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In West Michigan, first lady promotes the Biden administration’s family support policies
In the woods of western Michigan Wednesday morning, first lady Jill Biden visited YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin in Middleville to promote federal programs piloted by Democratic leaders and the Biden administration. U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-Lansing) joined the first lady, who’s married to President Joe Biden, to discuss food access for school children in the summer […] The post In West Michigan, first lady promotes the Biden administration’s family support policies appeared first on Michigan Advance.
Necrophilia Is Now Officially Illegal In Michigan
Based on this headline, there are probably two questions you're asking. Two very valid questions to be asking, mind you. In case you're unaware of what necrophilia is (I'm jealous of your ignorance), necrophilia is when someone is sexually attracted to or has committed sexual acts with a dead body.
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.
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...
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 […]
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.
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.
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."
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