Category Archives: Local News
When and How to Handle Fireworks Addressed as July 4th Approaches
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jul 3, 2026) - It's a tradition almost as old as this country itself - fireworks and the Fourth of July. With this being the nation's 250th birthday holiday, more people may b...
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Conklin Man Perishes in Muskegon Co. Crash
CEDAR CREEK TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jul. 3, 2026) - A 22-year-old Conklin man lost his life in a single-vehicle crash near Twin Lake during the overnight hours on Thursday morning. According to the Musk...
2h ago Fatal Crash reported. (image © Midwest Communications)
Patriotism Down as July 4th Nears
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jul. 3, 2026) - American pride is hitting a 25-year low as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary. According to a new Gallup survey, 33 percent of US adults say they are ...
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Laketown Twp. Board Sets Up Guidelines for Parks Commission Vacancy
YouTube video of Jul. 1, 2026 Laketown Twp. Board of Trustees Workshop courtesy Laketown Township, Michigan. LAKETOWN TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jul. 2, 2026) - "It's harder to get appointed than elected."...
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Speed Enforcement Highlighted in Holiday, Month-Long Police Road Patrols
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jul. 2, 2026) - "Gee, the traffic is terrific" may be a line in the Christmas song "Home for the Holidays," but it could also pertain to this coming Independence Day festive p...
23h ago Ottawa Co. Sheriff's Dept. Vehicle (image courtesy Ottawa County Sheriff's Dept.)
UPDATE: Holland City Council Approves Brownfield Termination, UDO Amendments
YouTube video of Jul. 1, 2026 Holland City Council meeting courtesy City of Holland, Michigan HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jul. 2, 2026) - There were a few matters which the Holland City Council addressed...
Jul 02, 2026
Owens to Step Down at Lakeshore Advantage
KALAMAZOO, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jul. 1, 2026) - Jennifer Owens is going back to Kalamazoo. On Tuesday, Southwest Michigan First announced that she has accepted the position of its Chief Executive Officer, ...
Jul 01, 2026 Jennifer Owens (photo courtesy Lakeshore Advantage)
"Heat Dome" Remains Along Lakeshore as New Month Begins
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jul. 1, 2026) - A new month begins on Wednesday, but the grip of the heat dome on the Lakeshore, across the state, and much of the country from the end of the old month contin...
Jul 01, 2026 Olivier26 / Depositphotos.com
Two Teens Apprehended Following Vehicle Theft, Police Chase Near Crockery Lake
CHESTER TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jul. 1, 2026) - Two teenagers were arrested on Tuesday afternoon after stealing a vehicle and leading police on a chase in northeast Ottawa County. It started with a repo...
Jul 01, 2026 Jobs For Felons Hub / CC
Lakeshore, Region Under Heat Warning
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 30, 2026) - It only took nine days on the calendar before the feel of the proverbial dog days of summer arrived along the Lakeshore. The National Weather Service office i...
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