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Do You Love Swimming? See 815 Swim Jobs You Might Love
Looking for a job in swimming! Go here to see 815 Swim Jobs. Current photo via Mike Lewis/Ola Vista Photography. Looking for a job in swimming! Go here to see 815 Swim Jobs. To participate as part of a decision-making team (coaching staff) under the direction of the head coach in planning, coaching, recruiting, administering, and promoting the Men’s and Women’s Swimming programs within NCAA, Ivy League, and institutional standards.
Traditional poetry, tea and performances to highlight Korean culture in special event this summer
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — With an interest in Korean culture sweeping over the U.S. amid a popularity boost in K-dramas, movies and K-pop, Korean Connection is hoping to share more about Korea with a unique event this summer. The Korean Tea Experience, sponsored by Grand Valley State University, will...
Look past Holland's Madalyn Daniels and she will race past in a flash
When Madalyn Daniels steps into the blocks, she is already ahead of the field. The Holland senior has heard the comments about being short (not much taller than 5 feet) and not having a chance against many of the long-legged sprinters. Then the gun goes off and everything changes. Despite...
West Ottawa girls tennis clinches sixth straight regional title with stellar singles play
HOLLAND TWP. - The West Ottawa girls tennis team used a singles sweep to earn a sixth consecutive Division 1 regional title - and a spot in the state tournament. The Panthers scored 28 points to take the regional, two points ahead of Rockford (26). Grand Haven scored 18 points to give the region three teams heading to state. ...
Former record holders reflect as new breed of Bucs make their mark
For 40-plus years, Mark Engel could proudly point to his name at the top of the record books for Grand Haven track and field. In the spring of 1978, Engel, along with Bob Constant, Mike Wing and Tracy Farnquist set the school record in the 4x200-meter relay (known then as the 880-yard relay) with a time of 1 minute, 29.6 seconds.
Holland Farmers Market returns to Civic Center
HOLLAND — The Holland Farmers Market has returned. The annual tradition at Holland Civic Center — 150 W. Eighth St. — kicked off Wednesday, May 15, with over 75 local farmers, specialty food vendors and food trucks with fresh fruits and vegetables, breads and baked goods, and more.
Budweiser Clydesdales coming to West Michigan this summer
GRAND HAVEN, Mich. — The Budweiser Clydesdales will pull the famous red beer wagon at the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival Grand Parade this summer. Not every horse, of course, has what it takes to be a Clydesdale. To qualify for a hitch, a Clydesdale hast to be at...
New closures announced along I-196 Business Loop rebuild
ZEELAND, Mich. — The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) announced updated closures for the I-196 Business Loop rebuild project. As of Monday, 120th Avenue and Waverly Road have reopened. Meanwhile, 112th Avenue at the I-196 Business Loop closed at 7 a.m. Monday and will remain closed through early June.
Retiring choir director from Singing Christmas Tree fame being replaced by former student
NORTON SHORES, MI – Mona Shores Public Schools has selected a new choir director to lead the high school’s “crown jewel” choir program, including the beloved annual Singing Christmas Tree production. Brendan Closz, a 2003 graduate of Mona Shores, was chosen to replace longtime choir director...
Don’t miss the Farmgirl Flea Spring Market this Friday and Saturday
Co founder Jessica Plaisier joins in with the details. Don’t miss the Farmgirl Flea Spring Market this Friday and Saturday. The Market at Hudsonville Fairground Friday and Saturday offers an array of handmade and curated goods by local vendors for local customers. Co founder Jessica Plaisier join in with the details.
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