Category Archives: Local News
Lorenz Back in Tourism Advocacy Harness as WMTA Chief
GRAND RAPIDS, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 13, 2025) - Dave Lorenz couldn't stay retired for long. After spending more than two decades as vice president and travel director with the Pure Michigan branch of t...
1h ago West Michigan Tourist Association Executive Director Dave Lorenz (photo courtesy West Michigan Tourist Association)
Suspect in May Wild Police Chase Remains Jailed; Sheriff Talks About Vehicle Replacement
GEORGETOWN TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 12, 2026) - A 26-year-old Traverse City man's stay in the Ottawa County Jail continues. A preliminary hearing for Connor Mitchell on Wednesday was adjourned for a...
20h ago Ottawa County Sheriff's Cruiser. Courtesy Ottawa County Sheriff's Office
GVSU Monthly Economic Survey Still Positive, but Warning Signs are Seen
KALAMAZOO, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 12, 2026) - The West Michigan economy is still growing, but for how long? This week, the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University released its month...
20h ago Dr. Brian Long, director of Supply Management Research at Grand Valley State University (photo courtesy Grand Valley State University)
Bike Bash Returns on Saturday
PARK TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 12, 2026) - It won't be until later this summer before the Holland Bike Park becomes a reality, but cycling enthusiasts of all ages can have a fun time on the two wheel...
21h ago Bike Bash (image courtesy Velo Kids Inc.)
Weather Could Affect Slated Fun Activities for Downtown Holland, Zeeland
UNDATED (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 11, 2026) - The weather could put a damper on planned summer activities along the Lakeshore on Thursday evening. It's the kickoff of the Street Performer Series in downtown H...
Jun 11, 2026 Image from the 2021 Zeeland Chalk Fest at Woonerf in Zeeland, MI on Aug. 6, 2021. (photo Gary Stevens, Midwest Communications)
Signals Down After Crash Near Zeeland
ZEELAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 11, 2026) - Motorists at a busy junction near Zeeland's eastern city limits should expect a slow commute, thanks to a late Wednesday night single-vehicle crash. According...
Jun 11, 2026 Crash under investigation (Midwest Communications, Inc. image)
Laketown Board Sets Aside Legal Fees in Composting Operation Issue
YouTube video of Jun. 10, 2026 Laketown Township Board of Trustees meeting courtesy Laketown Township, Michigan LAKETOWN TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 11, 2026) - A Lakeshore community has taken steps to...
Jun 11, 2026
Museum, Arts Council Collaborate on New Exhibit
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 10, 2026) - It's as much of a Dutch tradition as the tulip, the windmill, the wooden shoes, and the costumed dancers of Tulip Time. Opening on Friday at the Holland Museu...
Jun 10, 2026 Blue & White Invitational 2026 (image courtesy Holland Museum)
Zeeland Fire Trucks Adorn Logos of City's Two High Schools
ZEELAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 10, 2026) - A community split on two high school athletic programs has found a way to celebrate both without offending either one. Last week, the city of Zeeland unveiled...
Jun 10, 2026 The Zeeland East/Zeeland West logos on a Zeeland Fire Truck (image courtesy Zeeland Public Schools)
Wounded Hudsonville High Grad Sentenced on Federal Weapons Charge
GRAND RAPIDS, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 10, 2026) - A 19-year-old Hudsonville man will spend the next year-plus in a federal prison. Ethan Carter was sentenced on Tuesday at US District Court in Grand Rapi...
Jun 10, 2026 PRSA-NY / CC
