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Services have been announced for White Pines Intermediate School Principal Mike Shelton and Muskegon Community College Director of Music Dan Meyers.
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White Pines community mourns beloved principal, head of music at Muskegon Community College
Staff and students at White Pines Intermediate School in Grand Haven are grappling with two devastating losses within days of each other — tragically just before Christmas.
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December 17, 2025 at 2:26 AM
Services have been announced for White Pines Intermediate School Principal Mike Shelton and Muskegon Community College Director of Music Dan Meyers.
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When Grand Rapids hosts the Latvian Song & Dance Festival next July, it will mark a historic milestone for West Michigan’s Latvian community, which has long honored and embraced its musical, artistic and cultural heritage.
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Latvian music festival to offer song, dance, folklore next year
When Grand Rapids hosts the Latvian Song & Dance Festival next July, it will mark a historic milestone not only for a city hosting this spectacle for the first time, but for West Michigan’s Latvian…
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December 16, 2025 at 4:13 PM
When Grand Rapids hosts the Latvian Song & Dance Festival next July, it will mark a historic milestone for West Michigan’s Latvian community, which has long honored and embraced its musical, artistic and cultural heritage.
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Staff and students at White Pines Intermediate School in Grand Haven are grappling with two devastating losses within days of each other — tragically just before Christmas.
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White Pines community mourns beloved principal, head of music at Muskegon Community College
Staff and students at White Pines Intermediate School in Grand Haven are grappling with two devastating losses within days of each other — tragically just before Christmas.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Staff and students at White Pines Intermediate School in Grand Haven are grappling with two devastating losses within days of each other — tragically just before Christmas.
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Welcome to the Roundball Roundup, a weekly roundup of High School Basketball scores from around Ottawa County.
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Ottawa County prep sports basketball roundup: Week 2
Welcome to the Roundball Roundup, a weekly roundup of High School Basketball scores from around Ottawa County.
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December 14, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Welcome to the Roundball Roundup, a weekly roundup of High School Basketball scores from around Ottawa County.
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An Italian eatery, Melli’s Deli, will open on Jan. 9 at 1115 Washington Ave. in Grand Haven — across the street from Stanz and Frank’s Market.
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Melli's Deli to bring East Coast bites to Grand Haven's east side
An Italian eatery, Melli’s Deli, will open on Jan. 9 at 1115 Washington Ave. in Grand Haven — across the street from Stanz and Frank’s Market.
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December 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM
An Italian eatery, Melli’s Deli, will open on Jan. 9 at 1115 Washington Ave. in Grand Haven — across the street from Stanz and Frank’s Market.
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Women of Color GIVE recently announced the final award recipients of its 2025 grant cycle, concluding its largest giving year to date with $74,000 awarded to three nonprofits serving the lakeshore.
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Women of Color GIVE awards $74K to lakeshore-area nonprofits
Women of Color GIVE recently announced the final award recipients of its 2025 grant cycle, concluding its largest giving year to date with $74,000 awarded to three nonprofits serving the lakeshore.
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December 13, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Women of Color GIVE recently announced the final award recipients of its 2025 grant cycle, concluding its largest giving year to date with $74,000 awarded to three nonprofits serving the lakeshore.
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The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area granted $212,000 to local nonprofits through its responsive grant program, supporting affordable housing, education, food access, and arts projects.
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Holland-Zeeland Community Foundation grants more than $210K to support local nonprofits
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area granted $212,000 to local nonprofits through its responsive grant program, supporting affordable housing, education, food access, and arts…
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December 12, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area granted $212,000 to local nonprofits through its responsive grant program, supporting affordable housing, education, food access, and arts projects.
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Finding the right gift for the music lovers on your holiday shopping list shouldn’t create a quandary — especially if they embrace Michigan’s robust music scene.
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Top 8 Michigan albums for the 2025 holiday shopping season
Finding the right gift for the music lovers on your holiday shopping list shouldn’t create a quandary — especially if they embrace Michigan’s robust music scene.
