Category Archives: Local News
Holland Man Sentenced in West Olive Holdup
GRAND HAVEN, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 16, 2026) - A 21-year-old Holland man could be in his 50's before he is a free man again. On Monday, 20th Circuit Court Judge Jon Hulsing sentenced Jose Rosales-Torre...
Jun 16, 2026 Jose Rosales-Torres (photo courtesy Ottawa Co. Sheriff's Office)
UPDATE: Identities, Details Disclosed in Weekend Drowning
PORT SHELDON TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 16, 2026) - We are learning more about a tragic incident in the waters of Lake Michigan between Holland and Grand Haven over the weekend. On Monday, the Ottawa ...
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Dreyer to Attempt Swimming with Cannonballs in Charity Effort
WHITEHALL, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 16, 2026) - Jim Dreyer is going back into the water. The ultra-marathon swimmer from Spring Lake announced on Monday a planned 22-mile effort from offshore in Lake Mich...
Jun 16, 2026 Swimmer, Jim “The Shark” Dreyer, holds one of 250 cannonballs he will tow to commemorate America’s 250th birthday. Photo: Event Marketing Enterprises
Zeeland City Council to Consider Body Cam System Switch Tonight
ZEELAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 15, 2026) - The Zeeland City Council has a decision to make on Monday night. During its biweekly business meeting, the governing panel will be asked to approve a five-yea...
Jun 15, 2026 Oleksandr_UA / Depositphotos.com
Two Men Drown in Lake Michigan Waters on Saturday
PORT SHELDON TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Jun. 13, 2026) - What looked to be a pleasant Saturday afternoon in the waters of Lake Michigan between Holland and Grand Haven turned tragic for two men in their 20...
Jun 13, 2026 Drowning reported (Shutterstock image licensed to Midwest Communications)
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...
Jun 13, 2026 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...
Jun 12, 2026 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...
Jun 12, 2026 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...
Jun 12, 2026 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)
