Prosecutor: Chances of convicted killer Karen Boes’ getting a retrial remain unknown
More than two decades after a fatal house fire led to a life sentence for an Ottawa County woman, a circuit court judge is weighing whether advancements in fire science and interrogation research warrant a new trial.
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Politics
Former Holland mayor Tanis launches primary challenge against incumbent Huizenga
Phil Tanis, the former mayor of Holland, has officially entered the race for Michigan’s Fourth Congressional District, launching a primary challenge against incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga.
Education
Embracing the algorithm: How one Ottawa County district is rewriting the rules on AI
Hudsonville’s English department has worked to design a curriculum that "embraces the use of some AI so kids reject using it as a cheating method," the superintendent said.
Events
Celtic Festival to bring food, music, highland games to Holland this weekend
The fifth annual Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival and Highland Games runs June 26-27, and celebrates Irish, Scottish, Welsh, and other Celtic cultures through live music, traditional athletics, dancing, food, and historical exhibits.
West Michigan residents pack fairgrounds for 'perfect' Hudsonville Balloon Days
This year's sixth annual Hudsonville Balloon Days was the perfect event for residents of all ages, with a spectacular showing of hot air balloons, vendors and plenty of activities for all ages.
Hundreds celebrate Juneteenth with music, food, entertainment
Hundreds of Ottawa County residents turned out en masse to celebrate Holland's annual Juneteenth celebration, marking the holiday with advocacy, education and fun.
