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Kindergarteners celebrate Arbor Day by planting trees
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Arbor Day, a holiday celebrating the “planting, upkeep and preservation of trees,” was Friday, April 26! To commemorate this national observance, students, parents and teachers at Three Oaks Public School Academy and Muskegon Conservation District volunteers took a trip to Lake Harbor Park to plant trees.
Road construction projects in Ottawa County getting early start
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – The Ottawa County Road Commission added a pair of projects to its list this year with money saved thanks to a lighter winter season. Both resurfacing projects were initially scheduled to begin in 2027. However, with fewer winter weather events in 2024, that meant less time was needed to plow out roads across the county. It also meant fewer instances of overtime and de-icing material usage.
Motorcyclist injured when other driver pulls into his path
OTTAWA COUNTY, MI – A motorcyclist was injured in a crash Sunday, May 5, on the lakeshore. The motorcyclist, a 32-year-old Holland man, was taken to Holland Hospital but the injuries were not serious, Ottawa County sheriff’s deputies said. If you purchase a product or register for an...
See our favorite 10 photos from Grand Rapids City High Middle School 2024 prom
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. -- Grand Rapids City High Middle celebrated prom 2024 at the Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park on Friday, May 3. Around 250 students and their guests attended the “Enchanted Forest” themed gala. Organizers said this is the first time the school hosted prom at...
Attorney: Release police video of trooper’s car hitting, killing fleeing suspect
KENT COUNTY, MI – Nine days after Patrick Lyoya’s killing, Grand Rapids police Chief Eric Winstrom released disturbing video of a Grand Rapids officer shooting Lyoya in the back of his head. Winstrom released video of the April 4, 2022, fatal shooting over objections by Kent County Prosecutor...
'OUR BACKYARD' | John Ball Zoo working to save West Michigan endangered animals
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan — John Ball Zoo's conservation program has already found success, within just a few years of starting. "Everybody's heard of the monarch, right? But very few people have heard of the poweshiek skipperling, and that's one of the most critically endangered animals in the world," said David Pavlik. "Now, there's only one or two very small populations in Michigan, and one or two populations up in Manitoba, Canada. "Everything else across this range has been lost."
Conveyor manufacturer to close 2 West Michigan plants, lay off 102 workers
A Georgia producer of material handling automation systems and software plans to close two West Michigan production facilities and consolidate the operations in Kentucky. MHS Conveyor Corp., a part of Atlanta-based Fortna Inc., plans to end manufacturing operations beginning June 28 at production facilities at 1300 E. Mount Garfield Road in Norton Shores and 3501 Fruit Ridge Ave. NW in Walker. The plant closings will result in the loss of 102 production and support jobs between the two facilities.
60% PAY INCREASE | Ottawa County committee approves pay increase for commissioners
OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. — The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners could soon see a large increase in their annual salaries. The Ottawa County Officers' Compensation Commission approved a resolution for pay increases for a range of county employees by a vote of 3-1 in April. Among those increases is a 60% boost in pay for the county commissioners.
10 most expensive homes sold in Ottawa County, April 22-28
A house in Grand Haven that sold for $1.1 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Ottawa County in the past week. In total, 70 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $404,845, or $257 per square foot.
Find the perfect Mother’s Day gift at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Mother’s Day will arrive soon, and if you’re looking for an extra special gift for mom or any amazing woman in your life, Maranda encourages you to visit Great Lakes Crossing Outlets in Auburn Hills, MI!. For a preview of fantastic finds, Maranda...
Adopt-a-pet: Meet sweet and playful Gary
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Are you ready to adopt a new furry friend? Meet Gary!. Gary is available for adoption from Michele's Rescue in West Michigan. He is one of more than a dozen dogs that were rescued from an abandoned shelter in Honduras. Gary's foster mom said he's...
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