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6 Michigan beaches closed, under advisories ahead of 4th of July holiday weekend
There are six Michigan beaches closed or under contamination advisories ahead of the Independence Day holiday weekend. If your Fourth of July celebrations include a beach trip, check this list of beaches closed or under contamination advisories for water quality that’s unsafe or questionable for human contact. Even if...
Almost 900,000 Michigan kids set to receive food assistance benefits this summer
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is offering a brand new food assistance program this summer aimed at giving children access to healthy food while school is out. The first-time Michigan Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) program will provide $120 per child in...
Michigan set to become 20th state outlawing ‘gay panic’ defense
LANSING, MI – It would no longer be legal to argue that someone’s sexual orientation justified assaulting them under a proposed law headed to the governor’s desk. If signed into law by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, a person charged with a violent crime couldn’t seek to reduce or evade criminal liability on claims that they lost control and reacted violently because of the victim’s sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
Allegan County family involved in deadly wreck to move forward with organ donation from oldest son
ALLEGAN COUNTY, Mich. — An Allegan family already mourning the loss of a father killed in a wreck will soon say goodbye to their oldest son also gravely injured. The Savage family and their three boys were involved in a crash in Fillmore Township on June 30. It happened at 136th Avenue and 58th Street.
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...
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 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 […]
Furry Friday: Glitter, Dottie and Murphy Brown
The following animals are available for adoption. If you find an animal you’d like to adopt please contact the organization directly. Lowell’s First Look does not assist with the adoption process. And if you’re looking to add to your family and don’t see an animal below, each organization has additional animals looking for new homes. Pet profiles and photos are provided by each organization.
USA Paralympic National Team Member, Aaron Thomas, signs with DIII Hope College (2024)
Aaron Thomas, a US Paralympic team hopeful, will swim for Hope College starting this fall after competing at the Paralympic Trials in June. Current photo via Aaron Thomas. Fitter and Faster Swim Camps is the proud sponsor of SwimSwam’s College Recruiting Channel and all commitment news. For many, swimming in college is a lifelong dream that is pursued with dedication and determination. Fitter and Faster is proud to honor these athletes and those who supported them on their journey.
Celebrate the 4th of July at the Downtown Holland Street Performer Series
Make Downtown Holland your 4th of July designation for celebrating Independence Day! In addition to the annual Celebrate and Save shopping and dining promotion, the Gentex Street Performer Series will also take place on the 4th of July from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm. Head to Downtown Holland to experience the sights and sounds as 25 different performing artists and groups from every background perform free for the public all along 8th Street. It’s the perfect way to spend the evening before the Macatawa Area Coordinating Council (MACC) Community Fireworks at Kollen Park at dusk! The 2024 Street Performer Series is proudly sponsored by Gentex Corporation in celebration of its 50th Anniversary, with support from the Michigan Arts and Culture Council.
New Restaurant, Ice Cream Shop Opens in Historic Ada Schoolhouse
A schoolhouse that's been a part of Ada's history for more than 150 years is getting new life as a deli and ice cream joint!. The Little Red Schoolhouse sits at 7430 River St. Built in 1859, it served as a one room schoolhouse all the way until 1964! Later it was turned into an ice cream shop, then a flower shop after that.
Behind the scenes of Muskegon's Fourth of July firework show
MUSKEGON, Mich. — On Thursday at 10:20 p.m., the sky above Muskegon's lakeshore will be filled with fireworks as the city enjoys its Fourth of July celebration. "It's a pretty significant show, last year was over half an hour," said Muskegon's Mayor, Ken Johnson. "Prime viewing throughout downtown Muskegon."
Lowell Rite Aid Pharmacy Closing Next Week, Store to be Shuttered in August
Hundreds of Rite Aid stores have closed since the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2023. Now, the Lowell store will be one of them. A reader first tipped Lowell’s First Look off to the possible closure two weeks ago. That person shared a document entitled “Michigan and Ohio Store Closure FAQs” which was apparently posted internally to employees. It implied all stores in Michigan and Ohio would be closed and noted that stores would be notified two weeks in advance of their closing date.
Renovated bed and breakfast just a stroll from Lake Michigan, but hidden in the woods
ALLEGAN COUNTY, MI -- Visitors looking for the cozier side of a beach vacation can find solace in a newly renovated bed and breakfast in the woods. The Forest Inn in sits among the trees, but its only a three-minute walk to Douglas Beach Park on Lake Michigan. “What makes...
Urgent Search Continues for Missing Michigan Teen Penelope "Penny" Wise as Cedar Springs Community and Officials Join Forces
The local community of Cedar Springs, along with law enforcement, continues to be engulfed in the disquieting search for Penelope "Penny" Wise, the 17-year-old who has been missing inaction since May 31. CBS Detroit reported that the Kent County Sheriff's Office is urging the public for assistance, noting that the last confirmed sighting of Wise was in the Rockford area, near the White Pine Trail.
The roar is back: Field of Flight offers aerial displays, ample entertainment this weekend
BATTLE CREEK — With as little as 18 inches between aircraft, the United States Air Force Thunderbirds roared through a variety of formations Wednesday morning at Battle Creek Executive Airport, demonstrating precision and teamwork at every turn. The familiar rumble of the red, white and blue F-16 jets marked...
Graafschap Fire Department holds annual July 4 pancake breakfast in Laketown
LAKETOWN TOWNSHIP, Mich. — The Graafschap Fire Department (GFD) held its annual Fourth of July pancake breakfast Thursday morning. Firefighters and their family members flipped flapjacks and served beverages to hundreds of hungry participants on 60th Street, township officials say. The department also had fire trucks on hand with booths educating attendees on fire safety and other information.
Sault Ste. Marie closer to $2.5M grant for the I-500 thanks to state budget
SAULT STE. MARIE — $250,000 from Michigan’s 2025 budget will be going to enhancing the Soo International-500 Snowmobile Racetrack by way of a community enhancement grant. The Sault Ste. Marie Convention & Visitors Bureau said the funding will allow for major progress to be made towards the goal of renovating parts of the I-500 track and surrounding property. The community enhancement grant funding will go towards helping the Sault CVB and City of Sault Ste. Marie fulfill the requirements needed to receive a $2.5 million grant. “To me it means so much to our community,” said Sault CVB Executive Director Linda Hoath. “To have our legislators have our back and help improve our area means everything to us.” The I-500 is a vital part to the Eastern Upper Peninsula’s economy during winter months and drives tourist in from across the Midwest and Ontario.
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