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The Lost History of Rochdale Inn – A West Michigan Resort Dream (1912 – 1944)

The history of Rochdale Inn begins with a Chicago businessman who promised inexpensive Michigan land and a cooperative farming community. His Fruitvale development near Montague grew into a popular summer resort with a 50-room hotel, swimming facilities, tennis courts and cottages before declining during the 1930s.

Muskegon County, MI · 1d

97.9 WGRD

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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Ending In Muskegon County After 537,000 Books Mailed

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is closing in Muskegon County. United Way of the Lakeshore's Lisa Tyler says funding cuts ended it, after 537,000 books mailed to kids.

Muskegon County, MI · 2d

The Holland Sentinel

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Three concerts coming as part of 'Christmas at the Civic' in Holland

Holland Civic Center will host three holiday concerts in December as part of the newly announced "Christmas at the Civic." According to a community announcement, each performance begins at 7:30 p.m. at 150 W. Eighth St. in Holland. Ted Vigil will open the series Dec. 2 with "Rocky Mountain Christmas: A John Denver Tribute." Those tickets are $40. Celtic Angels Christmas follows Dec. 7 with the Celtic Angels, Celtic Knights Dancers and Trinity Band Ensemble. Those tickets are $45. Dailey & Vincent will close the series Dec. 17 with "Candy Canes & Coal." Jamie Dailey and Darrin Vincent will combine bluegrass, country and gospel influences for their performance. Those tickets cost $50. More: When are Holland's major 2026 events? Here's a calendar. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit hollandciviccenter.com . This story was produced by reporter Nida Tazeen, ntazeen@usatodayco.com , with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on The Holland Sentinel: Three concerts coming as part of 'Christmas at the Civic' in Holland

Holland, MI · 2d

The Pioneer

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Big Rapids commission approves declaring Bergelin House Museum as surplus

Big Rapids declares the former Bergelin House Museum surplus property

Big Rapids, MI · 1d

hastingsreminder.com

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RANDALL RECOMMENDS: 3 DAYS OF THE CONDOR

Randall Schaefer is not only a decades-long movie buff but also the host of “Hastings Mystery Theater” on Hastings Cable Access TV. Of the hundreds of thousands of movies that have hit the silver screen, Schaefer has his favorites. Each week, Schaefer will pop into the Reminder to...

Hastings, MI · 23h

WOOD TV8

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West Michigan Instrument Library in Holland eyes December opening

Learning to play an instrument can be expensive. Between buying it and figuring out whether it’s something you want to stick with, the cost can keep many people from ever getting started.

Holland, MI · 1d

visitgrandhaven.com

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Holiday Events in the Grand Haven Area 2026

There’s a unique kind of magic to the holiday season on the lakeshore. Downtown shop windows glow, Christmas lights appear along familiar streets, and local businesses begin welcoming visitors for a season of markets, festive gatherings and small-town traditions. From Grand Haven’s much-loved Jingle Bell Parade to holiday shopping...

Grand Haven, MI · 2d

The Pioneer

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Ferris State concert to unite 150 musicians, handbell ensemble

Five groups, 150 musicians, one concert at Ferris State

Big Rapids, MI · 1d

localspins.com

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Seth Bernard, Jordan Hamilton artfully inspire The Stray, plus Kait Rose, Trivium, Tune-Yards

Friday night’s sold-out, four-band show at The Stray was just part of a wide-ranging week of live music in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. Browse the photo recaps at Local Spins. SCROLL DOWN FOR PHOTO GALLERIES. If anyone can speak to the collaborative power of the Michigan music scene, it’s...

Grand Rapids, MI · 14h

westmichigannewspop.com

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Lights on Creston offers an evening of holiday cheer

Lights on Creston will return to the Creston Corridor on Wednesday, Dec. 16, bringing the community together for an evening of holiday festivities, local shopping and neighborhood celebration. Launched in 2018, the annual event has become a holiday tradition in Grand Rapids, drawing residents and visitors to explore the businesses,...

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

flightjournal.com

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The Most Unusual World War II Aircraft Restorations

Some of the most striking World War II restorations involve aircraft pulled from lake bottoms, raised from seabeds, or rescued from unlikely second careers as roadside attractions. The challenge in each case extends well beyond ordinary metalwork. Recovered from the Water. FM-2 Wildcat 57039 spent 68 years on the floor...

Portage, MI · 1d

Mix 95.7FM

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Mel Robbins Opens Up About Growing Up In North Muskegon

She shared memories of her late-1970s childhood during her appearance on Kerry Washington’s “Street You Grew Up On.”

Muskegon, MI · 4d

WWMT

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Amazing America: Holland keeps true to its Dutch roots

HOLLAND, Mich. — We know it as the place where tulips arrive with spring, but Holland's Dutch roots go beyond its colorful flowers. The city of 36,000 people has always held a fascination for its Dutch past, with practical architecture and vintage street lamps hanging above even its busiest shopping districts.

Holland, MI · 2d

97.9 WGRD

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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 · 4d

lowellledger.org

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Christmas Through Lowell is Coming to Town

Marking its 34th year, Christmas Through Lowell stands as one of the largest events in the area, and it’s coming to town the weekend of Nov. 20, 21, and 22. The three-day holiday shopping extravaganza is expected to feature an all-time high amount of 85 participating locations, and a predicted 400-plus vendors.

Lowell, MI · 3d

WWMT

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Grandville native to appear on Wheel of Fortune this week

A Grandville native will be on Wheel of Fortune this Wednesday. Curtis Kincy, Jr., a Costco cashier with a love for tennis, cooking and music, is bringing a lifetime of family tradition to the Wheel of Fortune stage. Economy: West Michigan's youngest home buyers find starting the American Dream challenging.

Grandville, MI · 4d

WOOD TV8

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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in Muskegon County to close at year end

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library in Muskegon County will be shutting down at the end of the year, United Way of the Lakeshore announced Tuesday.

Muskegon County, MI · 4d

WOOD TV8

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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 · 3d