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Muskegon man, 31, hospitalized after beating outside bar Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 6:47AMMUSKEGON — A 31-year-old Muskegon man remained hospitalized Friday with severe injuries to his head and face suffered in a beating Wednesday outside a neighborhood bar, police said.
Grand opening for MSU's Secchia Center Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 4:27AMYears of planning, designing, digging and building culminate Friday along the Grand Rapids Medical Mile when Michigan State University hosts the grand opening of the Secchia Center.
Munson: Spectrum merger deal dead Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 4:25AMMunson Healthcare won't merge with Spectrum Health but will continue to investigate potential partnerships with other health care providers around the state.
MSU Medical School Friday, September 10, 2010 @ 1:33AMMichigan State University celebrates $90 Million medical school Headquarters in Grand Rapids at a ribbon cutting ceremony today.
Munson will not merge with Spectrum Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 11:24AMThere will be no merger between Munson Healthcare and Spectrum Health as Munson explores other “affiliation” options with health care systems around the state.
Munson says no to merger Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 8:11AMThe Munson Healthcare Board says yes to affiliations, but no to the merger with Spectrum Health.
Victims identified in double homicide Wednesday, September 8, 2010 @ 6:10AMLEWISTON — A 50-year-old Lewiston man, the suspect in a double homicide at a Lewiston residence Monday afternoon, was found 300 miles south of the crime scene in Noble County, Ind., with self-inflicted gunshot wounds.
Jeffery Holmes sentenced for killing his 4-month-old daughter Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 3:15PMThe mother of Ahlanna Holmes said during the sentencing hearing, "Jeffery was supposed to be her father and her protector. ... Instead, he became her worst enemy."
Leaking tank cleanup to cause detours Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 11:21AMDetours and delays are in store for motorists this month in Traverse City as crews work to clean up a leaking underground storage tank.
Double homicide investigation in Lewiston Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 7:26AMA double homicide investigation is underway after two people are found dead of gunshot wounds in Montmorency County. The suspect in the case is a relative, who died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Photo Gallery: Labor Day Weekend Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:36AMFall is, officially, still a few weeks away. But local businesses and tourist destinations already are reflecting on what they're calling a strong summer season.
Munson, Spectrum Decision Reached Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 9:56AM7&4 News is told the Munson Healthcare Board has made a decision involving the ongoing talks with Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids.
Today in Food: The tastiest Alaskan catch Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 4:51AMMo and Mike Ennenga chatted amiably with customers from their farm market stand stocked with Alaskan-caught seafood.
Sullivan Township man in critical condition after being set on fire Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:21PMNeighors said they don't know the man, nor his girlfriend with whom he lives and who owns the home. They said there have been some arguments at the home in the past.
Holland Township Crash Victim Dies In Grand Rapids Hospital Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 7:03AM20-Year-Old Ran A Stop Sign At 104th Avenue & Quincy Street One Week Ago Tonight A 20-year-old Olive Township man has died in the hospital from injuries suffered in an Ottawa County crash last Sunday night.
Teen's death highlights spike in heroin use Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:37AMA Traverse City motel employee walked into a room to clean and found a dead teen on the floor, police said.
Man critically injured after being struck by vehicle in Muskegon Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:21PMMUSKEGON — A 60-year-old Muskegon County man was critically injured after he was struck by a vehicle early Friday.The man, who lists a Whitehall address, but reportedly was living in the Muskegon Heights area at the time of the crash,...
Gorton listed in fair condition Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:16AMThe Shelby man injured after jumping from the Garfield Road bridge at the Stony Lake oval in Benona Township Aug. 22 was listed in fair condition at Spectrum Health Care Center in Grand Rapids Tuesday, Aug. 31.
Joy Heaven, accused of killing foster child, passed foster care licensing review with flying colors, report shows Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:30AMSee what the report said about Heaven's ability to care for foster children.
Community Calendar, September 2010 Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:51AMCOMMUNITY CALENDAREditor's Note: Meetings listed are as current as possible at the time of publication. Please contact the groups to verify their plans.POTPOURRI OF EVENTS/SEPTEMBER 2010SEPT. 1-7, 2010GREATER MUSKEGON WOMAN'S CLUB, September general club luncheon/Membership Tea, 1 p.m. Sept....
Man in fair condition after crashing motorcycle into car in Montcalm County Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:30AMMotorcycle rider Allen Lee Adams crashed when he attempted to pass three to four cars on the left.
Ann Arbor Man Critical After Ottawa County Diving Accident Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 10:24AM25-Year-Old Was Visiting Friends When He Dove Into Shallow Area In Lake Michigan A 25-year-old Ann Arbor man is hospitalized in critical condition after a Saturday evening diving accident on Lake Michigan.
U-M seeks partnership with Munson Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 6:12AMMunson Healthcare nears a decision on linking with Spectrum Health amid new partnership overtures from another major health care provider.
Four Injured in Spring Lake Two-Vehicle Crash after Driver Falls Asleep Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:09PMFour people are in the hospital after an accident in Ottawa County's Spring Lake Township. Investigators say a teen driver fell asleep behind the wheel, causing a head-on crash.
Teen driver dozes; 4 hurt, 1 critically Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 3:08PMFour people were injured in a two-car crash in Spring Lake Friday afternoon when a teenage driver fell asleep at the wheel.
Police: Driver admits falling asleep before head-on crash in Spring Lake Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:29PMPolice say the driver of the westbound car told them she fell asleep at the wheel, then snapped awake as she veered into the eastbound lanes and hit another vehicle.
