THURSDAY, August 5
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NEW YORK — Citing allegations of "possible improper behavior," the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops earlier this month announced the resignation of its top administrative official, Monsignor Jeffrey Burrill, ahead of a media report that probed his private romantic life.
MONDAY, August 2
Fifteen boats took part in Saturday's Coast Guard Festival Cardboard Boat Race on Saturday at Lynne Sherwood Waterfront Stadium.
SPRING LAKE TWP. — As a longtime Christian, John Stern is very familiar with the story of Jesus feeding thousands with just a few fish and loaves of bread.
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A popular strip club that once beckoned customers off a busy highway leading into Anchorage is now a church offering salvation – instead of temptation – thanks to a daughter of a former exotic dancer.
Lines of orange fencing have been erected at Grand Haven State Park over the past few days.
SUNDAY, August 1
SATURDAY, July 31
The Loutit District Library was a recipient of the Greater Ottawa County United Way’s Pinnacle of Partnership Award.
The 17 letters that spell out “Coast Guard City, USA” were hauled up Dewey Hill on Wednesday morning and readied to perform light shows in conjunction with the Grand Haven Musical Fountain and Coast Guard Festival fireworks show.
The annual Chamber Celebration looked much different this year, but the theme of the evening was very familiar – celebrating those who give back to their community.
FRIDAY, July 30
We have many expressions intended to compliment or encourage another person. Phrases like “Good job!” or “Way to go!” come to mind. Or even one-word expressions like “Super!” or “Fantastic!” From the younger generation I’ve heard words like, “You are really rockin’ it!”
CROCKERY TWP. — Dave MacKenzie said that the design on the Live Wall display at the entrance to his Crockery Township business is usually changed on a whim.
State lawmakers became anglers Monday morning, casting lines into calm, quiet, deep-blue Lake Michigan waters – which made for rather leisurely fishing and conversation.
THURSDAY, July 29
WEDNESDAY, July 28
MONDAY, July 26
MERRILL, Wis. — As America’s pandemic recovery efforts progress and more organizations open their doors, safety remains paramount for houses of worship and their members.
NORTON SHORES — Grammy Award-winning artist David Phelps will perform at the Maranatha Bible & Missionary Conference, 4759 Lake Harbor Road in Norton Shores, on Saturday, July 31.
HOLLAND — A pilot program by Hope College and Western Theological Seminary to provide a Christian liberal arts education to incarcerated men at the Muskegon Correctional Facility in Muskegon has shown such initial success that the college is now pursuing accreditation for a full Bachelor of …
Those needing services from Love in Action are once again able to meet with an on-site advisor, as of July 1.
A grant from the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area will allow the Momentum Center for Social Engagement to expand its services to the south.
The Lighthouse Quilt Guild will continue its tradition of hosting a show in association with the annual Coast Guard Festival, but with a twist this year.
SUNDAY, July 25
“Sailing is the most fun you can have at 6 miles an hour,” Denny Dryer said.
SATURDAY, July 24
The Greater Ottawa County United Way is putting on its annual Stuff the Bus drive through Aug. 4 to provide kids in need with backpacks and school supplies.
FRIDAY, July 23
LOS ANGELES — When Evan Mobley declared for the NBA draft in April, he didn’t go the traditional route. Mobley eschewed a news release or Players’ Tribune post, instead making his announcement by releasing an NFT.
GRAND RAPIDS — For each of the past seven years, the Lake Michigan Credit Union community bands together to raise money for kids’ care.
THURSDAY, July 22
TUESDAY, July 20
This past weekend’s Rock the Coast powerboat rally was a hit for participants, and for a local nonprofit organization.
MONDAY, July 19
The extent to which the number of white evangelicals have declined in the United States has been laid bare in a new report by the Public Religion Research Institute’s 2020 Census on American Religion.
The Village of Spring Lake’s Social District opened Friday, allowing customers to consume alcoholic beverages while strolling around a specified downtown area.
In his farewell address at the 2021 Southern Baptist Convention, outgoing president J.D. Greear acknowledged the internal disputes but assured attendees that the Baptist faith continues to affirm “those doctrines most contested in our culture,” such as “the authority, and the inerrancy, and …
On the night before he faced his brutal execution at the hands of the Roman Empire, Jesus of Nazareth gathered his followers together for a meal. It was at that meal, commonly known as the Last Supper, that Jesus gave himself to those followers in the simple gifts of bread and wine.
Most suicides do not take place at the winter holidays, like most people think, but happen toward the end of July and in August. At this time of year, being aware of how the people we love are feeling is even more important than usual.
After not being able to gather in one place for more than a year without restrictions and shutdowns, the Village at Rosy Mound senior living community celebrated the COVID-19 restrictions being lifted Friday.
Mark Reenders has had a passion for restoring cars since he was a kid – a passion he picked up working alongside his grandpa, Arthur Reenders.
SUNDAY, July 18
More than 100 boats are expected to take part in this weekend’s Rock the Coast powerboat gathering in Grand Haven.
SATURDAY, July 17
FRIDAY, July 16
Q: I want to encourage my children to be more active now that it’s warm out. What are some ways to do that?
The other day I read an article that came in the mail about a family that had moved to Grand Haven. I was immediately drawn in to read it when I saw the title: “Blessed Beyond Measure.”
A group of eight Spring Lake Middle School boys are dispelling the stereotypes sometimes associated with dirt bikers.
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