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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.
'It has been an honor': Saugatuck Superintendent Tim Travis to retire in December
SAUGATUCK — After 40 years in education, including 20 at Saugatuck Public Schools, Tim Travis is calling it a career. The SPS superintendent submitted his retirement to the board of education during a meeting Monday, July 15. “As a lifelong learner and educator, I feel a great sense of...
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...
Real estate agent and Naval Reserves retiree challenge Ottawa Impact incumbent in District 11
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI -- A real estate agent and Naval Reserves retiree are running for the Ottawa County Board District 11 seat against an incumbent affiliated with the board’s highly conservative majority. Allison Miedema is being challenged by Sara Bajema and Richard VanDop for the Republican slot in the...
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.
Allegiant announces eight new Routes
Allegiant Travel Company (Allegiant Air) today announced eight new nonstop routes to 13 cities around the country. The new route to Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) in Florida includes:. Grand Rapids, Michigan via Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) – beginning Nov. 14, 2024 with one-way fares as low as...
Annual SHOES Event Offering Free Athletic Shoes to Local Kids in Kent County
In The Image to provide a free pair of athletic shoes and promote healthy lifestyle choices to local kids. In The Image, a local nonprofit organization, will soon host the 28th year of its annual SHOES (Shoes Help Our Elementary Students) program. As in years prior, the organization will provide over 4,100 Kent County children with a brand-new pair of shoes while also connecting families with healthy lifestyle resources, including free vision screenings and local organizations to help families kick-start the school year on the right foot.
Buddy's closes Alpine location just over one year since opening
WALKER, Michigan — Buddy's Pizza has closed its Alpine Avenue NW location just over one year since it opened its doors. The closure was announced on Friday, July 5 and was effective immediately. The store first opened its doors in March 2023. The signage has already been removed as...
21 guns found stashed in Southwest Michigan camper, felon arrested
CASS COUNTY, MI -- Police arrested a man after finding him in possession of 21 guns inside a travel trailer in Southwest Michigan, the Cass County Sheriff’s Office reports. On Monday, July 15, Cass County detectives received information about a known felon in possession of several firearms and possibly selling narcotics.
Muskegon Man’s $100 Win Turns into Surprise $300,000 Jackpot
Everyone who takes the time to play the Michigan Lottery is dreaming of the day they'll (hopefully) win a jackpot, but one Muskegon man couldn't have dreamed of it happening the way it did for him. A 64-year-old anonymous man from Muskegon recently purchased a Michigan Lottery Fire and Ice...
The Shelley Irwin Show Podcast for 7-16-24
She’s been fighting cancer for several years, Sierra Zylstra discusses her current journey, including her work in the 2nd annual Team Z Golf Outing, bringing sarcoma awareness month to life. Bringing awareness to the diagnosis helps save lives, Sierra with the info. The Seidman College of Business’ Mentorship Program...
Muskegon Co. mom hopes son's death will help stop gun violence in her community
MUSKEGON COUNTY, Mich. — A Muskegon County mother hopes her son’s death inspires others to put the gun down and stop gun violence. On Tuesday, Kevin Wilson was sentenced to 24 to 80 years in prison for the death of Dylan Owens. Owens was killed in December of...
WARNING: Alarming Scam Targets Michigan Residents’ Bank Accounts
Fraud in Michigan is on the rise as scammers find new ways to steal personal information and cash from residents of the Great Lakes state. Authorities are warning that a scam that surfaced months ago continues to threaten Michigan residents and their bank accounts. Alarming Scam Targets Michigan Residents' Bank...
Portage, Kalamazoo Setting Record Pace for Rain in July
West Michigan has been pummelled with late night storms and drenching rain events in the past few weeks. The Month of July, especially, has been full of long, rainy days, or heavy, soaking storms that march across the area. It's not surprise, then, that some areas around here are on...
How Michiganders Can Get the Most Bang For Their EBT/SNAP Buck
With the ever-rising price of, well, everything these days, people across the country are looking for ways to help stretch their dollars. And there's one program in Michigan that will help those who receive EBT and SNAP benefits to get double their money. I didn't know that this program existed...
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