Category Archives: Local News
Another Road Closure to Snarl Tulip Time Traffic Begins
HOLLAND TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 4, 2026) - For the second time in three years, a major construction project should snarl traffic heading into or out of Holland during the Tulip Time Festival. Beginn...
May 4, 2026 A map of the Lakewood Blvd. road blockage from May-November 2026. (image courtesy Ottawa County, Michigan)
Tulip Time Continues With Day 4 Activities
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 4, 2026) - Monday is day four of the 97th Tulip Time Festival, Holland's annual signature event. Among the spotlighted events: A dawn Photo Walk ahead of the Tulip Immersi...
May 4, 2026 The Tulip Immersion Garden at Beechwood Church (file photo Brent Alan-Midwest Communications)
Zeeland City Council Slated to Vote on $81 Million-Plus FY 27 Municipal Budget Tonight
ZEELAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 4, 2026) - Getting the financial compass set for the next 14 months headlines Monday night's Zeeland City Council meeting. A public hearing is slated ahead of a final vote...
May 4, 2026 Zeeland City Hall file photo
Saugatuck Leaders to Consider Change in Scheduled Water Main Work During a Special Monday Meeting
SAUGATUCK, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 3, 2026) - There may be an "upcoming water service interruption" in downtown Saugatuck this week...with the emphasis on "may be." On Friday, the city reminded residents ...
May 3, 2026 Saugatuck city sign. File photo
Biker Killed in Overnight Crash Near Nunica
CROCKERY TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 3, 2026) - A 35-year-old motorcyclist from Spring Lake lost his life when his machine crashed into a pickup near Nunica early on Sunday morning. No names were disclo...
May 3, 2026 Fatal Crash reported. (image © Midwest Communications)
Tulip Time Festival Continues with Day 3 Activities
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 3, 2026) - Sunday is day three of the 97th Tulip Time Festival, Holland's annual signature event. Among the spotlighted events: Holland Highlights and Tulip Time VIP Tours...
May 3, 2026 May 4, 2023; Holland, MI, USA; Ferris Wheel on Tulip Time Carnival site. Mandatory Credit: Gary Stevens-Midwest Communications
No Injuries Reported in Fiery Friday Night Crash Near Hudsonville
GEORGETOWN TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 2, 2026) - No names or injuries were reported following a fiery two-vehicle crash between Hudsonville and Jenison on Friday night. First responders were dispatched...
May 2, 2026
Tulip Time Festival Continues with Day 2 Activities
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 2, 2026) - It's day two of the 97th Tulip Time Festival, Holland's annual signature event. Among the spotlighted events: Holland Highlights and Tulip Time VIP Tours, as we...
May 2, 2026 May 12, 2022; Holland, MI, USA; Dutch Dancers perform in the background of white tulips on West 8th Street ahead of the 2022 Tulip Time Festival Kinderparade. Mandatory Credit: Gary Stevens-Midwest Communications.
Holland Man Killed in Garage Fire
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 1, 2026) - A Holland man, initially described only in his late 60's, lost his life in a fire around dawn on Friday. According to Holland Department of Public Safety Fire O...
May 1, 2026
Airport to Offer Fly-In Feature for Tulip Time on Saturday
HOLLAND, MI (WHTC-AM/FM, May 1, 2026) - Not everyone coming to Holland's annual signature event are driving to the Tulip City or catching a coach bus. On Saturday, West Michigan Regional Airport holds...
May 1, 2026 (image courtesy West Michigan Regional Airport Authority)
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