Letters to the Editor: Is there hope for Huizenga? And Trump's 'Trail of Tears'
Here's what residents are writing about this week.
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Politics
Swartz drops out, as 4th Congressional race pits Dem McCann against GOP's Huizenga
The candidate pool for Michigan's 4th Congressional District is thinning after Kalamazoo-based Democrat Jessica Swartz announced Saturday that she was withdrawing from the race to seek a seat in the state House.
Education
Meeting Minutes: Spring Lake Public Schools Board of Education
Spring Lake Public Schools Board of Education met on Monday, March 16.
Events
Kalamazoo Fretboard Festival 2026 to star Cold Mountain Child, Billy Davis and more
Cold Mountain Child includes musicians Tyler Bradley (vocals and guitar), David Spalvieri-Kruse (lead guitar and piano) and Gerren Young (multi-percussionist). Together, the trio explores themes of nature, grief and spirituality through their carefully constructed music.
Local workshops to tackle local government transparency
As local government transparency remains a focal point for residents across West Michigan, two upcoming workshops in Ottawa County aim to pull back the curtain on how municipal decisions are made and how the public can access official records.
Tri-Cities' Jingle Bell Parade to now be managed by Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival
The popular Jingle Bell Parade that takes place in Grand Haven each year is changing hands, officials announced Friday, March 6.
