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Focus West Michigan 11-9-26: Anna's House Lawsuit

Grand Rapids-based Anna's House restaurants face a federal class action lawsuit from former employees claiming wage theft, developers of a Wyoming apartment complex want to shift its occupancy model from for-rent to for-sale, the Salvation Army in Kent County is starting its annual Christmas Campaign this week, Law Enforcement Torch Run leaders gathered in Grand Rapids to think of ways to improve the event, the newborn found dead at the Electric Forest Music Festival has been laid to rest.

Grand Rapids, MI · 3d
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Michigan High School Football Powerhouse Kicked Out of Playoffs Following Court Ruling

Grand Rapids Catholic Central has been removed from Michigan's Division 5 football playoffs following a court ruling in favor of the MHSAA.

Grand Rapids, MI · 3d

The Holland Sentinel

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Ottawa County to consider decade-long contract with Axon

The Ottawa County Board will soon consider a decade-long contract with Axon Enterprise, a manufacturer of weapons and technological for military and law enforcement uses, totaling $14.6 million. The contract, which would run Jan. 1, 2027, to Dec. 31, 2036, largely focuses on a new records management system. “In practice, it does much more than that,” Sheriff Eric DeBoer told the Finance and Administrative Committee on Nov. 10. “In consolidates our existing (agreement) and the nine separate quotes into one.” The contract also includes body cameras, in-car cameras, interview-room recordings, evidence management, drones, virtual reality training and tasers. Under the agreement, corrections deputies would receive the same body cameras and virtual reality training as road deputies. DeBoer said the contract includes multiple services because the municipality receives a discount when they're bundled. If purchased separately, he said, the items would total $20.86 million. The contract would have no new budget impact in 2027 or 2028. In 2029, $1.4 million would be paid with dedicated state public safety funding and marijuana tax revenue, and $1.41 million would be paid from the general fund. The new records system would include the Holland Police Department, Grand Haven Police Department, Zeeland Police Department and

Ottawa County, MI · 1d

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Michigan Students Just Gave Their Classroom Fish the Best Name Ever

Slim Shady has some competition! Students at a Michigan high school are raising a lake sturgeon named Swim Shady, and this fish has a pretty important job ahead of him

Jenison, MI · 2d

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Parks in Ottawa County to close for controlled deer hunts

Three parks in Ottawa County are preparing to host controlled deer hunts later this month.

Ottawa County, MI · 20h

The Holland Sentinel

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Zeeland Twp. succeeds in remanding PA 233 lawsuit back to Ottawa County

A lawsuit filed by Zeeland Township that aims to see Michigan’s Public Act 233 declared unconstitutional has been remanded to Ottawa County’s 20th Circuit Court. RWE , the global energy company named as the lawsuit's defendant, “removed" the case to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan in August shortly after the initial complaint was filed July 7. The case was temporarily assigned to Judge Paul L. Maloney. RWE has a pending application for Silver Maple Solar, a large-scale solar development, before the Michigan Public Service Commission. The project would be located in Zeeland and Jamestown Townships near the Ottawa Executive Airport. Maloney granted the municipality's motion to remand the case to Ottawa County's 20th Circuit Court on Nov. 10. “First, any decision by this court regarding whether Public Act 233 violates the Michigan Constitution is not binding on (state) courts, so exercising jurisdiction here would not be useful,” Maloney wrote. “Second, exercising jurisdiction over this action would not be fair. The court will not cross the line into state sovereignty by exercising jurisdiction over a case that involves purely questions of state law, especially when many of those questions require interpreting a state constitution.” As of

Ottawa County, MI · 23h

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Southern Michigan communities turn to regional management of growing deer herds

On opposite sides of the state, Kent County, and the cities of Farmington Hills, Farmington and Southfield, have turned to regional coalitions to manage growing deer populations.

Kent County, MI · 1d

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Lowell Twp Planning Recap: Noise at Fairgrounds, Postponed Zoning Request

The Lowell Charter Township Planning Commission met in the Lowell Middle School auditorium for an hour and 44 minutes on Monday night for their regular monthly meeting. All commissioners were present, and it was the first meeting for Thomas Gussiaux, who was appointed to fill a vacancy on the commission last month.

Lowell, MI · 2d

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Michigan DNR Collects Eggs To Help Restore Lake Whitefish

(Muskegon, MI) – The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is collecting lake whitefish eggs this month to help rebuild a declining native fish population. Crews are gathering eggs from spawning fish along the Lake Michigan shore between South Haven and Muskegon. The department says pollution, habitat loss and invasive species have contributed to declines in lakes Michigan and Huron, and invasive quagga mussels filter out the plankton newly hatched whitefish need to survive. The eggs will hatch at the Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery in Van Buren County, where some of the fish will be raised for breeding to preserve genetic diversity.

