On March 24, in the Business Building, the Toastmasters chapter, a public speaking group, hosted its first meeting. The chapter teaches students how to build public speaking, leadership and professional […]
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Local flavors shine at Taste of Mecosta event
The Taste of Mecosta County event on March 24 brought together a plethora of local restaurants, bakeries and caterers to showcase what they are cooking. The event, which was hosted […]
Book and record store to open in Big Rapids
Two siblings are preparing to open Big Rapids newest business, Books and Beats, a store selling vinyl records, used books and music lessons in downtown Big Rapids. The store is […]
Jim Crow museum wins advertising award
On March 14, Ferris State’s marketing team won three American Advertising Awards in Memphis, Tennesse, for promoting the Jim Crow Museum’s exhibit “Overcoming Hateful Things.” The team created a cross-platform […]
On the Record April 1st, 2026
Warrant March 21, 8:21 p.m. – Ferris State police officers arrested a wanted individual on March 21 after spotting a vehicle linked to an active warrant on Ferris Drive. The […]
Ferris ranks top 20 nationally for exam pass rates
Ferris State University College of Pharmacy class of 2025 has been ranked in the top 20 nationally with a 94% pass rate for its license exams. The College of […]
“Bowldogs” bowling for good
Community members, Special Olympics athletes and Ferris students came together on Sunday, March 22, for a night of fun and fundraising as Special Olympics Michigan hosted its Wacky Bowling fundraiser. […]
Big Rapids Library receives grant for a native pollinator garden
A grant to build a native plant garden designed to support local pollinators and educate the community has been given to the Big Rapids Community Library. The Wildflower Association […]
First look into the exercise science program
The new exercise science program was launched this past year in the Fall of 2025. This new program has been under discussion for the past two years and was finally […]
On the Record March 18th, 2026
Parking lot drama Feb. 23 – A student reported ongoing verbal harassment and threats from another student following a personal dispute. The incidents occurred in campus parking areas and involved […]