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BEWARE-Dangerous Viral Disease Now Confirmed In More MI Counties
While many Michigan residents enjoy more outdoor activities with the summer weather, there are some summertime illnesses to be concerned about such as those associated with heat or swimming. There is one concerning viral disease now being detected in more Michigan counties that could cause serious illness or death to people and pets.
Inclusive community takes another step forward in Holland Township
HOLLAND TWP. — A new development billed as an affordable, sustainable, Christian living community for individuals with disabilities and market-rate renters has taken another step forward in Holland Township. Project representatives appeared before the Holland Township Planning Commission last week to request a Future Land Use Map Amendment that would allow the seven-acre piece of property just south of Ridge Point Church to be rezoned R2-A (Medium Density Residential). ...
Monster truck throwdown, demo derby planned for 2024 Ottawa County Fair
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI - The Ottawa County Fair returns next week with five days of family-friendly festivities. The annual fair kicks off on Monday, July 22, at 1286 Ottawa Beach Road in Holland, with carnival rides opening on Tuesday. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
LG property rezoning — including Old Wing Mission — approved by Holland City Council
HOLLAND — Holland City Council voted to rezone six properties — including the Old Wing Mission — on Wednesday, helping pave the way for LG Energy Solution’s third phase expansion project. The move was approved unanimously at a July 17 meeting and rezones 5320, 5304, 5298,...
Water main project in West Michigan to force monthslong road closure
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – Construction crews will soon begin installing water main along one road in Ottawa County, causing some closures and delays for drivers in the coming weeks. The planned work in Holland Township is scheduled to start on Monday, July 22, according to the Ottawa County Road...
Allendale farmer challenging Ottawa Impact co-founder for county board seat
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – An Allendale farmer who is a frequent public commenter at board meetings is challenging Ottawa Impact co-founder Sylvia Rhodea for the District 8 Ottawa County Board of Commissioners seat in the upcoming Republican primary. David Lee Morren, 63, is challenging Rhodea, 53, in the Aug....
NOT AFFECTED | County dispatches in Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon counties not affected by IT outage
KENT COUNTY, Mich. — A worldwide technology outage affected companies around the world, including banks, airlines, media outlets and more. The cause of the outage stems from an issue with the CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity technology company. While there are reports of the outage affecting flights, banks and other companies...
100th Anniversary | Complete guide to the 2024 Coast Guard Festival
GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — Grand Haven's biggest event is returning for its 100th year at the end of the month. The 2024 Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival is set to host one of its biggest celebrations yet as it honors the men and women of the United States Coast Guard.
Millage supporting Ottawa County seniors up for renewal
OTTAWA COUNTY - A millage that funds programming for senior citizens in Tri-Cities - Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Ferrysburg - is up for renewal on the Aug. 6 ballot. The North Ottawa County Council on Aging Millage renewal proposal requests 0.2500 mills ($0.2500 per $1,000 of taxable value) for 10-years, 2025 through 2034. The funding supports a large portion of the budget to operate the Grand Haven-based Four Pointes Center for Successful Aging that provides a variety of services and programming to seniors.
Monster trucks, TV giveaways and more. Everything to know for the 2024 Ottawa County Fair
PARK TWP. — Ottawa County is gearing up for a week of family fun, grandstand events and giveaways with the 65th annual Ottawa County Fair right around the corner. The fair runs Monday-Saturday, July 22-27, at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 1286 Ottawa Beach Road in Holland. Gates open at 3 p.m. Monday and 8:30 a.m. every other day.
WMTA shares mid-summer fun: Coast Guard Fest, Art in the Park & more
July is almost over, but there's no end to the fun in store for West Michiganders this summer. The West Michigan Tourist Association stopped by FOX 17's studio to bring you more fun events
Plainwell library seeks tax renewal — would likely cut hours, staff if voted down
PLAINWELL, MI — The Charles A. Ransom District Library in Plainwell is asking select voters in parts of Allegan and Kalamazoo counties to renew an expiring operating millage this August. The 0.58-mill proposal is a continuation of the same rate the library — at 180 S. Sherwood Ave. —...
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