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Despite rumors, McAlister's Deli still coming to former Steak n' Shake
HOLLAND TWP. — Despite rumors the former Steak ‘n Shake location on North Park Drive has been re-listed for sale, McAlister’s Deli representatives have confirmed they're still coming to Holland this fall. News of McAlister’s Deli broke in January, when the company confirmed they'd purchased the building...
Outdoor alcohol social district expands to summer in Lake Michigan city
SOUTH HAVEN, MI -- The South Haven City Council voted to expand the season and the hours of its alcohol-friendly social district, but stopped short of extending the zone to include park space and more businesses, after pushback from community members. The council met Monday, May 6, and voted on...
How Desmond Chapa went from never running to track scholarship, leading West Ottawa relays
The West Ottawa boys track team took a huge step last year, getting a handful of sprinters and relays to the state meet. The Panthers were hoping for some young speed to join the mix, but instead got a senior who has changed everything. Desmond Chapa never ran track but...
Former Ottawa Beach Inn near Holland to be revived under new owners — with a nod to the past
Corina and Vasilios Sepsakos, owners of Brickyard Tavern and Brick and Porter in Grand Rapids, are opening a third restaurant in their hometown of Holland at the former Ottawa Beach Inn. The restaurant, named Reservoir, will seat 165 guests for upscale Italian-American fare during the summer and switch to a...
LG says it wants to preserve Old Wing, but locals are troubled by demo permits
HOLLAND — LG Energy has started pulling permits for its next phase of construction; and some of the sought demolition is on property the company insisted it wants to preserve. The Sentinel received confirmation from Holland Director of Community and Neighborhood Services Mark Meyers that LG has filed for...
Holland man injured in crash between car, motorcycle
OTTAWA COUNTY, Mich. — A man was injured in a crash between a motorcycle and a car in Park Township on Sunday evening, according to the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office. Deputies said around 6 p.m. they responded to the intersection of N Lakeshore Drive and W Lakewood Boulevard for a report of a crash.
Harmful algae bloom confirmed at Duck Lake in Cheshire Township
CHESHIRE TWP. — The Allegan County Health Department has confirmed an algal bloom in a lake in Cheshire Township, the department announced Friday. Samples at Duck Lake have confirmed blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria or harmful algal blooms. A HAB had been suspected, and samples were sent to EGLE and MDHHS for testing and confirmation.
Holland's Dutch Village kicks off 2024 with new entrance, petting barn
HOLLAND — It's a new season at Nelis' Dutch Village; and there's plenty to see. The business began operating locally in 1952. Joe Nelis and his team were busy this off-season, prepping the park for Tulip Time and the summer tourism season. Improvements include a new entrance area — equipped with larger public restrooms...
Kalamazoo, Flint, Holland to get special air monitoring in 2025
LANSING, MI – Kalamazoo, Flint, and Holland will get special or enhanced air quality monitoring next year as part of the state’s plans to track airborne pollution across Michigan. Officials with the state Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy are seeking public comments about their plans to...
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...
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