I grew up in South Haven. Gotta love the Lake Michigan shore! I still feel a yearning for the beach, pretty much daily. I moved to Grand Rapids to go to Calvin College and study theater. Eventually I changed my major to another passion of mine- media. I was lucky enough to nab a position as an intern at Townsquare Media. About 10 years later I’ve had the pleasure of working in many positions, and I love that I get to spend every week day 10-3 talking with you on GRD! The Liquid Lunch is one of my favorite parts of the day! I just got married in September. My husband (that's still a little weird to say, haha!) Charlie and I laugh together every single day, and he puts up with all of my nonsense—which is not a small amount of nonsense… I may have a slight problem with watching too much TV: Anything on Investigation Discovery, Chopped, Real Housewives, documentaries on Netflix… I could go on. Other things I love: My own rude and feisty orange cat (Money Bags! Yes, that's his real name!), the beach (you may have thought I covered that already, but I really, really love it, OK?), reading, ‘90s alternative rock, people watching, drinking on patios, and most of all -- my dear, dear family.
Janna
Michigan State Police to Crack Down on Speeding Next Week
In an effort to crack down on bad driving behaviors, Michigan State Police are increasing traffic enforcement on July 12-18 for Operation Safe Driver Week.
Buy an Entire Historic Lake Michigan Resort for $1.9M [PHOTOS]
Don't we ALL yearn for a lake house in the summer time? Especially right now in this heatwave?! Well, you can get an ENTIRE resort for $1.9 million, as the Rosemont Inn between Saugatuck and Douglas is on the market.
Kalamazoo Man Will Race Lawnmower Across U.S. on New Reality Show
The casting call read, "If you are not ready for adventure, fun, pain sometimes, but something really rewarding, don’t apply"-- Well, one West Michigan man was READY.
Watch Out for This Invasive Insect That Could Damage Michigan Crops
A bright, colorful insect that damages fruit, hops, and hardwood trees could be the next invasive species in Michigan.
University of Michigan Will Not Host Presidential Debate This Fall
The University of Michigan has bowed out of hosting an upcoming U.S. Presidential Debate due to health and safety concerns about COVID-19.
Son Captures Drone Pics of Soon-To-Retire Truck Driving Dad Crossing Mackinac Bridge
Eric Kuipers' dad had a request. After driving a truck with the same company for 41 years, he asked his son to take photos of him crossing the Mackinac Bridge in his semi before he retires.
Bottle Return in Michigan Starting Back Up Again June 15
Been stockpiling those returnables? Get ready for a payday. Well, (possibly) in $25 increments, at least at first.
President Trump to Tour Michigan Ford Plant, Contradicting Governor’s Order
President Trump will make a stop at the Ford Motor Company's Rawsonville Components Plant in Ypsilanti on Thursday.
Look Inside Matthew Stafford’s $6.5 Million Waterfront Home for Sale
Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford's stunning Bloomfield Township waterfront home, complete with infinity pool and basketball court, is on the market for $6.5 million.
Motorized Boats, Jet Skis Not Allowed During Stay at Home Order
Under Michigan's Stay at Home Order kayaking, canoeing, and sailing is permitted, but using a motorboat, a jet ski, or other similar watercraft is not.
Students at Michigan’s Interlochen Center for the Arts Release ‘Bye Corona’ Video
Stay home, stay indoors, wash your hands, and eventually we’ll all be able to say, “Bye Corona!”
All Eggs Sold in Michigan Will Be Cage-Free by Dec. 2024
A bill was signed into law this week requiring all eggs sold in the state of Michigan to come from hens raised in cage-free environments by December 2024.