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Crash between pedestrian, vehicle shuts down road in Holland
HOLLAND, Mich. — The Ottawa County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a vehicle hit a person at the entrance of Quincy Park on Sunday afternoon. Deputies said the crash happened on Quincy Street near 140th Avenue around 2 p.m. when a vehicle/trailer hit a pedestrian. Quincy Street is currently...
Water main project in West Michigan to force monthslong road closure
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – Construction crews will soon begin installing water main along one road in Ottawa County, causing some closures and delays for drivers in the coming weeks. The planned work in Holland Township is scheduled to start on Monday, July 22, according to the Ottawa County Road...
Allendale farmer challenging Ottawa Impact co-founder for county board seat
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – An Allendale farmer who is a frequent public commenter at board meetings is challenging Ottawa Impact co-founder Sylvia Rhodea for the District 8 Ottawa County Board of Commissioners seat in the upcoming Republican primary. David Lee Morren, 63, is challenging Rhodea, 53, in the Aug....
BEWARE-Dangerous Viral Disease Now Confirmed In More MI Counties
While many Michigan residents enjoy more outdoor activities with the summer weather, there are some summertime illnesses to be concerned about such as those associated with heat or swimming. There is one concerning viral disease now being detected in more Michigan counties that could cause serious illness or death to people and pets.
Republican candidates say Ottawa County GOP asked them to end primary campaigns
HUDSONVILLE, Mich. — Republicans running for office in Ottawa County held a press conference Friday morning at Veterans Park in Hudsonville. Several candidates running for the Board of Commissioners say the Ottawa County Republican Party asked them to end their campaigns if the party chose not to endorse them.
Monster truck throwdown, demo derby planned for 2024 Ottawa County Fair
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI - The Ottawa County Fair returns next week with five days of family-friendly festivities. The annual fair kicks off on Monday, July 22, at 1286 Ottawa Beach Road in Holland, with carnival rides opening on Tuesday. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Legislative aide competes against attorney for District 7 Ottawa County board seat
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI -- With no incumbent running for Ottawa County’s District 7 seat, the Aug. 6 primary election will feature a legislative aide vying against an attorney for the Republican nomination. Rachel Atwood, a legislative aide in the state House, is running against attorney John Teeples. District 7...
BEWARE-Dangerous Viral Disease Now Confirmed In More MI Counties
While many Michigan residents enjoy more outdoor activities with the summer weather, there are some summertime illnesses to be concerned about such as those associated with heat or swimming. There is one concerning viral disease now being detected in more Michigan counties that could cause serious illness or death to people and pets.
NOT AFFECTED | County dispatches in Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon counties not affected by IT outage
KENT COUNTY, Mich. — A worldwide technology outage affected companies around the world, including banks, airlines, media outlets and more. The cause of the outage stems from an issue with the CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity technology company. While there are reports of the outage affecting flights, banks and other companies...
Millage supporting Ottawa County seniors up for renewal
OTTAWA COUNTY - A millage that funds programming for senior citizens in Tri-Cities - Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Ferrysburg - is up for renewal on the Aug. 6 ballot. The North Ottawa County Council on Aging Millage renewal proposal requests 0.2500 mills ($0.2500 per $1,000 of taxable value) for 10-years, 2025 through 2034. The funding supports a large portion of the budget to operate the Grand Haven-based Four Pointes Center for Successful Aging that provides a variety of services and programming to seniors.
Ottawa County Republican candidates reject far-right calls to exit race
HUDSONVILLE, MI – After the Ottawa County GOP last month called for a dozen Republican candidates running for public office to quit their primary campaigns, those Republicans sent a clear message during a press conference Friday, July 19. “Know this: We will not withdraw,” said John Teeples, a Republican...
Monster trucks, TV giveaways and more. Everything to know for the 2024 Ottawa County Fair
PARK TWP. — Ottawa County is gearing up for a week of family fun, grandstand events and giveaways with the 65th annual Ottawa County Fair right around the corner. The fair runs Monday-Saturday, July 22-27, at the Ottawa County Fairgrounds, 1286 Ottawa Beach Road in Holland. Gates open at 3 p.m. Monday and 8:30 a.m. every other day.
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