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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 · 1d

We Are Kalamazoo

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Tustin Family Steps Away From Richland Lanes As New Owners Take Over The Lanes

Big changes at Richland Lanes: the Tustin family is stepping away after pouring weekends and long days into the place, and new owners with roots in Battle Creek and Delton are taking over.

Richland, MI · 8h

hoodline.com

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Ottawa County Farmland Fight Heads to Vote on 100 MW Battery Plant

Blendon Township’s planning commission is likely to vote Nov. 18 on Key Capture Energy’s proposal for a 100-megawatt battery storage plant on 14 acres of rural Ottawa County land beside an electrical substation off 88th Avenue near Polk Street. The proposal has drawn concern from nearby residents about fire, noise and the effects of locating the facility near prime farmland, while supporters point to its potential role in grid reliability.

Ottawa County, MI · 2d
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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 · 23h
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West Michigan's youngest home buyers find starting the American Dream challenging

WEST MICHIGAN — Gannon Andrews and Hailee Larabee are evidence the "American Dream" of owning a home is not out of reach. However, high interest rates, the high prices of homes and the number of new builds being down make finding a starter home difficult. "Seven offers we went...

Kalamazoo, MI · 15h

Yahoo!

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Aldi announces opening date for Byron Center store

The store at 84th Street SW and Clyde Park Avenue SW is scheduled to open Nov. 19, the grocery chain announced in a release. A grand opening ceremony is scheduled for 8:45 a.m. that day. The first 200 customers in line will get gift bags with Aldi products and a gift card, which could be worth anywhere from $5 to $100.

Byron Center, MI · 20h

WLNS

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Michigan’s only Bojangles closes after less than one year

Less than a year after opening, Michigan's only Bojangles location has closed its doors, according to a sign posted at the Wyoming restaurant.

Wyoming, MI · 22h

mailmaxonline.com

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Flowers Early Learning Names New CEO

SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN’S LARGEST PRESCHOOL PROVIDER NAMES NEW CEO. The largest early care and education agency in Southwest Michigan has named a new leader for only the fourth time in its 54-year history. Kevin Wordelman accepted the role of Chief Executive Officer at Flowers Early Learning (formerly Tri-County Head Start) in August, having previously served as Chief Operations Officer and Human Resources Director for the agency that serves nearly 600 children and families every year.

Van Buren County, MI · 1d

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The 'Wright' stuff: 155-acre farm becomes 10th ag property to be protected from development

WRIGHT TWP. — For Wayne Molyneux, the greatest appeal of working the land has always been the independence. "You don't have anyone telling you what to do, and when. You get to make your own hours ... well, the crops do that," Molyneux mused. "You got to get to it whenever it works for them."

Ottawa County, MI · 1d

wgvunews.org

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Many Blendon Township residents oppose proposed Key Capture Energy battery storage plant ahead of planning commission vote

For over a year, residents in Ottawa County’s Blendon Township have pushed back against a proposed battery energy storage facility from Key Capture Energy. The company wants to build a 100 megawatt, 14-acre plant on 88th Avenue near Polk Street. The BESS project, which stands for battery energy storage...

Ottawa County, MI · 8h

WOOD TV8

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Meritage-owned Bojangles closes after less than one year in Wyoming

Less than a year after opening, Michigan's only Bojangles location has closed its doors, according to a sign posted at the Wyoming restaurant.

Wyoming, MI · 1d

We Are Grand Rapids

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One Trader Joe's On 28th Street, And No Second Location Planned Through 2027

If you shop the 28th Street Trader Joes, you know the chalkboards and the .23 cent banana. Michigan's next store lands in Farmington Hills, and Grand Rapids waits past 2027.

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

WOOD TV8

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Grand Rapids company wants to demolish St. James Catholic Church to build apartments

A Grand Rapids developer has proposed demolishing the 150-year-old St. James Catholic Church to develop a 240-unit apartment building.

Grand Rapids, MI · 1d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Grand Rapids Buyers Find More Options as Prices Hold Firm

Grand Rapids buyers found more homes to choose from as active listings surged, with elevated price cuts offering real room to negotiate.

Grand Rapids, MI · 2d

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Focus West Michigan 11-6-26: Northpointe Bank to layoff over 300 workers

A West Michigan-based bank has filed notice it intends to permanently layoff more than 300 employees; a potential Muskegon Heights Public School district leadership crisis was averted on Election Day; developers want to demolish Grand Rapids' Saint James Catholic Church to build housing on the city's West Side; Consumers Energy is again extending its decision deadline for the sale of 13 hydroelectric dams.

Michigan · 3d

wgvunews.org

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Northpointe Bank sells mortgage unit, impacting 330+ jobs

Grand Rapids-based Northpointe Bank filed a WARN notice impacting 338 jobs listed as “permanent layoffs” at its locations in Kent and Clinton counties. The cuts follow a restructuring deal to sell Northpointe’s mortgage origination channels to CMG Financial. Company leaders addressed the transition during their late-October earnings...

Grand Rapids, MI · 4d

FOX 17 News West Michigan

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West Side neighbors fear new apartments will worsen parking struggles

A proposed 231-unit apartment project has some West Side residents concerned about parking, as neighbors say nearby development has already strained available spaces.

Grand Rapids, MI · 5d

WOOD TV8

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Northpointe Bank files WARN notice for 338 positions

Layoffs are on the table as Grand Rapids-headquartered Northpointe Bank looks to sell its residential mortgage origination business, though Northpointe says the acquiring company plans to offer jobs to some workers.

Grand Rapids, MI · 5d

WLNS

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Mid-Michigan bank completes acquisition of West Michigan’s Grand River Bank

Mount Pleasant-headquartered Isabella Bank has officially entered the Grand Rapids area with its acquisition of Grand River Bank.

Grand Rapids, MI · 4d

Mass Market Retailers

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Meijer offering deep discounts on turkeys and Thanksgiving favorites

Retailer's Thanksgiving deals help customers serve a holiday feast for $35 or less

Grand Rapids, MI · 6d