Category Archives: Local News
UPDATE: Search and rescue underway near Allegan dam
UPDATE: The diver's body was recovered at about 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, 2021. HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- Emergency responders from Allegan County and several communities are on the scene of a search-an...
Jul 07, 2021 Allegan County Sheriff's Department Marine Unit boat (image courtesy Allegan County Sheriff's Dept.)
Yellow flag conditions, storm predictions
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- Holland State Park officials have put a yellow flag on the beach, alerting swimmers to be cautious in Lake Michgian and "keep an eye out for changing conditions as well as pop-...
Jul 07, 2021 NWS logo. National Weather Service
Marlena's Bistro owner suggests reopening near
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- Marlena Pavlos Hackney still hopes to reopen her restaurant at 909 Lincoln Ave. in Holland, according to recent statements she's posted on her restaurant's Facebook page. In on...
Jul 07, 2021 Marlena's Bistro and Pizzeria. Peg McNichol/MWC Radio
Saugatuck Council Holding Special Meeting Today
SAUGATUCK, MI (WHTC-AM/FM) - The Saugatuck City Council has a loose end to take care of and addresses some new issues during a special meeting this afternoon (July 7, 2021). During a 4 PM session, cou...
Jul 07, 2021 Saugatuck city sign. File photo
Comment Period Continuing for Proposed Holland Coast Guard Station Closing
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM) - The Coast Guard Station in Holland is going away. Last month, the Coast Guard office in Washington issued a "request for comments" on the planned consolidation of "redundant...
Jul 07, 2021 June 30, 2021; Holland MI, USA; The waters of Lake Macatawa, as seen from the Heinz Boardwalk on its south shore. Mandatory Credit: Gary Stevens-Midwest Communications
Upton: Problem Solvers Sign Off on Senate Infrastructure Plan
WASHINGTON (WHTC-AM/FM) - A hurdle has apparently been cleared in the effort to pass an infrastructure agreement in Washington. According to Congressman Fred Upton, the Problem Solvers Caucus, of whic...
Jul 06, 2021 FILE PHOTO: US House Rep. Fred Upton (R-St. Joseph) answers a question during an appearance at the studios of WHTC Radio in Holland, MI. Gary Stevens,/Midwest Communications
New Life for Zeeland's Sligh Building Considered Tonight
ZEELAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM) - A long-time building in Zeeland could get new life soon. During Tuesday (July 6, 2021) night's bi-weekly business meeting, the Zeeland City Council will hold a mandatory pub...
Jul 06, 2021 Zeeland City Hall file photo
Woman found dead after Holland Twp. camper fire
HOLLAND, MI (WKZO AM/FM) - A woman is dead after a Holland Township camper fire. The Ottawa County Sheriff's Sheriff's Capt. Jake Sparks indicated deputies were called to the fire, at Drew's Country C...
Jul 06, 2021
Beach hazards in effect today
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- National Weather Service meteorologists in Grand Rapids have issues a beach-hazards statement, in effect today, Monday, July 5, 2021, through this evening. Beachgoers can expec...
Jul 05, 2021 Swim safety sign at Holland State Park as the red flags fly, warning people to stay out of Lake Michigan. Peg McNichol/MWC Radio
Shots fired in Georgetown Twp.
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- Ottawa County Sheriff's detectives are investigating a brawl ended in gunfire at 4225 S. University Drive in Georgetown Township, just south of Grand Valley State University's ...
Jul 04, 2021
