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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
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Grand Rapids Twp home ‘total loss' after fire
A Grand Rapids Township home is a total loss following a Sunday morning fire, authorities say. (July 27, 2025) Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Michigan among states that could glimpse northern lights. See map
Much of Michigan could see the northern lights on July 26, according to NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) forecast. The northern lights, also known as the aurora borealis, may be visible in as many as 14 northern states tonight, according to NOAA's SWPC dashboard. According to NOAA, "view lines" Michiganders as far south as Grand Rapids, Lansing and Port Huron may be able to catch a glimpse of the shimmering lights in the night sky to the north. The lights could be overhead for people in parts of the Upper Peninsula. NOAA says a G1 geomagnetic storm, a worldwide disturbance of the Earth's magnetic field, is expected to produce a Kp rating of 5. Kp is an index used to indicate the severity of the global magnetic disturbances in near-Earth space, NOAA said. Kp ratings increase from zero to 9+. NOAA is predicting moderate and minor geomagnetic storm impacts. Some high latitude electrical systems could suffer damage, radios could be affected among other issues. When could the northern lights be visible? The northern lights could be visible in Michigan Saturday, July 26, according to SPWC. What are the northern lights? The northern lights, or aurora borealis, are waves of light created when the solar wind strikes the atmosphere, creating a display of moving lights in the night sky. Which states could see the northern lights? The NOAA says the red "view line" marks the southernmost extent where aurora might be seen on the northern horizon. While more than a dozen states have a chance to see the northern lights on July 26, Alaska has the greatest chance to see the spectacle, followed by parts of the following states: Idaho Michigan Washington Montana Wyoming North Dakota South Dakota Minnesota Wisconsin New York Vermont New Hampshire Maine Why do the northern lights have different colors? The color of the aurora depends on which gas is being excited by the electrons and on how much energy is being exchanged, NASA said. Oxygen emits either a greenish-yellow light (the most familiar color of the aurora) or a red light; nitrogen generally gives off a blue light. The oxygen and nitrogen molecules also emit ultraviolet light, which can only be detected by special cameras on satellites. This article originally appeared on Lansing State Journal: Northern lights forecast: Michigan, other states could see aurora borealis July 26 Solve the daily Crossword
CBS News
5 days ago
- CBS News
Grand Rapids residents urged to be on the lookout for coyotes, report sightings
Police in one northern Minnesota city are asking residents to report any coyote sightings. This message comes after a few close encounters with the wild animal along walking trails north of West Elementary School in Grand Rapids. The police department says you should avoid the area, but if you must be there, to make sure you are aware of your surroundings. The Grand Rapids Police Department also says a handful or reports have been made involving coyote interaction with humans, including one where the animal followed a person who was running on the trail. The coyote then brushed up against the runner's leg before running away. Another person said the animal followed them and their dog and only left after the caller said they threw rocks at the animal. Police add another person reported a coyote nipped their ankle while running.
Bloomberg
7 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Medical Tech Firm Shoulder Innovations Seeks $105 Million in IPO
Shoulder Innovations Inc. is seeking to raise as much as $105 million in an initial public offering, as US listings continue to rebound. The Grand Rapids, Michigan-based company plans to market 5 million shares for $19 to $21 each, according to its filing Thursday with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.
Yahoo
22-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Mercantile Bank Corporation Increases Regular Cash Dividend
Board declares $0.38 regular quarterly cash dividend on common stock, resulting in a current annual yield of approximately 3.1 percent GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mercantile Bank Corporation (NASDAQ: MBWM) ("Mercantile") announced today that on July 17, 2025, its Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.38 per common share, payable on September 17, 2025, to holders of record as of September 5, 2025. The $0.38 cash dividend represents increases of nearly 3 percent and 6 percent from the cash dividends paid during the second quarter of 2025 and third quarter of 2024, respectively. "As evidenced by our Board of Directors' declaration of an increased third quarter regular cash dividend, we remain dedicated to enhancing shareholder value through meaningful cash returns," said Ray Reitsma, President and Chief Executive Officer of Mercantile. "We are very pleased that our financial metrics remained strong during the second quarter of 2025, which coupled with the expected attainment of solid operating results in upcoming periods, should empower us to effectively address any challenges arising from the protracted period of uncertain macro-economic conditions and continue our regular cash dividend program while maintaining satisfactory capital levels to meet asset expansion objectives." About Mercantile Bank Corporation Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Mercantile Bank Corporation is the bank holding company for Mercantile Bank. Mercantile provides financial products and services in a professional and personalized manner designed to make banking easier for businesses, individuals, and governmental units. Distinguished by exceptional service, knowledgeable staff, and a commitment to the communities it serves, Mercantile is one of the largest Michigan-based banks with assets of approximately $6.2 billion. Mercantile Bank Corporation's common stock is listed on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol "MBWM." For more information about Mercantile, visit and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter) @MercBank, and LinkedIn @merc-bank. Forward-Looking Statements This news release contains statements or information that may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as: "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "goal," "seek," "believe," "project," "estimate," "expect," "strategy," "future," "likely," "may," "should," "will," and similar references to future periods. Any such statements are based on current expectations that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from the results expressed in forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause such a difference include changes in interest rates and interest rate relationships; increasing rates of inflation and slower growth rates or recession; significant declines in the value of commercial real estate; market volatility; demand for products and services; climate impacts; labor markets; the degree of competition by traditional and nontraditional financial services companies; changes in banking regulation or actions by bank regulators; changes in tax laws and other laws and regulations applicable to us; changes in prices, levies, and assessments; the impact of technological advances; potential cyber-attacks, information security breaches and other criminal activities; litigation liabilities; governmental and regulatory policy changes; the outcomes of existing or future contingencies; trends in customer behavior as well as their ability to repay loans; changes in local real estate values; damage to our reputation resulting from adverse publicity, regulatory actions, litigation, operational failures, and the failure to meet client expectations and other facts; changes in the national and local economies; unstable political and economic environments; disease outbreaks, such as the COVID-19 pandemic or similar public health threats, and measures implemented to combat them; and other factors, including those expressed as risk factors, disclosed from time to time in filings made by Mercantile with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Mercantile undertakes no obligation to update or clarify forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements contained herein. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Mercantile Bank Corporation Sign in to access your portfolio
