Belding and Blakely near Rockford is closed for a crash.

Submitted by WZZM13, News Staff

Thursday, December 3rd, 2015, 3:06pm

KENT COUNTY, Michigan (WZZM) -- Multiple people were seriously injured in a crash near Rockford Thursday morning.

The intersection of Belding and Blakely in northern Kent County was closed for a time due to the crash.

Three vehicles were involved. Dispatchers told WZZM 13 at least three people were seriously injured..

Michigan State Police are handling the case. At this time, they cannot confirm the number or extent of the injuries.

The crash happened shortly before 7:30 am. when a car was waiting to turn left, was rear-ended and pushed into a third car.

The accident remains under investigation.

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Rockford explosion, fire linked to marijuana butter

Submitted by John Hogan on Monday, November 30th, 7:52 pm

ROCKFORD, Mich. (WZZM) -- A Friday afternoon fire at a Rockford apartment complex that left a man with serious burns was caused by a butane explosion during the production of marijuana butter, police said Monday.

The fire at Harvest Hill apartments on Childsdale Avenue just south of 10 Mile Road NE was confined to one unit, but several other units were evacuated over concerns about the building's structural integrity.

An initial investigation by the Rockford Department of Public Safety indicates butane was being used to extract hash oil from marijuana in the production of marijuana butter.

"The butane ignited when he lit a cigarette,'' Rockford DPS Director David Jones said, adding that the explosion occurred in a bathroom.

The victim suffered burns to nearly half of his body, including his mouth. Rockford police were not releasing the man's name because of pending criminal charges, Jones said.

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Submitted by WZZM13, News Staff

Sunday, November 29th, 2015, 1:34pm

ROCKFORD, Mich. (WZZM) -- Police believe alcohol is a factor in an early morning crash near Rockford.

Tommi Danorder, a 37-year-old Solon Township resident, was traveling north on Wolverine Boulevard near 10 Mile Road when she lost control of her car, according to a Kent County Sheriff's Department news release. The crash happened around 6:13 a.m. Sunday.

The vehicle struck the median and rolled several times before coming to a rest on its roof in the southbound lanes of Wolverine Boulevard.

Danorder was the only person in the car, police said. She was taken to Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids to be treated for serious injuries.

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Submitted by Kal Kamyszek, Blogger, receptionist and cook

Friday, November 20th, 2015, 12:13pm

Steel City Rovers to perform in New Era, Michigan

Steel City Rovers are bringing their show, “Winter Tidings” to Morat’s Bakery and Pub Stage in New Era, MI on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at 7:00pm.

This group from Canada, performs a mix of old world Celtic seasonal standards, secular and non-secular works and some of their new compositions tailored for the season. An energetic show of toe tapping jigs, reals and uplifting songs. A great seasonal outing.

The cost for this great show is a $5.00 cover charge; dinner prices from $10.00 - $15.00 from the dinner menu.

Any additional information can be obtained by calling Mark Fletcher at 226-227-1064 or by e-mail at sadsquirrel@sympatico.ca

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Craft Day for Deer Hunter Widows

Submitted by Cheri Mikowski, WZZM Receptionist & Community Blogger

Monday, November 16th, 2015, 2:33pm

A perfect craft day is offered for women this Saturday, November 21.

Howard Christian Nature Center invites hunter widows the chance to pass the time away with an opportunity to use their talent to create upcoming holiday mementos’ to take home.

Natural ornaments & Wreaths for the holidays are the craft activities offered at Camp Lily’s on 20 Mile Road on Saturday, November 21 from 11am-1pm. Register soon to attend this crafty experience!

A donation of $10 is encourage, which includes supplies.

Visit www.howardchristensen.org to register.

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Submitted by WZZM13, News Staff

Saturday, November 14th, 2015, 4:21pm

ROCKFORD, Mich. (WZZM) -- Juicy roast beef, and warm cheddar cheese is just one delicious menu item at Ramona's table. This week's Taste of My Town brings us to the quaint restaurant in Rockford where they focus on farm to table food and sustainability.

Ramona's Table menu includes a variety of sandwiches, wraps, salads, appetizers, and entrees -- all made with fresh, local produce.

Ramona's Table is located in Downtown Rockford on Squires Street Square. Their exact address is 17 Squires Street Square NE.

They are open Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

You can visit their website, by clicking here.

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It's official, Cannonsburg buys Pando

Submitted by Kayla Fortney on Friday, November 13th, 5:51 pm

ROCKFORD, Mich. (WZZM) -- Pando is no longer for sale. The winter sports park was bought by Cannonsburg Ski Area Friday afternoon.

Alycia Choroszucha, Marketing and Development Coordinator of Cannonsburg, tells WZZM 13 the owners didn't want to see Pando sell to a company with an alternate purpose for the park and look forward to expanding their winter activities.

Choroszucha adds, Pando will likely be closed this season as they need time to assess the property.

In addition to the big purchase, Cannonsburg also announced they will be adding tubing this year. They have created a tubing operation larger than Pando's to be open this season.

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