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No Rush: A Morning at Kin Coffee

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Eric McKee

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The most recent stories from the West Michigan lakeshore towns.
We Can't Let Howard Miller Die
They gave up just before it came back. As America rediscovers heirloom craft, one of its great clockmakers closes shop. But is it too soon to quit?
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Eric McKee
GVSU hasn’t been the same since they took down the wrecking ball.
I still think about that wrecking ball. Not the Miley Cyrus one, though that’s part of the story. I’m talking about the real one — the full-sized steel wrecking ball that used to swing proudly at the center of Grand Valley State University’s Allendale campus. It hung like a monument to freedom. Or foolishness. Or both. And it was perfect.
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Eric McKee
The Hooligans Flight Team—Saluting the Military from a Thousand Feet Up
Find out what the Hooligans do, why they do it and what it takes to be part of the team.
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Krista Yetzke⁩
A New Home for Heroes: Ottawa County Breaks Ground on First-Ever Veterans Services Facility
After years of planning, negotiation, and advocacy, veterans in one of Michigan’s fastest-growing counties finally have a place to call their own.
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Eric McKee

Humor

Let’s enjoy the silly moments and find joy in quirky traditions.
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Ally Slowik
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Thriving

Vitality / Roots / Reveal
Yeah, You're Gonna Want to Take the Back Way to the New Culver's
I’m sure we are all ecstatic about the brand new Culver’s in town—planted right on the already busy corner of 16th Street and Hoover Boulevard near US 31—and while the butter burgers and custard are irresistible as ever, so is the traffic… just not in a good way.
By
Sierra Ozolins
Last Chance for Fresh Blueberries This Season!
Blueberry season is still in full bloom for a couple of weeks in West Michigan, and local farmers are encouraging the community to support American made. This blueberry farm has so much to offer and will not disappoint on fulfilling your limitless blueberry needs.
By
Anne Vruggink
No Rush: A Morning at Kin Coffee
I wandered into Kin Coffee for the first time and found not just a café, but a gentle kind of beautiful.
By
Eric McKee
Family Friendly Events—August
Even while the summer months are dwindling, there is still so much happening. It’s time to soak up the last few days of sun before the kiddos head back to school. Take a look at these must-attend events for the month of August.
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Sierra Ozolins
There is a charm and calm to life in West Michigan. Leisurely bike rides, walks along the lakeshore, and lively COMMUNITY all carry a certain warmth. This unique blend of natural beauty and small-town serenity.
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It’s in these fresh perspectives and hidden corners that inspiration takes root and possibility unfolds. The forfront.
Yeah, You're Gonna Want to Take the Back Way to the New Culver's
I’m sure we are all ecstatic about the brand new Culver’s in town—planted right on the already busy corner of 16th Street and Hoover Boulevard near US 31—and while the butter burgers and custard are irresistible as ever, so is the traffic… just not in a good way.
By
Sierra Ozolins
Last Chance for Fresh Blueberries This Season!
Blueberry season is still in full bloom for a couple of weeks in West Michigan, and local farmers are encouraging the community to support American made. This blueberry farm has so much to offer and will not disappoint on fulfilling your limitless blueberry needs.
By
Anne Vruggink
No Rush: A Morning at Kin Coffee
I wandered into Kin Coffee for the first time and found not just a café, but a gentle kind of beautiful.
By
Eric McKee
Family Friendly Events—August
Even while the summer months are dwindling, there is still so much happening. It’s time to soak up the last few days of sun before the kiddos head back to school. Take a look at these must-attend events for the month of August.
By
Sierra Ozolins
Is District 4 Candidate Sean McCann Coming for Your Guns?
Michigan Senator Sean McCann is the latest Democrat to join the 2026 effort to unseat Republican Bill Huizenga. It’s a gunfight at the O.K. Corral where one cowboy might be a little too caught up in regulating what’s in everybody’s holster.
By
Krista Yetzke⁩
Dog Days in Holland
From pup cups on the patio to off-the-leash beach strolls, the lakeshore is proving itself to be a paradise for dogs and their humans alike. Whether you’re sniffing out the best dog-friendly coffee shops or planning a beach day with your furry companion, here is your guide to making the most of the dog days—Holland style.
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Sierra Ozolins
Luxe43 Coming to Downtown Holland
Elevate your luxury experience. A contemporary men’s and women’s collective is under construction.
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The Hollander
The Lost Art of Porch Sitting
There was a time—not too long ago—when a front porch wasn’t just a structural representation of a house’s charm or curb appeal. It was a social anchor. A place of openness, of connection, of being in the neighborhood rather than merely residing next to others. It offered a moment of stillness where nothing in particular happened—on purpose.
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Sierra Ozolins
GVSU Students Get Involved in Planning Allendale’s Potential Future Downtown
Allendale Township has begun conversation about a potential future downtown development—with community input and involvement in planning being among the next steps. This pass-through community may become a town where people want to spend more time.
By
Anne Vruggink
Competing at the Ottawa County Fair
With thirteen years of 4-H experience showing sheep, goats, cats, and rabbits, our high school citizen journalist, Audrey Mitchell, shares what it takes to prepare for the county fair.
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Audrey Mitchell
EVENTS /

Charity Run 2023

August 20, 2023
City Sports Complex

Food Fair 2023

December 10, 2023
Community Center

Music Festival 2023

November 5, 2023
City Park

Art Exhibition 2023

October 1, 2023
City Art Gallery

Tech Conference 2023

September 15, 2023
Convention Center, Downtown

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Mission

The Hollander stands as the greatest public infrastructure endeavor of our era—its legacy will echo through generations yet to come.
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Authentic and Timeless, The Hollander will reflect what is good and beautiful, casting light into darkness. It will inspire and encourage, serving as a quiet reminder to build with purpose—and to place faith and family at the heart of our community.