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Body of missing Muskegon Heights man found in car; 2 men arrested for his murder
MUSKEGON HEIGHTS, Mich. — Muskegon Police arrested two men in the killing of a missing Muskegon Heights man. The Muskegon Police Department said Wednesday they've arrested and charged two West Michigan men in the killing of Michael Farmer. Authorities said 61-year-old Farmer was reported missing on July 1 from...
Standoff underway after reported assault south of Twin Lake
MUSKEGON COUNTY, Mich. — Michigan State Police are in a standoff with a suspect accused of attacking a family member Wednesday morning. The alleged assault happened just after 7 a.m. in Dalton Township, MSP said. Troopers are now working to get the barricaded suspect to come out in the...
'The Sand Docks' project moves forward in Muskegon
MUSKEGON, Mich. — A project that has been in the works for years may finally be coming to fruition in Muskegon's Beachwood-Bluffton neighborhood. On Tuesday night, the Muskegon City Commission approved a planned unit development request for The Sand Docks. We first told you about the project in 2018...
Muskegon judge loses bid to silence election rival over controversial mailings
MUSKEGON, MI – A Muskegon County judge’s request was denied for a temporary restraining order against his election opponent, a local defense attorney, over claims in a campaign mailer, court records show. Public defender Kendrah Robinson is challenging Probate Judge Gregory Pittman for his seat in the November...
HPD news, posted July 24, 2024
The following is recent activity of the Hart Police Department:. 3:30 p.m., harassment complaint, 1000 block of Parmington Avenue, City of Hart. 10:26 p.m., alarm, 2000 block of Comfort Drive, City of Hart. 10:52 p.m., alarm, 1000 block of State Street, City of Hart. Friday, July 12, 2024:. 1:40 a.m.,...
'There's no description for it.' | A year later, family of Colin Rogers still holding on
KENT CITY, Mich. — It's been over a year since Colin Rogers was dragged behind a car after an argument over a vape pen, leaving him comatose with a severe brain injury. Today, Colin continues to fight to stay alive, with family saying every day "little victories" inspire them to fight alongside him.
Bucs' Korenstra to continue football career at GVSU
Jul. 23—Coming into high school, Will Korenstra had a clear hierarchy of his favorite sports, with basketball up at the top, track somewhere in the middle, and football a distant third. "Going into high school, I didn't really want anything to do with football — I was only playing because my friends were playing," Korenstra said. kAmpE E92E E:>6[ 96 925 5C62>D @7 A=2J:?8 4@==686 32D] %92E ...
Metro Detroit developer proposes riverfront hotel in Grand Haven with extended-stay rooms
A suburban Detroit hotel operator wants to develop a new facility along the Grand River at the northern entrance to Grand Haven. Sylvan Lake-based Elite Hospitality Group LLC proposes to develop the four-story, 131-room hotel along southbound U.S. 31. The hotel would feature extended-stay suites for travelers who come to town for a week or more at the lakeshore.
Choice Machinery Group names new vice president of engineering
HOLLAND, Mich. — Choice Machinery Group has appointed Matthew Kooistra as its new vice president of engineering. With more than two decades of experience in manufacturing engineering, management, and continuous improvement, Kooistra brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the company. Kooistra's career spans various leadership roles with...
Muskegon OKs housing, retail plan for former Shaw Walker factory
A developer hopes to start construction this fall on the former Shaw Walker Furniture Co. building to turn the massive vacant industrial facility near Muskegon Lake into a mixed-use project with 538 housing units. The Muskegon City Commission on Tuesday voted unanimously to approve Parkland Properties’ planned unit development located...
Muskegon developer has plans for abandoned Shaw-Walker Furniture factory
“Arguably the biggest vacant building in west Michigan with 84 hundred broken windows.”. John Rooks of Parkland Properties wants to renovate the abandoned Shaw-Walker Furniture factory into a mixed-use building with a restaurant, retail outlets, apartments, condos and townhomes. “We have 546 new units in this project.”. Rooks says studio...
Work could begin soon on Muskegon's abandoned furniture factory
MUSKEGON, Mich. — A building that’s been abandoned since 1989 is one step closer to finding new life and bringing much-needed housing to West Michigan. On Tuesday night, the Muskegon City Commission unanimously approved a request for a planned unit development for Parkland Properties, which is looking to renovate the old Shaw-Walker Furniture Factory. 13 ON YOUR SIDE took a tour of the building after Parkland bought it in late 2023.
Famed Budweiser Clydesdales to Parade Through Muskegon and Appear at Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival
This weekend, downtown Muskegon will be treated to the sight of the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales parading down Western Avenue as part of a series of appearances in West Michigan. These iconic horses, renowned for their stature and affiliation with Budweiser, are celebrating the 90th anniversary of the Tyler Sales Company Inc., a local beer distributor. According to WOODTV, the parade will commence at 4 p.m. on Friday, followed by a showcasing of the Clydesdales outside Hackley Park until 6 p.m.
Abandoned Muskegon factory to be renovated into apartments, condos starting this fall
MUSKEGON, MI - Plans for condominiums, market-rate apartments, a rooftop pool and more are in place for the former Shaw-Walker Factory in Muskegon. The dilapidated building has sat vacant since 1989 at its located on Western Avenue - large and tall with visibly smashed windows, overlooking Muskegon Lake. If you...
2 Republicans square off in Kent County Commission primary race
KENT COUNTY, MI – Two candidates are vying in the Republican Party primary election on Tuesday, Aug. 6, for a seat on the Kent County Board of Commissioners. Republicans Joel Langlois and Elizabeth Morse are facing off for a chance at the seat representing Alpine, Sparta and Tyrone townships as well as the village of Sparta and part of Plainfield Township.
West Michigan events celebrate 34th anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) turns 34 this month, and events are being held across West Michigan to commemorate this milestone. The ADA prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities, including employment, transportation, public accommodations, communications, and access to state and local government programs and services. In Muskegon, Disability Network...
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