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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 · 2d
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Where veterans can eat for free in Kent County on Veterans Day

Veterans Day is on Wednesday and there are more deals and discounts available to veterans in Kent County than there are stars and stripes on the flag, including free meals at local restaurants.

Kent County, MI · 3d

Detroit Sports Nation

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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 · 2d

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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Popular Rockford veterans exhibit becomes permanent at local museum

What began as a temporary tribute to Rockford veterans has become a permanent exhibit at the Rockford Area Museum after proving popular with visitors.

Rockford, MI · 1d

MLive

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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 · 1d

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Lowell officials optimistic about downtown pedestrian safety improvements

Efforts to improve pedestrian safety in downtown Lowell are gaining momentum, with city officials reporting a more receptive response from the Michigan Department of Transportation following a recent meeting about potential traffic-calming measures. During the Monday, Nov. 2 Lowell City Council meeting, City Manager Mike Burns provided an update on...

Lowell, MI · 1d

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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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 · 1d

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I-96 project in Ionia County ‘on time and under budget’

The project to rebuild I-96 between Bliss Road and Sunfield Road in Ionia County is "on time and under budget," according to the Michigan Department of Transportation.

Ionia County, MI · 1d

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Kilwins in Gaslight Village shuts doors

After nine years of serving ice cream, chocolate and other treats, the Kilwins location in East Grand Rapids has closed for good.

East Grand Rapids, MI · 15h

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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 · 16h

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Grand Rapids Art Museum reveals schedule ahead of 20th year

Ahead of its 20th year located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids, the Grand Rapids Art Museum has announced its major exhibition schedule for 2027.

Grand Rapids, MI · 14h

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MHSAA wins in court, Cougars eliminated

Grand Rapids Catholic Central has again been thrown out of the high school football playoffs this year after a Kent County judge sided with the Michigan High School Athletic Association. (Nov. 9, 2026)

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

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Holland to consider site plan for hotel at former People's State Bank

The Sentinel is providing a weekly round-up of the biggest topics in upcoming municipal meetings, giving our readers a chance to engage with their local officials on the projects, appointments and decisions that hit closest to home. These round-ups are written on Fridays and updated online Mondays. Municipalities are not required by the Michigan Open Meetings Act to provide an agenda in advance of a meeting, but they are required to provide notice. Please visit your local municipality website for the most updated information. Here are the biggest topics for meetings Monday-Friday, Nov. 9-13: Ottawa County Finance and Administration Committee : 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Ottawa County Fillmore Street Complex The agenda includes: Consideration of a motion to approve and forward to the full board a request from the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office to add one additional road patrol deputy position to support Georgetown Township at a total cost of $218,386, to be paid by Georgetown Township Consideration of a motion to approve and forward to the full board a Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon for a new records management system for the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office Consideration of a motion to approve and forward

Holland, MI · 2d

The Holland Sentinel

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MSA Lakeshore completes massive expansion in Holland

MSA Lakeshore has completed a 54,150-square-foot indoor expansion and more than tripled in size from three acres to ten acres at 12429 Ransom St. in Holland Township. The full expansion includes 27,000 square feet of indoor turf space, a 13,000-square-foot indoor hard court for basketball and volleyball, a 91,500-square-foot outdoor turf field, a new concession area, expanded parking and outdoor restroom facilities. The indoor hard court includes friction- and force-reduction technology meant to enhance athlete comfort and help prevent injuries, according to MSA (Michigan Sports Academies). MSA purchased the building , formerly Lakeshore Athletic Center, in 2022. The project has resulted in a center unlike anything the community has seen before, according to Building Manager Scott Redman. “With the addition of the indoor turf field, long winter months will be much more enjoyable for enthusiasts in the world of soccer, lacrosse, football, baseball, softball and any other sport you can play on grass,” Redman wrote in an email to The Sentinel. More: Plans to triple the size of MSA Lakeshore take step forward in Holland Township Redman called the construction process an “interesting journey” because the expansion was built on what had previously been vacant land. “The business did remain

Holland, MI · 1d

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 · 2d

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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Spring Lake Village considers sound system to address cormorant problem

Spring Lake officials now have a plan to address a growing colony of double-crested cormorants blamed for property damage and waste near Village Cove Marina.

Spring Lake, MI · 2d

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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 · 1d

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Developers look to shift Wyoming's Reserve Flats apartments to for-sale condos amid rental struggles

“This was a project that actually came before this planning commission through two different phases in 2021.”. Colton Hyble is the Assistant Director of Community & Economic Development for the city of Wyoming. He explained to the city’s planning commission that Granger Group, the developer of the 138-unit Reserve Flats apartments, wants to convert those rental units into for-sale condos.

Wyoming, MI · 2d

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Spring Lake Village and Township Councils Set for Busy Meeting Week

Ottawa County, MI (WGHN) – Several meetings on tap to start the week here in the tri cities. Spring Lake Village Council has several items to discuss during a work session Monday evening, including a plan to manage the cormorant population at Village Cove Marina and proposed new playground equipment for North Bank Park.

Ottawa County, MI · 2d