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The Ottawa County Community Action Agency, a critical lifeline for thousands of the area's most vulnerable residents, is facing a severe financial crisis following federal funding uncertainties, prompting a public plea to local leaders to lobby Washington.
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Ottawa anti-poverty agency faces dire federal funding cliff, local officials pressed to intervene
The Ottawa County Community Action Agency, a critical lifeline for thousands of the area's most vulnerable residents, is facing a severe financial crisis following federal funding uncertainties,…
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November 25, 2025 at 3:47 PM
The Ottawa County Community Action Agency, a critical lifeline for thousands of the area's most vulnerable residents, is facing a severe financial crisis following federal funding uncertainties, prompting a public plea to local leaders to lobby Washington.
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A rarely used procedure governing the ethical conduct of the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners will be tested on Tuesday after separate complaints were filed against two sitting members.
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Moss, Brugger face separate ethics complaints from residents
A rarely used procedure governing the ethical conduct of the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners will be tested on Tuesday after separate complaints were filed against two sitting members.
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November 24, 2025 at 11:49 PM
A rarely used procedure governing the ethical conduct of the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners will be tested on Tuesday after separate complaints were filed against two sitting members.
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Bill Steffen's weekday forecast: Nov. 24-29
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November 24, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Zeeland businesses will soon be able to serve alcohol on Sundays, following a city council vote to overturn a decades-old ban on beer and wine sales.
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Zeeland council lifts decades-old ban on Sunday alcohol sales
Zeeland businesses will soon be able to serve alcohol on Sundays, following a city council vote to overturn a decades-old ban on beer and wine sales.
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November 23, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Zeeland businesses will soon be able to serve alcohol on Sundays, following a city council vote to overturn a decades-old ban on beer and wine sales.
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Unity Christian High School is heading to the Division 4 state football final next week after defeating the Vicksburg Bulldogs 45-17 on Saturday afternoon.
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Unity Christian routs Vicksburg to reach state football final
Unity Christian High School is heading to the Division 4 state football final next week after defeating the Vicksburg Bulldogs 45-17 on Saturday afternoon.
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November 23, 2025 at 2:58 AM
Unity Christian High School is heading to the Division 4 state football final next week after defeating the Vicksburg Bulldogs 45-17 on Saturday afternoon.
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Gentex Corp. announced Thursday, Nov. 20, the acquisition of Toronto-based BioConnect, a leader in biometric authentication solutions, signaling a continued expansion into advanced security and access control industries.
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Gentex acquires Canadian company with focus on advanced security
Gentex Corp. announced Thursday, Nov. 20, the acquisition of Toronto-based BioConnect, a leader in biometric authentication solutions, signaling a continued expansion into advanced security and…
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November 22, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Gentex Corp. announced Thursday, Nov. 20, the acquisition of Toronto-based BioConnect, a leader in biometric authentication solutions, signaling a continued expansion into advanced security and access control industries.
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Ottawa County commissioners did, in fact, agree to pay Administrative Health Officer Adeline Hambley $4 million to resign in November 2023, according to closed session meeting minutes released Thursday.
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Closed meeting minutes: Moss agreed to $4M settlement with Hambley to 'get this over with'
Ottawa County commissioners did, in fact, agree to pay Administrative Health Officer Adeline Hambley $4 million to resign in November 2023, according to closed session meeting minutes released…
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November 21, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Ottawa County commissioners did, in fact, agree to pay Administrative Health Officer Adeline Hambley $4 million to resign in November 2023, according to closed session meeting minutes released Thursday.
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Bill Steffen's weekend forecast: Nov. 21-23
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November 21, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a motion to halt the U.S. Department of Energy’s third order to stop the long-planned retirement of Consumers Energy’s J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant in Port Sheldon Township.
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Nessel challenges latest order forcing Campbell plant to remain operational through February
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a motion to halt the U.S. Department of Energy’s third order to stop the long-planned retirement of Consumers Energy’s J.H. Campbell coal-fired power…
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November 20, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a motion to halt the U.S. Department of Energy’s third order to stop the long-planned retirement of Consumers Energy’s J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant in Port Sheldon Township.
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This weekend, Unity Christian will play in the Division 4 state semifinal as it vies for a state football championship in the 2025 Michigan High School Football playoffs.
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Unity Christian football eyes next opponent in state title run
This weekend, Unity Christian will play in the Division 4 state semifinal as it vies for a state football championship in the 2025 Michigan High School Football playoffs.
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November 20, 2025 at 1:42 PM
This weekend, Unity Christian will play in the Division 4 state semifinal as it vies for a state football championship in the 2025 Michigan High School Football playoffs.
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The holiday season is set to officially sparkle in Grand Haven on Friday, Nov. 21, as the Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority hosts its annual "Light Night" celebration.
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Grand Haven to host 'Light Night,' Kerstmarkt opens in Holland
The holiday season is set to officially sparkle in Grand Haven on Friday, Nov. 21, as the Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority hosts its annual "Light Night" celebration.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:26 PM
The holiday season is set to officially sparkle in Grand Haven on Friday, Nov. 21, as the Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority hosts its annual "Light Night" celebration.
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The holiday season is set to officially sparkle in Grand Haven on Friday, Nov. 21, as the Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority hosts its annual "Light Night" celebration.
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Grand Haven to host 'Light Night,' Kerstmarkt opens in Holland
The holiday season is set to officially sparkle in Grand Haven on Friday, Nov. 21, as the Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority hosts its annual "Light Night" celebration.
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November 19, 2025 at 8:26 PM
The holiday season is set to officially sparkle in Grand Haven on Friday, Nov. 21, as the Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority hosts its annual "Light Night" celebration.
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An employee of Ottawa County’s Juvenile Court claims his managers and the county retaliated against him for taking medical leave after he developed health complications from COVID-19, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday.
