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Vice President Kamala Harris heading to Michigan Wednesday
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Vice President Kamala Harris will be heading to Kalamazoo Wednesday for a campaign event and a moderated speaking event. Harris will be delivering remarks at the campaign event then participating in a moderated with Olivia Troye, a former Trump-Pence administration national security official. The Biden Campaign...
Country music stars take the stage in Michigan
Some of the biggest names in Country music will be taking the stage in Michigan this weekend. From Lainey Wilson to Old Dominion, Jelly Roll, and more. The lineup is packed for the Faster Horses Music Festival in Brooklyn and one of the performers, Michigan native Sadie Bass, joined “Live in the D” via zoom to chat about it.
Free state park access for veterans fails to make Michigan budget
A proposal to give veterans free access to state parks failed to make Michigan’s budget. The initiative would’ve been funded by changing how Michigan residents each year renew their state recreation passport, which grants vehicle access to 103 state parks along with boat launches and other state-managed recreation facilities.
Michigan Native’s Unique National Anthem Overshadows Home Run Derby
The Home Run Derby is one of the most exciting events in all of sports, its comparable to the 3-point shootout, the dunk contest, hockey shootout, penalty kicks, and other all-star/ skill competitions that take place in sports. Both die-hard and casual baseball fans turn their heads and give their undivided attention to the MLB Home Run Derby and celebrate all of the moonshot mania that occurs. I would say this year's Derby was no different but that couldn't be farther from the truth.
Michigan Reports Double-Digit Errors in SNAP Benefit Payments
A large number of Food Stamp recipients are not receiving the correct amount of benefits each month, according to new data released by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). About 1.3 million people in Michigan get assistance from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) each month. SNAP benefits help...
‘If You Don’t Vote Donald Trump, You Ain’t Black,’ Michigan Rep. John James Says At RNC
Republican Michigan Rep. John James told the RNC audience "if you don't vote Trump, you ain't Black," in a viral moment. The post ‘If You Don’t Vote Donald Trump, You Ain’t Black,’ Michigan Rep. John James Says At RNC appeared first on NewsOne.
$1.15B Great Lakes dam project enters construction phase
The states of Michigan and Illinois signed an agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to cosponsor construction of the $1.15 billion Brandon Road Interbasin Project, which will prevent invasive carp and other aquatic nuisance species from entering the Great Lakes, per a July 1 news release from Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s office.
Real estate broker challenging incumbent for District 1 Ottawa County commission seat
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – A longtime Park Township resident is challenging current Ottawa County Commissioner Gretchen Cosby for the District 1 seat on the county’s board of commissioners. Cosby is being challenged by Jim Barry in the Republican primary on Aug. 6. The winner of that primary race...
2024 Spring Graduation Honors Announced
Below is a list of recent Hope College graduates who have been awarded graduation honors for outstanding academic accomplishment during their four years of study. Summa Cum Laude honors are awarded to graduates who achieved a minimum cumulative 3.9 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Magna Cum Laude honors...
Future of Old Wing Mission Site to be Discussed by Holland City Council Tonight
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, July 17, 2024) – Concerns over preserving a Holland landmark may be part of the discussion during Wednesday night’s Holland City Council 6 PM business meeting. The governing panel will be asked to approve a recommendation from the city’s Planning Commission to rezone six properties...
Park Township says 'yea' to one water access project, but Quincy Street stalls
PARK TWP. — Things are looking up for one waterfront access point in Park Township, but not so much for another. During a meeting of the Park Township Board of Trustees last week, representatives touched briefly on the problematic access point at the end of Quincy Street. The 12-foot...
High school year in review: Top 5 boys stories
EAST LANSING - An incredible playoff run for the Zeeland West boys basketball team came to an end in the state semifinals. It has been a stellar playoff run that saw the Dux claim the first district and regional titles in program history, then knock off Muskegon in the state quarterfinals - avenging two earlier losses.
Park Township to explore ordinance amendment for Redlum Farm Preserve
PARK TWP. — A preserve with two bike skills courses, a blueberry patch, a hiking trail and a potential greenhouse has taken another step toward fruition in Park Township. The Park Township Board of Trustees voted last week to explore an ordinance amendment that would allow private parks in the Agriculture and Permanent Open Space District. If approved, it would clear the path for Redlum Farm Preserve and Bike Park, a development on 20 acres of land...
Take a free swing dance lesson as part of Music Moves Us
Fans of big band music won’t want to miss Big Band Lakeshore’s performance as part of the Summer Concert Series. The concert, scheduled from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Kollen Park, 240 Kollen Park Drive, will feature a special dance lesson from Walker Wilson, a Holland dance instructor, who will teach attendees the moves to enjoy the event.
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