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December 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Finding the right gift for the music lovers on your holiday shopping list shouldn’t create a quandary — especially if they embrace Michigan’s robust music scene.
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Ottawa County Sheriff’s Deputy Ben Norris cared for a traveling Pennsylvania couple's dogs when a medical emergency required them to go to the hospital.
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Beyond the Call of Duty: Deputy takes in dogs after owner is rushed to hospital
Ottawa County Sheriff’s Deputy Ben Norris cared for a traveling Pennsylvania couple's dogs when a medical emergency required then to go to the hospital.
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December 11, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Ottawa County Sheriff’s Deputy Ben Norris cared for a traveling Pennsylvania couple's dogs when a medical emergency required them to go to the hospital.
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At the Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority, a crisis is unfolding one empty seat at a time. With eight of its 28 dispatcher positions vacant, the agency is struggling to staff the front line of emergency response, mirroring a nationwide shortage.
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Answering the call: Ottawa County navigates critical 911 dispatcher shortage
At the Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority, a crisis is unfolding one empty seat at a time. With eight of its 28 dispatcher positions vacant, the agency is struggling to staff the front line of…
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December 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
At the Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority, a crisis is unfolding one empty seat at a time. With eight of its 28 dispatcher positions vacant, the agency is struggling to staff the front line of emergency response, mirroring a nationwide shortage.
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I had a hankering for something comforting and savory, and put my pen and pantry to work. This creamy, delicious “almost-winter” recipe is the result. Enjoy!
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Pen and Pantry: Creamy Curry Butternut Squash Soup
I had a hankering for something comforting and savory, and put my pen and pantry to work. This creamy, delicious “almost-winter” recipe is the result. Enjoy!
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December 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
I had a hankering for something comforting and savory, and put my pen and pantry to work. This creamy, delicious “almost-winter” recipe is the result. Enjoy!
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Hyperion Automation has expanded its Holland facility, adding 2,750 square feet of office space to support the rapid growth of its team and ongoing development in advanced automation.
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Hyperion Automation expands Holland facility, adds nearly 3,000 square feet for new engineers
Hyperion Automation has expanded its Holland facility, adding 2,750 square feet of office space to support the rapid growth of its team and ongoing development in advanced automation.
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December 9, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Hyperion Automation has expanded its Holland facility, adding 2,750 square feet of office space to support the rapid growth of its team and ongoing development in advanced automation.
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The Jenison Historical Association opened the doors of the Jenison Museum for several hours Saturday to share local history with a holiday twist: The museum is decorated as it might have been when it was first completed at the turn of the 20th century.
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Christmas at Tiffany's: Jenison Museum lit up in historical flair
The Jenison Historical Association opened the doors of the Jenison Museum for several hours Saturday to share local history with a holiday twist: The museum is decorated as it might have been when it…
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December 9, 2025 at 11:01 AM
The Jenison Historical Association opened the doors of the Jenison Museum for several hours Saturday to share local history with a holiday twist: The museum is decorated as it might have been when it was first completed at the turn of the 20th century.
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The Palisades Nuclear Plant, a facility shut down just 2 years ago, is poised to become the first U.S. commercial nuclear power reactor ever to be restarted, a result of a $400 million investment announced Dec. 2.
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Palisades plant set for historic nuclear restart with $400M federal investment boost
The Palisades Nuclear Plant, a facility shut down just two years ago, is poised to become the first U.S. commercial nuclear power reactor ever to be restarted, a result of a $400 million investment…
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December 8, 2025 at 8:02 PM
The Palisades Nuclear Plant, a facility shut down just 2 years ago, is poised to become the first U.S. commercial nuclear power reactor ever to be restarted, a result of a $400 million investment announced Dec. 2.
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Luke Winslow-King has embraced a wide array of sounds and influences in Michigan’s thriving folk scene, 15 years in New Orleans, and now the inspiring environs of Spain.
