Broadway Grand Rapids presents Hamilton, on stage now at DeVos Performance Hall. Michigander Paul Louis Lessard joins in, raised in Okemos, MI, plays King George III and talks about the experience touring with Broadway.
Spend time drinking wine in Traverse City come late August. Traverse City Food and Wine kicks of August 20th, a Harvest Blessing Ceremony included. Whitney Warra talks about the multiday event, with many partnerships involved including the National Writers Series, notable chefs, and a Main Stage Grand Tasting.
Byron Days Festival kicks off today, this 89th annual gathering of those calling Byron Center home and more. Jennifer Deamud talks about the event running through the weekend, including Pickleball, a carnival, fun run and so much more, gathering at Whistlestop Park.
We continue to spotlight Michigan Maritime Museum's Sweetwater Film Showcase today and tomorrow, speaking today with filmmaker Lindsey Haskin, SkyHoundMedia. His film The Fish Thief plays tomorrow, a Great Lakes Mystery.
Today is National 24/7 Day, a day to recognize those who serve round the clock, first responders. We talk to Kevin O'Conell ED of the National Association of Convenience Stores, about how free coffee, meals and other offers from local convenience stores, including here in West Michigan.
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