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John Gibbs, ousted as Ottawa County administrator, donates to commissioners’ election rivals
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI -- John Gibbs, ousted as Ottawa County’s administrator earlier this year, has donated money to a handful of election candidates trying to unseat county commissioners in the Aug. 6 primary linked to a highly conservative group. The donations are listed in campaign finance reports, filed this...
Services set for woman killed by boat, trailer that broke free of truck
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – Services are Saturday, July 27, for Carmen Tirado, 62, who died when a pontoon boat and trailer broke free from a truck and struck her while she was walking on a bike path. Another walker suffered serious injuries. If you purchase a product or register...
Four candidates vying for open northern Ottawa County commission seat
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – Four candidates are running to become the next Ottawa County commissioner for District 10, one of the northernmost areas of the county. The district is currently represented by Republican Roger Bergman, who announced last year he would not be seeking reelection. District 10 covers the...
Mary Free Bed’s wheelchair camp celebrates 40 years of empowering young athletes
ALLENDALE MI - More than 50 young people in wheelchairs got to participate in a variety of sports this week at Grand Valley State University. The campus was bustling with energy and excitement during Mary Free Bed’s Junior Wheelchair Sports Camp. The five-day camp that ended Friday, July 26 is in its 40th year of “breaking barriers and fostering inclusion through wheelchair and adaptive sports,” officials say.
Grand Rapids has less empty offices than rest of country
A new report from a West Michigan economic development organization found that office vacancy rates in the Grand Rapids area are down, retail activity is up, and the industrial and housing markets both remain tight.
Consumers Energy donates $250k to Grand Rapids nonprofit fighting food insecurity
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The Consumers Energy Foundation has awarded a quarter-million dollars to fight food insecurity. The foundation selected the Community Food Club of Grand Rapids as one of their 2024 People Award winners, awarding $250,000 to the nonprofit. Local: Former Kent County investment advisor sentenced for embezzlement...
New acute care clinic opens in Grand Rapids
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — A firm that staffs emergency rooms in West Michigan has opened what it calls a “first-of-its kind” clinic that offers care beyond what’s provided at urgent care clinics but below the full scope of emergency room services found at a hospital. Emergency...
Cornerstone to Welcome Poythress for Invited Guest Lectures on the Topic of Redeemed Thinking
Dr. Vern S. Poythress, distinguished professor of New Testament, Biblical interpretation, and systematic theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Glenside, Pa., has one response when faced with a cultural topic or issue: Read the Bible. With a multi-decade career as a reformed theologian and educator, Poythress will deliver two invited lectures titled “Redeeming Our Thinking: The Importance of Transformed and Renewed Minds for the Call of Christian Higher Education” at the Grand Rapids campus of Cornerstone University on August 20-21. During this two-day professional development retreat for faculty and staff, Poythress will affirm the centrality of Christ in all aspects of Christian higher education and discuss the necessity of approaching each academic discipline from a Christian worldview.
Big Mini Putt Club opens Michigan location
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A Chicago-based mini golf bar plans to open a third location in the heart of Grand Rapids by mid-September. The bar aims to bring a unique experience to those looking to enjoy mini golf all year round. Big Mini Putt Club will have nine holes...
Congratulations to BIGGBY COFFEE’s Teacher of the Month
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- An exciting facet of Maranda’s Park Party Recess is celebrating local educators dedicated to helping their students soar!. Through BIGGBY COFFEE of West MI’s “Teacher of the Month” initiative, individuals who constantly pour their hearts into their classrooms and higher learning are recognized for their hard work.
Big Lots! Is Closing Some Michigan Stores and One is Here in Grand Rapids
Big Lots! is a store with "lots" of everything, furniture, bedding, household supplies, lawn and garden stuff, pantry bargains, you name it they may have it. They're known for their discount prices, too. Business hasn't been as brisk as they have wanted this 2024 year, and have decided to close...
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