For many dealing with mental illness in Ottawa County, the holiday season isn’t much of a celebration. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/county-resou...

The Ottawa County Community Action Agency, a critical lifeline for thousands of the area's most vulnerable residents, is facing a severe financial crisis following federal funding uncertainties, prompting a public plea to local leaders to lobby Washington. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/ottawa-anti-...

A rarely used procedure governing the ethical conduct of the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners will be tested on Tuesday after separate complaints were filed against two sitting members. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/moss-brugger...

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Zeeland businesses will soon be able to serve alcohol on Sundays, following a city council vote to overturn a decades-old ban on beer and wine sales. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/zeeland-coun...

Unity Christian High School is heading to the Division 4 state football final next week after defeating the Vicksburg Bulldogs 45-17 on Saturday afternoon. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/unity-christ...

Gentex Corp. announced Thursday, Nov. 20, the acquisition of Toronto-based BioConnect, a leader in biometric authentication solutions, signaling a continued expansion into advanced security and access control industries. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/gentex-acqui...

Ottawa County commissioners did, in fact, agree to pay Administrative Health Officer Adeline Hambley $4 million to resign in November 2023, according to closed session meeting minutes released Thursday. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/closed-meeti...

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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has filed a motion to halt the U.S. Department of Energy’s third order to stop the long-planned retirement of Consumers Energy’s J.H. Campbell coal-fired power plant in Port Sheldon Township. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/nessel-chall...

This weekend, Unity Christian will play in the Division 4 state semifinal as it vies for a state football championship in the 2025 Michigan High School Football playoffs. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/unity-christ...

The holiday season is set to officially sparkle in Grand Haven on Friday, Nov. 21, as the Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority hosts its annual "Light Night" celebration. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/grand-haven-...

The holiday season is set to officially sparkle in Grand Haven on Friday, Nov. 21, as the Grand Haven Main Street Downtown Development Authority hosts its annual "Light Night" celebration. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/grand-haven-...

An employee of Ottawa County’s Juvenile Court claims his managers and the county retaliated against him for taking medical leave after he developed health complications from COVID-19, according to a lawsuit filed Thursday. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/county-emplo...

Ottawa County is about to be taken over by the holiday spirit. Several communities around the county will be hosting holiday events to celebrate the holiday season. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/ottawa-count...

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Welcome to the Final Score Report, a weekly roundup of High School Football scores from around Ottawa County. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/unity-christ...

This weekend, three Ottawa County varsity football teams will play in the MHSAA regional finals. Winners of each game will advance to the state semifinals with a chance to play for the state championship. Here's a preview of each game: www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/high-school-...

The best response to shrinking local news is to create new solutions, new means of returning local control and content to communities like Holland. If you are reading this piece, then you have found that solution: Ottawa News Network. Welcome. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/bar/

The best response to shrinking local news is to create new solutions, new means of returning local control and content to communities like Holland. If you are reading this piece, then you have found that solution: Ottawa News Network. Welcome. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/bar/

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The Georgetown Township Board of Trustees met on Nov. 10 to discuss and vote on several issues, including a liquor license for a new Mexican restaurant, a water and sewer rate policy update, and new street lights for Kreekfield Drive. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/meeting-minu...

Ottawa County 20th Circuit Court Judge Jon Hulsing released his ruling on Nov. 4 that essentially bans the rental of homes on a short-term basis for vacationers in the resort town, ending a long legal challenge by more than 100 property owners. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/ottawa-judge...

America's fastest-growing grocer, ALDI, is set to open its first store in Grand Haven, an expansion that promises to deliver significant consumer savings and introduce a new competitive dynamic to the Ottawa County grocery market. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/deep-discoun...

Ottawa County’s Parks and Recreation millage is up for renewal in 2026, after the current one is set to expire next year. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/parks-depart...

Bill Steffen's weekday forecast: Nov. 10-14 www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/bill-steffen...

Welcome to the Final Score Report, a weekly roundup of High School Football scores from around Ottawa County. It's Week 10 and the district semifinals. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/final-score-...

A year into operation of Muskegon’s The Stage at The Corner, venue event coordinator and technical director concedes that owners are “still trying to figure out what exactly sticks” when it comes to entertainment events. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/muskegons-ne...

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A local construction company and North America’s largest roofing manufacturer have joined forces to provide a much-needed boost to a Holland community organization, ensuring two vital neighborhood structures have secure, new roofs. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/roofing-part...

Voters across Ottawa County on Tuesday demonstrated strong support for local school and municipal funding proposals, while Grand Haven City Council saw the defeat of an incumbent by two political newcomers. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/voters-back-...

The Ottawa News Network, an independent, nonprofit news outlet, is embarking on a critical fundraising effort to substantially expand its coverage of Ottawa County in its second year of operation. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/ottawa-news-...

After years of planning and construction, the highly anticipated Holland Ice Park is set to officially open its doors to the public next month, offering a new focal point for winter recreation in the heart of downtown Holland. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/holland-ice-...

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See what school districts have planned in November. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/school-calen...

Those facing hunger in Ottawa County have some resources to fall back on during the uncertainty surrounding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, though the outcome remains unclear for local recipients. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/ottawa-count...

Here's all the happenings in November. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/community-ca...

See the obituary notices for November.

Welcome to the Final Score Report, a weekly roundup of High School Football scores from around Ottawa County. It's Week 10 and the district semifinals. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/final-score-...

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The economy across Allegan and Ottawa counties in West Michigan is demonstrating remarkable strength, with the vast majority of employers reporting stable or increasing sales, according to the new 2025 Industry Trends Report. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/report-ottaw...

Internationally acclaimed band Greensky Bluegrass will celebrate its 25th birthday not only with the release of a special anniversary album, but with two “hometown” concerts this weekend at Kalamazoo’s Wings Event Center. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/greensky-blu...

Letters to the Editor: From Jesus to elections, the county and the federal shutdown www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/letters-to-t...

By this time next year, the Coopersville wastewater treatment plant will be decommissioned, rerouting its industrial and municipal waste to a vast, $72 million regional system. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/ottawa-count...

Loutit District Library in Grand Haven is exploring the history of banned books in its fourth annual "Right to Read" event. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/right-to-rea...

Loutit District Library in Grand Haven is exploring the history of banned books in its fourth annual "Right to Read" event. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/right-to-rea...

Welcome to the Final Score Report, a weekly roundup of High School Football scores from around Ottawa County. Here's how Week 9 played out. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/final-score-...

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Ottawa County’s former board chair Joe Moss issued a stark warning last winter to commissioners: Settle a staff privacy complaint immediately or face a civil lawsuit. www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/recordings-m...

Under new management by The Penny Loafer, the building at 61 Sheldon Blvd. SE in downtown Grand Rapids, officially reopened on Aug. 5 and aims to become “a vibrant community hub.” www.ottawanewsnetwork.org/historic-gra...