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County employee claims court manager retaliated after he took medical leave for 'long COVID'
An employee of Ottawa County’s Juvenile Court claims his managers and the county retaliated against him for taking medical leave after he developed health complications from COVID-19, according to a…
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November 19, 2025 at 12:59 PM
An employee of Ottawa County’s Juvenile Court claims his managers and the county retaliated against him for taking medical leave after he developed health complications from COVID-19, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday.
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Ottawa County is about to be taken over by the holiday spirit. Several communities around the county will be hosting holiday events to celebrate the holiday season.
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Ottawa County usher is holiday cheer with parades, events
Ottawa County is about to be taken over by the holiday spirit. Several communities around the county will be hosting holiday events to celebrate the holiday season.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Ottawa County is about to be taken over by the holiday spirit. Several communities around the county will be hosting holiday events to celebrate the holiday season.
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Bill Steffen's weekday forecast: Nov. 17-21
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November 17, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Welcome to the Final Score Report, a weekly roundup of High School Football scores from around Ottawa County.
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Unity Christian advances as last Ottawa County team in playoffs
Welcome to the Final Score Report, a weekly roundup of High School Football scores from around Ottawa County.
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November 16, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Welcome to the Final Score Report, a weekly roundup of High School Football scores from around Ottawa County.
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This weekend, three Ottawa County varsity football teams will play in the MHSAA regional finals. Winners of each game will advance to the state semifinals with a chance to play for the state championship. Here's a preview of each game:
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Here's who's playing in the high school playoff regional finals
This weekend, three Ottawa County varsity football teams will play in the MHSAA regional finals.
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November 15, 2025 at 8:08 PM
This weekend, three Ottawa County varsity football teams will play in the MHSAA regional finals. Winners of each game will advance to the state semifinals with a chance to play for the state championship. Here's a preview of each game:
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The best response to shrinking local news is to create new solutions, new means of returning local control and content to communities like Holland. If you are reading this piece, then you have found that solution: Ottawa News Network. Welcome.
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Barbara Mezeske: The tale of a local print newspaper
The best response to shrinking local news is to create new solutions, new means of returning local control and content to communities like Holland. If you are reading this piece, then you have found…
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November 14, 2025 at 9:36 PM
The best response to shrinking local news is to create new solutions, new means of returning local control and content to communities like Holland. If you are reading this piece, then you have found that solution: Ottawa News Network. Welcome.
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The best response to shrinking local news is to create new solutions, new means of returning local control and content to communities like Holland. If you are reading this piece, then you have found that solution: Ottawa News Network. Welcome.
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Barbara Mezeske: The tale of a local print newspaper
The best response to shrinking local news is to create new solutions, new means of returning local control and content to communities like Holland. If you are reading this piece, then you have found…
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November 14, 2025 at 9:36 PM
The best response to shrinking local news is to create new solutions, new means of returning local control and content to communities like Holland. If you are reading this piece, then you have found that solution: Ottawa News Network. Welcome.
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Bill Steffen's weekend forecast: Nov. 14-16
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November 14, 2025 at 3:39 PM
The Georgetown Township Board of Trustees met on Nov. 10 to discuss and vote on several issues, including a liquor license for a new Mexican restaurant, a water and sewer rate policy update, and new street lights for Kreekfield Drive.
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Meeting Minutes: New Mexican restaurant coming to Georgetown
The Georgetown Township Board of Trustees met on Nov. 10 to discuss and vote on several issues, including a liquor license for a new Mexican restaurant, a water and sewer rate policy update, and new…
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November 13, 2025 at 2:24 PM
The Georgetown Township Board of Trustees met on Nov. 10 to discuss and vote on several issues, including a liquor license for a new Mexican restaurant, a water and sewer rate policy update, and new street lights for Kreekfield Drive.
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Ottawa County 20th Circuit Court Judge Jon Hulsing released his ruling on Nov. 4 that essentially bans the rental of homes on a short-term basis for vacationers in the resort town, ending a long legal challenge by more than 100 property owners.
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Ottawa judge rules in favor of Park Township officials who banned short-term rentals
Ottawa County 20th Circuit Court Judge Jon Hulsing released his ruling on Nov. 4 that essentially bans the rental of homes on a short-term basis for vacationers in the resort town, ending a long…
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November 11, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Ottawa County 20th Circuit Court Judge Jon Hulsing released his ruling on Nov. 4 that essentially bans the rental of homes on a short-term basis for vacationers in the resort town, ending a long legal challenge by more than 100 property owners.
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America's fastest-growing grocer, ALDI, is set to open its first store in Grand Haven, an expansion that promises to deliver significant consumer savings and introduce a new competitive dynamic to the Ottawa County grocery market.
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Deep discounts and market shifts: ALDI’s Grand Haven debut poised to reshape Ottawa County’s grocery landscape
America's fastest-growing grocer, ALDI, is set to open its first store in Grand Haven, an expansion that promises to deliver significant consumer savings and introduce a new competitive dynamic to…
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November 11, 2025 at 11:01 AM
America's fastest-growing grocer, ALDI, is set to open its first store in Grand Haven, an expansion that promises to deliver significant consumer savings and introduce a new competitive dynamic to the Ottawa County grocery market.
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Ottawa County’s Parks and Recreation millage is up for renewal in 2026, after the current one is set to expire next year.
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Parks department hopes voters will renew parks millage in 2026 to continue development
Ottawa County’s Parks and Recreation millage is up for renewal in 2026, after the current one is set to expire next year.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Ottawa County’s Parks and Recreation millage is up for renewal in 2026, after the current one is set to expire next year.
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Bill Steffen's weekday forecast: Nov. 10-14
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November 10, 2025 at 1:19 PM