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From Michigan to Morocco, Cadillac’s Luke Winslow-King embraces diversity
Luke Winslow-King has embraced a wide array of sounds and influences in Michigan’s thriving folk scene, 15 years in New Orleans, and now the inspiring environs of Spain.
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December 8, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Luke Winslow-King has embraced a wide array of sounds and influences in Michigan’s thriving folk scene, 15 years in New Orleans, and now the inspiring environs of Spain.
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The Jenison Historical Association opened the doors of the Jenison Museum for several hours Saturday to share local history with a holiday twist: The museum is decorated as it might have been when it was first completed at the turn of the 20th century.
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Christmas at Tiffany's: Jenison Museum lit up in historical flair
The Jenison Historical Association opened the doors of the Jenison Museum for several hours Saturday to share local history with a holiday twist: The museum is decorated as it might have been when it…
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December 7, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The Jenison Historical Association opened the doors of the Jenison Museum for several hours Saturday to share local history with a holiday twist: The museum is decorated as it might have been when it was first completed at the turn of the 20th century.
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Welcome to the Roundball Roundup, a weekly roundup of high school basketball scores from around Ottawa County.
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Ottawa County prep sports basketball roundup: Week 1
Welcome to the Roundball Roundup, a weekly roundup of high school basketball scores from around Ottawa County.
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December 7, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Welcome to the Roundball Roundup, a weekly roundup of high school basketball scores from around Ottawa County.
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The Holland Rotary Charities of Holland recently announced the winners of this year’s "Peace in Nature" 2025 Photo Contest, a community-wide fundraiser open to photographers of all skill levels.
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Holland Rotary Clubs 'Peace in Nature' photo contest announces winners
The Holland Rotary Charities of Holland recently announced the winners of this year’s "Peace in Nature" 2025 Photo Contest, a community-wide fundraiser open to photographers of all skill levels.
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December 7, 2025 at 3:26 PM
The Holland Rotary Charities of Holland recently announced the winners of this year’s "Peace in Nature" 2025 Photo Contest, a community-wide fundraiser open to photographers of all skill levels.
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Voices rang out at the Georgetown Township Library on the evening of Dec. 2, as the West Michigan Community Chorale sang as part of holiday festivities that included a holiday craft market, Christmas tree lighting, handicrafts and stories with Mrs. Claus.
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Georgetown Twp. tree lighting dazzles to ring in the holidays
Voices rang out at the Georgetown Township Library on the evening of Dec. 2, as the West Michigan Community Chorale sang as part of holiday festivities that included a holiday craft market, Christmas…
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December 5, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Voices rang out at the Georgetown Township Library on the evening of Dec. 2, as the West Michigan Community Chorale sang as part of holiday festivities that included a holiday craft market, Christmas tree lighting, handicrafts and stories with Mrs. Claus.
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Bill Steffen's weekend forecast: Dec. 5-7
Get your weekend weather forecast right here!
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December 5, 2025 at 12:49 PM
The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a request Nov. 25 from Hope College to issue up to $10 million in tax-exempt bonds, clearing the way for the college to refinance existing debt and fund significant campus renovations.
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Ottawa County approves $10M bond issuance for Hope College capital-improvement projects
The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a request Nov. 25 from Hope College to issue up to $10 million in tax-exempt bonds, clearing the way for the college to refinance…
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December 4, 2025 at 3:27 PM
The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a request Nov. 25 from Hope College to issue up to $10 million in tax-exempt bonds, clearing the way for the college to refinance existing debt and fund significant campus renovations.
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For the fourth time in the past five seasons, the West Ottawa High School debate team won the Grand Rapids Metro League championship.
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West Ottawa High School debate team wins Metro League Championship again
For the fourth time in the past five seasons, the West Ottawa High School debate team won the Grand Rapids Metro League championship.
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December 3, 2025 at 12:51 PM
For the fourth time in the past five seasons, the West Ottawa High School debate team won the Grand Rapids Metro League championship.
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Community Calendar: December 2025
Here's all the happenings in December.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:58 PM