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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 […]
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.
Kleinjans responds to ‘very poorly worded' comments in recording
OTTAWA COUNTY — In the wake of a lawsuit alleging he was fired from Ottawa County's MSU Extension due to political pressure, recordings of conversations between now-Commissioner Chris Kleinjans and his former supervisors have been made public. While meant to support his claims, some comments made by Kleinjans in...
Pastor’s lawsuit claiming religious discrimination by Ottawa County survives challenge
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI -- A pastor’s lawsuit claiming religious discrimination by Ottawa County commissioners has survived an initial legal challenge. A federal judge on Tuesday, July 2, ruled against Ottawa County’s effort to have the case dismissed. U.S. District Judge Jane Beckering, in a written opinion, said the...
Judge denies county's motion to dismiss Cramer lawsuit
Jul. 3—A federal judge has denied Ottawa County's motion to dismiss the First Amendment violation claims levied against it and the county's Board of Commissioners by the Rev. Jared Cramer of Grand Haven. In an opinion published Tuesday, Judge Jane Beckering, presiding over U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan, stated that the county's arguments to dismiss Cramer's ...
Large hail, bursts of severe gusts finally placed in an area over Lower Michigan for Friday
A storm system that has all of the ingredients to produce some severe thunderstorms will be over Lower Michigan Friday. Here’s the timing and placement of a possible area of severe thunderstorms. Severe thunderstorms can be produced during times of extreme heat and very humid air. Severe thunderstorms can...
4M Expands in Michigan
4M has significantly expanded its operations by acquiring Hi-Tec Building Services, thereby entering the Michigan market. Tim M. Murch, CBSE, 4M CEO and managing partner, strategically announced the purchase of Hi-Tec, a full-service building maintenance and custodial services company headquartered in Jenison, Michigan. This acquisition significantly expands 4M's reach and customer base, bringing 575 Team Members and a diverse portfolio that includes 175 municipalities, 70 State of Michigan facilities, and 30 educational institutions. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
Jim Thorpe appointed to Michigan Association of School Boards position
DEARBORN, Mich (FOX 2) - Dearborn Public School Trustee Jim Thorpe has been appointed to help govern a statewide organization for school board members. The Michigan Association of School Boards appointed Trustee Thorpe to its Board of Governors as a representative for District 8. His fellow trustees on the Dearborn Public Schools Board of Education had voted at the May meeting to recommend him for the position.
Newsom warns Michigan Democrats ‘not to fall prey’ to Biden negativity
Gov. Gavin Newsom (D-CA) defended President Joe Biden’s ability to carry out a second term, warning voters in the key swing state of Michigan “not to be fatalistic” about his campaign amid questions about his age and mental acuity. During a campaign stop on Thursday, Newsom reiterated his support for Biden as the party’s nominee […]
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...
Survival Strategy: Michigan Olive Garden Restaurants Say No Discounts
In an era when restaurants are trying to win back customers with discounts, Olive Garden Restaurants in Michigan are taking a different tack: Survival. Restaurants such as McDonald's have recently announced $5 promotions in order to regain customers' loyalty during challenging economic times. But your local Olive Garden isn't jumping on the bandwagon.
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