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Women’s Soccer Begins GLIAC Play
With the four non-conference games completed, Ferris State women’s soccer began GLIAC play on Friday, September 11, when Wayne State came to Big Rapids. The Bulldogs went 2-1-1 in their […]
Labor Day Festival fills downtown Big Rapids
Hundreds of people filled downtown Big Rapids as it held its 58th Annual Labor Day Festival on Monday, September 7th. From 10 AM to 2 PM, South Michigan Avenue was […]
Big Rapids farmers market starts up for the summer
People came from all around Big Rapids to the parking lot next to Bernie’s Place for locally made goods of all kinds, from goat milk soap to cutting boards. The first Big Rapids farmers’ market of the season was held on Friday, May 8, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., with vendors offering…
Fun and sun in downtown Big Rapids
June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Michigan Ave will be shut down between Pine and Linden streets for the Big Rapids annual Summerfest. This year’s Summerfest will feature a combination of vendors, live music, games, food, and even a car show. Summerfest is an annual event hosted by…