olde World Village in Augusta for a special outdoor festival. → Read More
Dog owners discuss Michigan bill that could ban debarking surgeries
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- Lawmakers introduced legislation that would make it a crime for veterinarians to perform debarking procedures to keep animals quieter. → Read More