Sam Landstra

KENT COUNTY, Mich. — Four out of ten kids in Kent County are overweight or obese, according to a new study. The Childhood Obesity Surveillance Report, which drew its conclusions from the medical records of Corewell Health patients (ages 4 to 17) who had a... See more

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Progress is sucking pudding through a plastic straw. In a therapy room that doubles as a simulated grocery store, Nour Yahya works against gravity, willing the muscles in her mouth and face to bring the chocolaty treat to her mouth. ... See more

EAST GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A four-mile race around Reeds Lake in East Grand Rapids is a fast, festive way for anyone looking to get a head start on their physical fitness-related New Year's resolution. On Wednesday, hundreds participated in the Reeds Lake... See more

KENT COUNTY, Mich. — A trio of townships may form a new fire department after the Village of Sand Lake decided not to renew its contract with them. On Tuesday, the Pierson Township board held a special meeting to discuss the future of fire and first respo... See more

KENT COUNTY, Mich. — If there ever was a day to take the day off work, the Monday after Christmas might take the cake (as well as Santa's leftover milk and cookies). The Kent County Road Commission, though, perhaps unlike your post-holiday workplace, is f... See more