School Calendar: February
See what your local school district has planned for February.
Letter to the Editor: Shock and awe
In these early days of Trump II, we must be vigilant and stand up to threats to our democratic institutions and processes.
Henry Idema: Karl Marx's perspective on religion
Religion must illuminate the economic structure of society and address its inequalities and not blind us to those inequalities.
District 10 bids a fond farewell to retiring Commissioner Roger Bergman
Grand Haven-area residents gathered Jan. 9, 2025, to celebrate longtime Ottawa County Commissioner Roger Bergman, who retired at the end of 2024.
Tim Pennings: Let's give Trump a chance over the next 4 years
We become the people we think others see us to be.
Holland to host album-release by indie-rock/pop’s Rip Smidgeon
West Michigan alternative indie-rock/pop band Rip Smidgeon gives its original music a New Millennium twist that incorporates much more than that into its songs.
Ottawa County health officials encourage precautions as respiratory illness cases rise
Here are some tips for prevention and what to do if you get sick.
New dynamics on Ottawa County board yield clashes, some consensus
The meeting gave the public an early glimpse into how new leadership will shape policy and decision-making over the next four years — and what resistance they might face.
VanWoerkom sworn in for third Michigan House term
VanWoerkom represents the 88th House District, which encompasses parts of Muskegon County and Ottawa County.