Obituaries: May 2025
This file will be updated throughout the month of May as new notices become available.
Sarah Leach
Sarah Leach is a Pulitzer Prize-nominated journalist who led 15 Michigan papers for 15 years. She is a graduate of Central Michigan University and is an advocate for local and student journalism.
Local author share's Jefferson's 'miracle' story in new book geared toward young adults
One of Holland's most prolific authors has released a new book explaining the story of the Declaration of Independence's inception from Thomas Jefferson's point of view.
Judicial watchdog group files complaint against Ottawa judge
An Ottawa County district court judge is facing disciplinary action from the state Judicial Tenure Commission after pleading guilty to a charge of domestic violence last year.
Ottawa County health officer lauded with state award after far-right attempt to remove her
Ottawa County Health Officer Adeline Hambley has been recognized for contributions to strengthening public health policy after a yearlong legal battle with the former far-right majority on the county commission.
Swartz to challenge Huizenga again as Democrats target 3 Michigan House seats in 2026
Kalamazoo attorney Jessica Swartz is jumping back into campaign mode for the U.S. House after top Democratic leaders announced they were targeting Michigan's Fourth Congressional District to flip blue in 2026.
Ottawa CMH director's contract could be in question after board didn't sign off on terms
As Ottawa County’s Community Mental Health director grapples with serious challenges on how Medicaid funding shortfalls will affect his department and services, it is unclear if his contract with the county is valid.
Scholten takes questions in townhall as Huizenga doubles down on support for Trump
U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Grand Rapids, met with constituents in Michigan's Third Congressional District — and they had a lot to say.
'Missing in action': Frustrated constituents host town hall aimed at Huizenga
Constituents in West Michigan’s Fourth Congressional District wanted a town hall — with or without U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga.
Lawsuit drops claim challenging Crockery Lake contract; severance claims to continue
A lawsuit disputing a trio of controversial decisions approved by the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners last year has dropped one key claim challenging a contract to remediate an inland county lake.