Remember When Traffic Backed Up On US 131 for Michigan Jam?
Sure Woodstock is being remembered this year on it's 50th anniversary. But how about the 40th anniversary that just occurred for the Michigan Jam? Continue reading…
View ArticleThe 100th Street Bridge Facebook Has A Serious Question With The
It's so cold, so I'm not surprised this question would come up. Continue reading…
View ArticleNew 100th St. Bridge over US-131 is Open!
After years of getting hit by tall semi-truck trailers, the 100th Street Bridge over US-131 in southern Kent County has been replaced. We all endured months of construction, along with lane and road...
View ArticleDoes US-131 in G.R. Stress You Out? MDOT Wants to Hear From You
Based on comments from the public and stakeholders, US-131 was identified as a major future transportation project. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhat Does this Billboard Mean?
If you've been driving through downtown Grand Rapids on northbound US-131, you've probably noticed a billboard with a strange message. Continue reading…
View ArticleEastbound I-196 Shuts Down this Friday in Grand Rapids
On Friday, April 9th, 2021 at 9 pm, Eastbound I-196 will be completely shut down at US-131. This shut down will be in effect through July. Continue reading…
View ArticleExpect Traffic Backups on US-131 in Grand Rapids this Weekend
Getting anywhere quickly on US-131 through Grand Rapids this weekend may be close to impossible. Double lane closures for road work will be in place on Saturday and Sunday. Continue reading…
View ArticleBody Found on White Pine Trail in Northern Kent County
The body was found just before 10 am on Monday on the White Pine Trail near 19 Mile Road, just north of Cedar Springs, in northern Kent County. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhat Changes Would You Like Made to US-131?
Every day about 120,000 drivers use US-131 between Wealthy St. and 28th Street. MDOT would like your input on changes and improvements you would like to see. Continue reading…
View ArticleWhat’s the Biggest Complaint About Grand Rapids Drivers?
Tailgating! Not using your turn signal! That's a couple of driving complaints, but this is number one. Continue reading…
View ArticleTeens Wanted for Throwing Concrete at Cars on US-131 Near Grand Rapids
Authorities are searching for two teens accused of hurling concrete chunks at cars on US-131 near Grand Rapids this week. Continue reading…
View ArticleSix Grand Rapids Highways Ranked for Unpredictable Traffic Jams
Grand Rapids has six stretches of highway where you might find yourself sitting in an unpredictable traffic jam. Find out where they are located. Continue reading…
View ArticleIn Michigan, There’s Really Only 3 Seasons…
Winter, Road Construction season, and August! It's that time again...time for road construction projects! Continue reading…
View ArticleWhat Season Is It? Spring? Winter? No, It’s ROAD CONSTRUCTION Season!
If you thought the 28th street thing was going to be big, you ain't seen nothing yet! MDOT has announced that the US 131 lane adding project will start Monday! Tax Day and A big 131 road construction...
View ArticleThe S-Curve’s Anti-Icing System To Be Retired After Winter Has Ended
Did you know that the S-Curve on US-131 has an anti-icing system built into the bridge? I didn't, so it was a double shock for me when the Michigan Department of Transportation announced that this...
View ArticleHeading North out of Grand Rapids this Summer Could be a Slow Journey
The Michigan Department of Transportation released a map of their 2017 road projects today. If you normally head north on the weekends, it could be a slow go from Grand Rapids up to almost Big Rapids....
View Article100th Street Overpass Over US-131 Closed for Months
MDOT says the it could take more than six months to repair the bridge. Continue reading…
View ArticleYes, That Was a Cow You Saw Running Down the Highway in Wayland [Video]
Moooove over. Continue reading…
View ArticleUS 131 to Close at 28th Street Next Weekend
Major detour through Grand Rapids next weekend. Continue reading…
View ArticleMajor Freeway Closed in Grand Rapids Starting This Weekend
This is normally the time of year that road construction projects are wrapping up and the orange construction barrels are put into storage until next spring. Continue reading…
View ArticleSafety Service Patrol Begins on Kent County Freeways in November
Starting November 1st, the Safety Service Patrol will begin patrolling some of the freeways in Kent County to assist motorists in need. Continue reading…
View ArticleMSP Looking For Suspects Who Shot At Cars On US-131
The two shootings took place late Saturday night. Continue reading…
View ArticleSpeeding Driver Loses Control On US-131 And Crashes Into Building
It's safe to say the teen driver is lucky to be alive and walk away from this crash with just minor injuries Continue reading…
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