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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.
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.
U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Grand Rapids, met with constituents in Michigan's Third Congressional District — and they had a lot to say.
