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Teen hospitalized after being hit by car in Holland
HOLLAND, Mich. — A teen was injured Thursday night after she was hit by a car in Holland. Police say the crash happened around 11:10 p.m. at 9th Street and Maple Street. The teen had been walking northbound on Maple Street after a fireworks show when she was hit by a westbound vehicle, according to police.
Biking, hiking trails part of proposed development at Greenly and 152nd
PARK TWP. — A partnership between a private citizen, the Outdoor Discovery Center Network and Park Township could bring a new preserve and bike park to Greenly Street and 152nd Avenue. The proposed development, Redlum Farm Preserve and Bike Park, appeared before the Park Township Planning Commission on Thursday,...
Holland doctor completes yet another impressive swim, this time across Lake Erie
HOLLAND — Holland ophthalmologist Bryan Huffman is best known not as a doctor, but as a swimmer. Huffman has swum across the English Channel, completed the 20 Bridges Swim around Manhattan and, now, has completed a crossing of Lake Erie, a 26.7-mile trip. Up next for Huffman? How about...
Holland businesses hope to benefit from Fourth of July
HOLLAND, Mich. (WOOD) — People filled Kollen Park in downtown Holland in anticipation for the free Fourth of July fireworks Thursday. You’d normally see this amount of people on the weekends, but with the day of America’s independence falling on a Thursday this year, businesses in downtown Holland were happy to get the traffic during […]
Fundraiser underway for the family of Kalamazoo man killed in Allegan County crash Sunday
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – The family of a Kalamazoo man killed in a two vehicle crash Sunday has set up a GoFundMe fund to raise money for the man’s wife and four sons. Dan Savage died at the scene of the accident when the car he was driving was broadsided by a pickup truck south of Holland in Allegan County’s Fillmore Township.
Another Pet Microchip Scanning Station Opens in Kent County
Unfortunately, more pets get lost around the 4th of July than any other time of year. Spooked by loud fireworks, pets take off and get separated from their families. I'm glad to see this just in time for the holiday - Kent County has added something new that will help reunite owners with lost pets!
Local Brewer From West Michigan Will Compete At 2024 Paris Olympics
The Great Lakes State will be well represented at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. Athletes from all over the state are set to compete this summer for gold and glory, and that includes a few of our own right here in West Michigan. Kalamazoo native Heath Baldwin has qualified for...
World’s largest free-standing flag flies near Lake Michigan
I bet you didn’t know that the largest free flying American Flag in the world flies proudly less than 3 miles from Lake Michigan. The flag is just east of I-43 at Acuity Insurance in Sheboygan Wisconsin (which is only 117 miles in a straight line from Grand Rapids). The flag is on a pole […]
Heart postpones Van Andel Arena show as Ann Wilson undergoes cancer treatment
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Fans planning to attend Heart's Royal Flush Tour will have to hang onto their tickets for a while longer. Due to lead singer Ann Wilson's recent cancer diagnosis, the band has postponed all remaining shows on their headlining tour, according to organizers Tuesday. This includes...
CAUTION: Michigan is Facing Unhealthy Air Today and Here’s Why
Yesterday marked the Fourth of July, so of course, Michiganders were setting off fireworks to celebrate. However, that has left us waking up to some not-so-great air quality. The less-than-stellar air quality could mean some trouble breathing today in certain parts of the state. The Detroit-area has certainly been affected. Channel 7 (WXYZ) meteorologist, Mike Taylor took to his official Facebook page to let Detroiters know what is going on, and how to stay safe.
Youth Summer Camp Offers Authentic Activities in Fallasburg
Come dressed as a Civil War soldier or lumberman, if you wish, for the Youth Summer Camp in Fallasburg Village, on July 16, from 9 am to 2:10 pm. You will be in for an adventure, as you can choose to do two different activities- a morning and an afternoon activity, as well as an interactive Civil War program at lunch.
The Shelley Irwin Show Podcast for 7-3-24
The Fourth of July most likely a wonderful day for family gatherings and fireworks, yet mistakes made can be costly. Holland Hospital’s Dr. Daniel DeCook, General Surgeon, Trauma Medical Director, discusses the popularity of the Emergency room around the July 4th holiday and ways to prevent injury. Last minute...
Former Davenport student-athlete to compete at the Olympics
Former Davenport University student-athlete, Muskegon native and Grand Haven High School graduate Aaron Cummings will be the first person from DU to compete in the Olympic games when the USA Men’s Rugby Sevens Team travels to Paris, France. The team is composed of 12 starting athletes, including Cummings who...
Recall Alert: Michigan, Check Your Pet Food Now
There's another recall hitting Michigan, this time effecting your furry babies. The recall hits just a few days after another recall on dog and cat food was just announced here in Michigan. This pet food, could possibly contain salmonella, which could upset your furry babies stomach. New Pet Food Recall...
Michigan Location Once Again Crowned the Most Educated City in the Country
For multiple years running, one Michigan city has been getting praised as the most educated in the U.S. - Well, it's done it again!. Wallethub sought to find the most and least educated locations in the country. The finance publication compared 150 of the largest metropolitan areas, assessing them on...
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