West Michigan's Morning News

Your brain changes as you age - Dr. Jim Applegate joins us with results from a new study.

Andria Romkema with The Right Place joins us to discuss West Michigan's economic outlook for 2025.

Rick Vuyst joins us to preview this week's show!

Matt Cook, Vice President of Community Relations with Lake Michigan Credit Union joins us to discuss the important work done by Radiothon and Helen DeVos Children's Hospital.

Ty Hallock joins us to recap last night's Lions game and we look toward Conference Championship Weekend in college football.

Mark Oberlin joins us to discuss year-end tax decisions - a big series of questions for retirees.

Our top trending stories for this Friday December 5, 2025.

More weird animal stories, including a man giving a snake CPR highlight today's top 5!

We invite you to meet Christian Maul. Hear the story of his incredible life and his family's experience at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital. 

Donate here to the 2025 Radiothon to help families just like Christian's: https://corewellhealth.org/foundation/west/helen-devos-childrens-hospital/radiothon

Adam is in from the Producer's Booth with details on how you can have a fun-filled weekend!

Dr. James Fahner, Medical Director of Philanthropy Education and Provider Well-Being at Helen DeVos Children's Hospital joins us to discuss the impact of Radiothon.

More details on how to donate can be found at woodradio.com. 

J.R. Richard with the Michigan Department of Transportation joins us to discuss a timeline to fix the ramp from 196 Westbound to 131 Southbound.

Australia's new law banning social media for those under 16 begins soon. Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage joins us to discuss how this will work and what other countries may follow suit.

A record for longest dog tongue, painted Christmas trees, and no good deed goes unpunished. Those stories and more on today's top 5!

Dr. Bill Pink, President of Ferris State University joins us to discuss the big football game this weekend against Minnesota State.

Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage joins us to discuss outcomes of yesterday's special envoy meeting regarding peace between Ukraine and Russia.

NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us to discuss accounts created for newborns under the Trump Administration.

President Trump held a Cabinet meeting regarding attacks on drug trafficking boats. Fox News Radio's Eben Brown joins us with the details.

Savannah Girmscheid, Financial Wellness Manager with Lake Michigan Credit Union joins us to discuss resources available for financial wellness as we approach the holiday season.

Lots of animal stories in today's top 5 and a REALLY unfortunate job duty.

Our top trending stories for this Wednesday December 3, 2025.

Ian Mitchel joins us for our weekly Griffins Power Play!

Fox News Radio's Ryan Schmelz joins us to discuss the deadline Congress has to pass to extend healthcare subsidies before they expire.

Special Envoy Steve Witkoff is set to meet with President Putin to discuss peace between Russia and Ukraine. Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savave joins us with the details.

NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us to discuss which industries are seeing boom and bust due to weight loss medications.

Our top trending stories for this Tuesday December 2, 2025.

A driverless car drives into a police standoff, a world record for dodgeball and a major dining malfunction. Those stories and more on today's top 5!

Nick Bayer with Wedgwood Christian Services joins us to discuss how to take care of your mental health during the holiday season - and how that may look different for everyone.

More resources can be found here: https://www.wedgwood.org/holiday-mental-health-tips/

Football insider Ty Hallock joins us to discuss the coaching change at Michigan State, and also we get a recap of Ohio State/Michigan and what the Lions need to do to make the playoffs.

Fox News Radio's Eben Brown joins us to discuss how Cyber Monday started and where you might find the best deals.

Fox News Radio's Jonathan Savage joins us to discuss Pope Leo's first international trip as Pope.

Our top trending stories for this Monday December 1, 2025.

You can now watch Christmas movies at the Empire State Building, the world's smallest horse, and a massive snail heist. Those stories and more on today's top 5!

LMCU Game of The Week |Div 4| Unity Christian v Divine Child

LMCU Game of the Week | PLAYOFFS |  Div 5 State Final | West Catholic vs. Pontiac Notre Dame Prep

Adam is in with details on how you can have a fabulous weekend!

A new study is out saying that it is harder to get a new job than it is to get into Harvard. NBC News Radio National Correspondent Rory O'Neill joins us with the details.

Ty Hallock joins us to discuss THE GAME, the Lions VS Packers, and we sneak in a little bit about Michigan State.

Our top trending stories for this Wednesday November 26, 2025.

The Community backed renovation efforts at Valley Field are rounding third and headed home! Paul Soltysiak joins us to discuss the last push to raise funds to finish the project.

More information can be found here: https://www.fansofvalleyfield.org/