

Community Players Set for 8th One Act Festival
The Cedar Springs Community Players are inviting the community to an evening of mystery, intrigue and live performances at the Kent Theatre for their 8th Annual One Act Festival. This year’s festival brings six short plays to the stage in a single night, each offering its own twist on detectives, murders, revenge and unexpected endings. The lineup includes Where There’s a Will by Scott Phillips and Bob Trozak; Stella Flowers by Lina S. Gunther; Making the Cut by Howard Zucker
Nancy Noreen
21 hours ago2 min read


Spring Is Springin' At The Nelson Township Library
The librarians at the Nelson Township Branch of Kent District Library in Sand Lake are ready to spring into a new season with all of you! We’re hosting fun programs aplenty, but we’re always happy to help you with finding books, movies, or video games to borrow! Young children and their caregivers are invited to join us on Tuesdays and Fridays at 10:30 AM for Storytime and Rhyme Time respectively. Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills
Bethany Metivier
22 hours ago1 min read


Business Spotlight: Classic Kelly's Restaurant
Since 1951, the building at 356 N. Main St. NE has been serving hot coffee and hearty meals to the Cedar Springs community. Over the years, Classic Kelly’s has had several owners, three name changes and a few expansions. What hasn’t changed is its role as a gathering place for neighbors. Heather Misner, a Cedar Springs native and 1996 graduate of Cedar Springs High School, officially took over on April 3, 2023. After working at the restaurant for 13 years, the restaurant went

Jake Watson
1 day ago2 min read


Algoma Township Takes Proactive Approach To Data Centers
ALGOMA TOWNSHIP - The Algoma Township Planning Commission on Wednesday night held a meeting that included public comment on a proposed text amendment regarding data centers and digital mining.

Jake Watson
4 days ago2 min read


It Takes a Village, But Who's Showing Up?
On most days in downtown Cedar Springs, Perry Hopkins blends easily into the routine. He's in his shop, answering questions, helping customers and keeping things moving.

Jake Watson
Feb 133 min read


Five Teens Facing Charges After Park Vandalism
CEDAR SPRINGS - The Kent County Sheriff's Office has identified five teenagers responsible for vandalizing the restrooms at The Heart of Cedar Park earlier this week, and each will be facing criminal charges.

Jake Watson
Feb 122 min read
























































































































