Several new businesses are set to open in Big Rapids throughout 2026, bringing expanded dining options, redevelopment projects and long-awaited returns to the community. One of the most notable additions […]
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Harlem Globetrotters make their way to Ferris
On Thursday, Jan. 22, the Harlem Globetrotters will head to Ferris State University’s Jim Wink Arena as a part of their 100th anniversary tour. The Harlem Globetrotters are a nationally […]
Cold front to hit Big Rapids
Big Rapids and Ferris State are in for a classic Michigan winter week, full of single-digit temperatures with some of the coldest temperatures of the winter season and plenty of […]
Ferris offering new AI course
Ferris State University’s new Artificial Intelligence for Everyone course will be coming to campus in the fall of 2026. Students can find this course labeled under ARTI 200, and […]
Rebuilding and rising
After losing their long-time head coach and much of their roster, the Ferris State speech and debate team is rebuilding, alongside searching for a permanent coach, yet they are still […]
Hundreds gather to celebrate recent athletic victories
Monday, Jan. 12, marked the start of the 2026 spring semester, along with Bulldog Spirit Day, a celebration of the recent successes achieved by the football and volleyball teams. The […]
Associate professor arrested by ICE
An associate professor at Ferris State University was arrested by ICE on Nov. 12. News of the arrest was announced on Nov. 25. Sumith Gunasekera has been employed at Ferris […]
Movie theater confirmed to open in 2026
According to a Facebook post from the Big Rapids Theatre, the venue is expected to open in the first quarter of 2026. Job postings are anticipated to be available in […]
On the Record December 3rd, 2025
Dating violence Nov. 24, 4:19 a.m. – Deputies responded to reports of yelling and possible domestic disturbance from West Campus apartments. Ferris State University officers arrived shortly after to investigate. […]
PGM celebrates 50th anniversary
The Ferris State University PGA Golf Management program celebrated its 50th anniversary this year with a weekend-long celebration that included alumni, golf professionals and Ferris State faculty. The program’s history […]