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A lawsuit disputing a pair of controversial employee severance agreements approved by the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners late last year will continue, without the plaintiff or his attorney having access to closed session minutes that are key to the case.
For Daisy Pineda, the fight for immigrant justice isn't an abstract political issue — it's etched into her family's story.
Local, state and national officials are warning that unless Michigan environmental officials can fast-track PFAS regulations to allow for harbor dredging this year, it could end up costing Ottawa County residents millions.
Ottawa County voters delivered a split verdict at the polls Tuesday, May 6, backing school operations and community services while rejecting major construction bonds.
This year’s Ottawa County fall elections are a mix of incumbent candidates seeking re-election and new faces vying for public office.
The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners opted not to discuss a proposed settlement offer that could have resolved one of a handful of lawsuits stemming from decisions made by the previous board, led by far-right group Ottawa Impact.
Ottawa County residents are facing significant road construction as the county progresses with a series of infrastructure projects.
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.
Ottawa County has not reported a case of measles since 1991, and the county's medical director is urging residents to take preventative measures to keep it that way.
