Category Archives: Local News
Holland planning commissioners meet today
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- The City of Holland's planning commissioners are set to meet for a study session at 4 p.m. today, followed by a business meeting at 5 p.m., July 13, 2021, at Holland City Hall,...
Jul 13, 2021 Holland City Hall (file photo Ralph Gutierrez for Midwest Communications)
Muskegon woman hurt in rollover crash
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- A 22-year-old Muskegon woman suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries in an I-96 crash Monday night, according to Ottawa County Sheriff's Sgt. Michael Hallmeyer. Depu...
Jul 13, 2021 Injury Crash Reported (image © Midwest Communications, Inc.)
Two Newcomers on Hope College Board
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM) - Two new members are on board for the Hope College Board of Trustees. Effective on July 1, 2021, these newcomers will serve for three-years on the panel that oversees the Hol...
Jul 12, 2021 The symbolic anchor on the Hope College campus in Holland, MI (file photo Ralph Gutierrez for Midwest Communications)
"Stuff the Bus" Effort Coming Up
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM) - It's time soon to "Stuff the Bus." The annual campaign to collect backpacks and school supplies for students from families in need in Ottawa County kicks off next Monday, Ju...
Jul 12, 2021 Greater Ottawa County United Way Stuff the Bus initiative (image courtesy Greater Ottawa County United Way)
Arts grants available
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- Holland Area Arts Council's regional Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) regranting program is open to applications. This is an opportunity for artists in th...
Jul 12, 2021 Holland Area Arts Council (image courtesy Holland Area Arts Council)
Diver who died in Kalamazoo River identified
HOLLAND (WTHC-AM/FM) -- The diver who died in the Kalamazoo River on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, has been identified as Howell native Brian Anthony Trahey, 49. He worked for Great Lakes Engineering Group...
Jul 12, 2021 ConstructionDealMkting / CC
Group seeks the tallest trees in Michigan
ANN ARBOR MI (WKZO AM/FM) - A non-profit organization is looking for a few good trees in Michigan, with one requirement...they have to be tall. ReLeaf Michigan is once again hosting its Michigan Big T...
Jul 11, 2021
Warren man dies in Lee Twp. crash
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- Allegan County Sheriff's detectives are investigating the death of Warren resident Jacob Johnson, 26, in a traffic crash at 4:20 on Friday, July 9, 2021. Mr. Johnson died while...
Jul 10, 2021
Good Things on The Lakeshore, July 9, 2021
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- Each week, Shandra Martinez, managing editor of The Lakeshore, talks with WHTC morning-news anchor Peg McNichol about people and organizations making a difference. Listen to th...
Jul 09, 2021 Grand Haven resident Andrea Koop is helping to West Michigan on the map for pickleball. Courtesy, The Lakeshore WM
Update: Shooting in Robinson Twp.
HOLLAND (WHTC-AM/FM) -- Several emergency responders were called to the report of a person shot in the chest near the Spinners party store and gas station, 12837 Lincoln St. in Robinson Township, just...
Jul 09, 2021 Ottawa County Sheriff's cruiser. File photo
