1. Less than 50 percent of elementary and middle schoolers in Michigan are at the levels they're supposed be when it comes to math and science.
This is according to the state-wide MSTEP test results that just came out, but it does show that West Michigan students are strong in reading and English.
Several of the local districts with low performance scores will be meeting with state leaders to discuss how to move forward.
Also another important factor to look at is that 96 percent of students took the test online.
2. If you could help redesign Calder Plaza in downtown Grand Rapids, what would you change?
Well, you'll soon have your say. The city released its top three picks of what the redesigned plaza would look like on Tuesday.
Some of the biggest changes they're considering include more green space and shaded areas for festivals, rallies and concerts.
After Labor Day the city will be posting a survey online where you can vote for your favorite new look. They hope to have a design finalized by October.
3. Derek Jeter's Turn 2 Foundation is sponsoring Nickelodeon's Road to Worldwide Day of Play tonight. The family friendly event runs from 5-8 p.m. at the Kalamazoo County Expo Center and is free and open to the public.
Kids can play fitness-themed activities, including a super slime obstacle course, nick bowling, and more. There will be a slime booth, costume characters and who knows? Maybe the future hall of famer Derek Jeter will show up.
4. Dog lovers, pay attention. A proposed dog park for downtown Muskegon needs your help.
A crowd funding campaign is looking to raise $50,000 by September 30.
If that happens, a matching grant will also be awarded.
The park’s plans include doggie drinking fountains, agility tunnels and bars and a grooming area.
So far around $12,000 has been raised. You can donate to the campaign here.
5. A new company is turning your kids' artwork into the real thing.
It's called Picture This Clothing and it turns handmade fashion illustrations into dresses.
You just need to download the template for the dress size you want, draw whatever you want on it, upload it, and get a real dress in the mail in less than three weeks.
It costs $49 per dress, and if you pay a little extra, you can get matching ones that fit American Girl and Barbie Dolls.
