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5-year-old boy died after his mother and stepfather, who would lock him and his younger brother in the basement and pour cold water on them, beat the boy with a pipe and a belt; couple found guiltypineblufftoday.com2 hours ago
‘Our sweet, sweet boy:’ Family overwhelmed by teen’s loss in crashThe Grand Rapids Press7 hours ago
Sawyer Schipper, 16, identified as victim in fatal Park Township crashThe Holland Sentinel8 hours ago
Wanted Muskegon murder suspect now in custody13 ON YOUR SIDE1 day ago
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‘Our sweet, sweet boy:’ Family overwhelmed by teen’s loss in crash
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – Sawyer Schipper encouraged his friends and other teens to be themselves – not what others thought they should be. “Be yourself,” he wrote in a journal. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we...
Sawyer Schipper, 16, identified as victim in fatal Park Township crash
PARK TWP. — The victim in a fatal single-vehicle crash in Park Township on Sunday, Sept. 22, has been identified by his family as Sawyer Schipper, 16, of West Olive. According to an obituary posted through Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, Schipper was a junior at iCademy and previously attended Holland Christian Schools. According to...
4 go to hospital after noxious gas released in Michigan Meijer store
(CBS DETROIT) - Four people went to the hospital after someone allegedly put a plastic bottle that dispersed chemicals into the air inside a Meijer store in Michigan. Authorities are still searching for the suspect.At 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Fruitport Township police and fire responded to the Meijer store at 5300 Harvey St. after receiving a report of an "unknown noxious gas" spreading through the store.When they arrived, they found a small gaseous cloud in the center of the store that smelled like chlorine. Authorities secured the scene, and further investigation revealed that a small plastic bottle that was placed in...
Ottawa County gardens to bring comfort to those grieving
HUDSONVILLE, Mich. — A pavilion outside Covenant Community Church on Baldwin Street was filled on Monday night – filled with people, with the music from a two-man string band, and filled with hope. Covenant’s property is home to an organization called Starlight Ministries. It’s a group that offers...
2 of 3 men linked to deadly Grand Rapids shooting accept plea deals
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Two men charged in connection to a shooting that left one man dead, and a teen badly injured took plea deals for their individual roles in the killing. A third codefendant is awaiting his next court appearance after a plea hearing scheduled earlier this week was adjourned.
Michigan Bus Drivers Display Message of Love for Terminally Ill Coworker
Mike Hoekstra has always wanted to take a hot-air balloon ride with his wife and children. This week he got to do it and saw a very special message below. Two years ago, Mike Hoekstra was diagnosed with stage four colon cancer. His life changed forever when he got the diagnosis in February of 2022.
Muskegon Heights rejoins task force, asks community for help to solve violent crimes
MUSKEGON HEIGHTS, MI - Following an increase in violent calls, first responders across the county are reforming a task force to find solutions to violent crime. The uptick in shootings, stabbings, domestic violence and fights has been seen over the past month in primarily the cities of Muskegon and Muskegon Heights.
Ottawa Co. Board of Commissioners forms committee to replace John Gibbs
OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. — The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners is moving forward with a plan to hire a new county administrator after the board fired administrator John Gibbs in February. John Gibbs previously ran for Congress and lost to Democrat Hillary Scholten. He then took over the county...
Ottawa County approves new budget — after removing $900K health department grant
OTTAWA COUNTY — Ottawa County’s budget for 2025 was approved Tuesday, Sept. 24, but not without a last-minute change. Prior to voting on the budget resolution Tuesday, commissioners had a spirited debate about a grant included in the health department’s budget. After 45 minutes of discussion, a recess and another 10 minutes of discussion, the board voted to remove the $900,000 grant. ...
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