More bear sightings in Kent County

Submitted by WZZM13, News Staff

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 5:08pm

KENT COUNTY, Mich. (WZZM) - There were two more local bear sightings overnight - one in Lowell, one in Ada. They come after a bear was spotted in Greenville on Mother's Day, then two more near Lowell the next day.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources says the black bear population is so healthy in Northern Michigan that bears are migrating south to find their own territory.

Experts say black bears are not aggressive. "In my opinion, you shouldn't be afraid of them, but have respect," says Paul Suplinskas, Zookeeper at John Ball Zoo.

They currently have two bears at their exhibit: A brown bear and a grizzly bear. Neither is native to Michigan.

"They're larger than the black bears we have in Michigan. Generally, they are carnivores and more aggressive than our black bears would be."

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Old Fashioned Radio Show comes to Lowell

Submitted by My Town Staff, Hyper-Local News, Information, and Events

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 2:30pm

Old Fashioned Radio Show comes to Lowell

Decades ago, well before televisions, computers and video games, the radio was the main form of home electronic entertainment. Families gathered each evening to listen to the latest news about their community, interspersed with music and local advertising. Often it was the main connection to the outside world. 1930’s Lowell, MI, epitomized this image with its extended rural community and tight-knit family connections.

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More black bear sightings in Kent County

Submitted by WZZM13, News Staff

Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 6:41pm

KENT COUNTY, Mich. (WZZM)- There have been several new sightings of black bears in Kent County. One of them was caught on video, ripping down a bird feeder in someone's yard.

"It's tough making a living out in the wild, but if you can find a feeder or a dumpster, they're going to take advantage of that and come back," says John Niewoonder, a Wildlife Biologist with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. "We've had six or seven calls today from folks who have seen bears."

The DNR says the calls started coming-in on Mother's Day. A bear was seen wandering through Greenville. It eventually climbed a tree, and then came down. "We approached it, then it moved through the city and lost track and we didn't want to approach him, cause he'd go up a tree again."

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Lowell students face suspension for drinking

Submitted by WZZM13, News Staff

Tuesday, May 15th, 2012, 2:01pm

Lowell, Mich.(WZZM) Lowell Public Schools is investigating a problem involving teen drinking at last weekends prom.

Superintendent Greg Pratt tells WZZM 13 News that they are still working through a suspension 'situation.' Pratt confirms drinking was involved but the investigation is still underway. The number of suspensions is unknown at this time, but it could involve several students.

We learned of the incident through a tip to the WZZM 13 Information Center. We contacted the Lowell Police Department and they are not involved with the investigation.

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West Michigan Stage Race

Submitted by Joe Kopecek, Meteorologist

Saturday, May 12th, 2012, 8:11pm

West Michigan Stage Race May 19th and 20th.

This Tour de France style bike race will involve the three

most common forms of bicycle racing. Time Trial, 7.5 mile

out and back where racer compete against the

clock. Criterium, fast paced race on a 1 mile loop where

racers compete for prizes, and culminating in the Road

Race.

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17th Annual MayFest

Submitted by Joe Kopecek, Meteorologist

Saturday, May 12th, 2012, 7:50pm

The 17th annual MayFest Bluegrass Festival opens May 18th at the Kent County Youth Fairgrounds.

This year we've got another great line-up of regional and local bands, featuring the great bluegrass band Volume Five

We're in our 17th year of providing great, family-friendly entertainment in West Michigan and we hope you'll help us make our 17th annual Mayfest a great success.

The West Michigan Bluegrass Music Association is holding Mayfest 2012 at the Kent County Fairgrounds in Lowell, Michigan.

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Summer Reading at KDL is Coming Soon!

Submitted by KDL on Friday, May 11th, 3:10 pm

Summer Reading is just around the corner! Starting June 1, the whole family can sign up for Summer Reading @ KDL and have fun reading this summer! This year, the program runs from Friday, June 1 through Friday, August 31.

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