Citing privacy concerns, Michigan hospitals will start asking parents to store newborn blood spots Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 5:21AMThe move marks a significant shift for Michigan health officials after nearly a half-century of such tests.
Driver dies after truck hits tree Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 3:53PMA driver died Wednesday after his truck crossed the yellow line, left the road and struck a tree, Rockford police said.
Sparta mom awaiting double lung transplant is removed from organ waiting list Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 11:30AMKerry Hutchins, 33, is no longer strong enough to survive a transplant.
Shelby man injured in Stony Creek bridge jump Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:15AMSTONY LAKE — A 51-year-old Shelby man was injured Sunday evening after jumping from the Garfield Road bridge into Stony Creek at the Stony Lake oval in Benona Township.
Wayland man, son injured in souped up golf-cart accident Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:30AMA Wayland man and one of his children were injured last Friday, Aug. 20 after the man lost control of a modified golf-cart he was driving in Greenwood Township.
Deputies investigating local man's death Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 4:59AMDonald Eugene Claypool was known by office workers at his apartment complex as a longtime tenant who dropped off sweets during the holiday season. Jeff Robinson, often a lucky recipient, was shocked this week to hear Claypool died and is the focus of an investigation.
Physicians Health Plan of Mid-Michigan to run state’s high-risk health pool Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 12:05PMPhysicians Health Plan of Mid-Michigan has contracted with the federal government to manage the state’s high-risk pool for the next 3 ½ years, said the Michigan Office of Financial and Insurance Regulation.
Police: Boy injured in father's crash of 'souped-up' golf cart Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:21PMOCEANA COUNTY — A Wayland boy was in fair condition Monday at a Grand Rapids hospital after a “souped-up” golf cart his father was driving crashed along an Oceana County road.Benjamin Myers, 9, was injured in the 3:18 p.m. Friday...
Shelby man hospitalized after diving into shallow creek from bridge Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:02PMOCEANA COUNTY — A Shelby man was listed in serious condition at a Grand Rapids hospital Monday after diving head-first from a small bridge into shallow Stony Creek on Sunday.
Bridge jump lands Shelby man in hospital Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 9:00PMThe Oceana County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that a 51-year-old Shelby man jumped off the bridge over Stony Creek about 7:15 p.m. Sunday. The man was taken to Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids via Aeromed for treatment of injuries.
Three boys injured in boating accident in Ottawa County Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 10:15AMTwo, ages 15 and 5, were taken to Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital, where they were treated and released.
Alto 22-Year-Old Hurt When Vehicle Hits Embankment & Rolls Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 7:40AMKent County Deputies Say Alcohol Was Involved After Driver Sustained Severe Facial Injuries & Broken Femur In His Right Leg An Alto man suffered extensive facial injuries and a broken leg when his vehicle struck an embankment and rolled over in Kent County just before midnight Saturday.
Alto man breaks leg, suffers severe facial injuries in late-night crash Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 6:30AMAlcohol played a factor in the crash, and its unknown whether the driver was wearing a seat belt, according to Kent County Sheriff's Department.
Sand Lake man, electrocuted Tuesday at business, dies from injuries Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 2:00PMPatrick Underhill was working on a conveyor at High Grade Materials plant when the equipment came in contact with a power line.
Alto Teen Hospitalized In Critical Condition After Car Strikes Tree Near Caledonia Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 7:40AM19-Year-Old Was Southbound In 8300 Block Of Kraft Avenue SE When Crash Occurred Early Sunday An Alto teenager was critically injured when the car he was driving hit a tree northwest of Caledonia early Saturday.
Rip currents have been dangerous lately Saturday, August 21, 2010 @ 4:29AMStrong waves and powerful rip currents created dangerous swimming conditions at Lake Michigan beaches in recent days that caught some authorities by surprise.
Munson, U of M talks Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 3:56PMAs Munson Healthcare draws closer to a decision on a possible partnership with Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, 7&4 News has learned that Munson is also talking with another prominent hospital.
Spectrum Health offers preview Blodgett Hospital addition Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 4:59PMThe new addition to Blodgett will allow every patient to have a private room. The facility will also have one of the largest surgical recovery areas in the state.
Grand Rapids teen struck by car on U.S. 131 had stopped on shoulder to pick up belongings Thursday, August 19, 2010 @ 8:00AMThe 18-year-old had "very poorly secured" the items atop her car, according to Michigan State Police Sgt. Aaron Sweeney.
Cedar Rapids looks to emulate medical district in Grand Rapids Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 6:40AMGRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — This western Michigan city and Cedar Rapids have more in common than similar names. Both were founded along rivers — the Grand and Cedar — with industries that relied on water power: furniture manufacturing in Michigan and food processing in Iowa. Each city is the second largest in its respective state, with minor [...]
Carjacking suspects in critical condition after crashing on Grand Rapids' Southwest Side Sunday, August 15, 2010 @ 1:16AMPolice said a weapon was used in the carjacking, which happened near Century Avenue and Hall Street SW.
Police chase ends in crash on Grand Rapids' Southwest Side Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 11:00PMPolice are investigating the incident, which took place near the corner of B Street SW and Caulfield Avenue SW.
Folks In West Michigan Trying To Beat The Heat Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 4:11PMDoctors say drink water, limit time in sun A wave of heat and humidity has people in West Michigan trying to stay cool and safely survive the weather.
Girl, 6, died of rare blood infection Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 2:55PMCheyenne Hendershot's death was the result of a rare bacterial blood infection that may have killed her in a matter of hours, the medical examiner told 24 Hour News 8 on Thursday.