Michigan · 1d

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ONN kicks off 2026 NewsMatch campaign to expand coverage

OTTAWA COUNTY — The Ottawa News Network has kicked off its 2026 NewsMatch campaign to fuel expanded reporting across the county. ONN, an independent, nonprofit newsroom covering Ottawa County, has launched its most critical fundraising effort of the year with goals of sustaining and expanding its local journalism. The...

Ottawa County, MI · 23h

The Holland Sentinel

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Lakeshore businesses want to grow, but need more employees

During an annual survey from Lakeshore Advantage , business executives indicated improved sales numbers but a continued lack of necessary workforce in Ottawa and Allegan Counties. The economic development agency interviewed 140 executives representing the region's primary employers (which total close to 700). The main takeaways from this year's report included: Higher-than-average household incomes: The median household income is $90,502 in Ottawa County and $83,283 in Allegan County, both higher than the state median of $72,875 and national median of $80,734. Growth for employment and GDP: The five-year employment growth rate for the lakeshore region (8.9%) outpaces the state (7.3%), although the national level remains slightly higher at 9.4%. The region’s five-year GDP growth of 15.8% also outpaces the state level of 14% but is lower than the national level of 18.5%. Improved sales numbers: In total, 56.8% of companies surveyed reported an increase in sales, up from 48.5% in 2025. Of the remaining companies, 37.4% said sales remained stable and only 5.8% reported decreasing sales. Improved expansion outlook: More than 35% of surveyed companies reported plans to expand in the next three years, up from 33% in 2025 but still lower than 2024 (37.6%) and 2023 (48.1%). Those numbers

Allegan County, MI · 4d

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Holland Planning Commission OKs boutique hotel at historic bank building

HOLLAND, MI — Holland officials have voted unanimously to approve a site plan to convert a historic downtown bank building into a 42-room boutique hotel. The decision occurred during the Holland Planning Commission’s regular meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 10. The approval paves the way for the developers to transform the historic People’s State Bank building at 36 E. 8th Street into the Vault Hotel, bringing a new lodging option and pedestrian safety upgrades to the downtown historic district.

Holland, MI · 22h

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Allegan County senior services help older adults manage life at home

Patricia “Pat” Petersen can take a shower on her own. But having someone nearby in case she slips gives the 79-year-old Monterey Township resident a little more confidence. An in-home worker can step in when she needs help. Delivered meals helped her eat well after a hospital stay....

Allegan County, MI · 1d

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Affordable Housing Opens Next to Michigan Health Center

A 56-unit affordable housing community has opened adjacent to a health center in Wyoming, Michigan. Woda Cooper Cos. and Cherry Health collaborated on the development of Shea Ravines next to Cherry Health’s Wyoming Community Health Center. “Named in honor of our former CEO Chris Shea, Shea Ravines reflects his...

Wyoming, MI · 1d

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Two years after fire, new transportation facility opens

Wyoming — Following a two-year rebuild process, the district’s sparkling new transportation facility is officially open and operational. The building at 2181 Prairie Parkway SW replaces the former facility destroyed by fire on the same site in December of 2024. The new $7.5 million, 13,000-square-foot facility includes a...

Wyoming, MI · 2d

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Whitmer highlights upgrades at $62.9M Grand Rapids veterans home ahead of holiday

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer visited Grand Rapids ahead of Veterans Day to highlight changes in veterans care and resources available across Michigan.

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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Holland Hospital providers share ways Michiganders can manage holiday stress

As holiday stress builds, Holland Hospital providers share how gratitude, mindfulness and small acts of kindness can support mental health and help people feel more connected.

Holland, MI · 1d

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West Side leaders eye improvements to Grand Rapids underpasses

As plans to install three new gateway arches get underway, west side neighborhood leaders are now turning their attention to improving the look and walkability of area underpasses.

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

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Corewell Health Tops Off Grand Rapids Housing Project for Medical Residents

A steel beam was lifted at the Ottawa Avenue project, marking a topping-off ceremony for Corewell Health's new apartment project built to house incoming medical residents. The beam was raised as part of a celebration for the Karl and Patricia Betz Resident Physician Living Center, while a banner thanking the project's namesake donors was also raised during the event.

Grand Rapids, MI · 1d