DTE, Consumers File Suit Against Prop 2
Michigan’s two largest utilities filed a federal lawsuit Thursday seeking to block a voter-approved ban on their political donations, arguing that it violates the First Amendment. DTE Energy, Consumers Energy and their parent companies are challenging the utility-related provisions of Proposal 2 before they take effect. The measure passed with about 81% of the vote, according to unofficial results. The lawsuit argues that the ban unfairly singles out utilities while leaving l
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Sand Lake Man Charged in Woman’s Death, Denied Bond
A 44-year-old Sand Lake man accused of killing a Greenville woman was denied bond Thursday during his arraignment in Montcalm County’s 64B District Court. Matthew Duane Jackson faces charges of open murder and carrying a dangerous weapon with unlawful intent in connection with the death of Holly Kay Luna, 28. The charges carry maximum penalties of life imprisonment and five years in prison, respectively. Jackson appeared remotely from the Kent County Jail before Montcalm Coun
Michael Walker
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Local Elections Bring New Faces to City Council, School Board
CEDAR SPRINGS — Voters ushered in new faces on the Cedar Springs Board of Education and City Council, while election results in Sand Lake and Sparta also brought changes in local leadership. Heidi Armock, Richard Bell, April Patin and Jenna Hess won seats on the Cedar Springs school board. Patin will retain her seat, while Armock, Bell and Hess will join as newcomers. Longtime board member and incumbent Mistie Bowser fell short of the votes needed to retain her position. Bren
Jake Watson
1 day ago2 min read
Woman Found Dead Following Traffic Stop in Nelson Township
NELSON TOWNSHIP — A 28-year-old woman was pronounced dead and a seriously injured 44-year-old man was flown to a hospital after Kent County sheriff’s deputies stopped a pickup truck during a suspicious-person investigation. The Kent County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the woman’s death as suspicious. Investigators do not believe there are any outstanding suspects or an ongoing threat to the community. Deputies were dispatched at approximately 10:52 a.m. to a residence ne
Jake Watson
3 days ago2 min read
Cedar Springs Area Parks and Recreation Celebrates 40Years of Serving the Community
CEDAR SPRINGS — Cedar Springs Area Parks and Recreation (CSAPR) is celebrating 40 years of providing recreation and community enrichment opportunities for residents throughout Cedar Springs and northern Kent County. Established in 1986, the organization brings together schools, local governments, instructors, businesses, and volunteers to offer programs for people of all ages, interests, and abilities. CSAPR’s partnership includes Cedar Springs Public Schools, the City of Ced
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Oct 282 min read
Kent ISD Moves Forward with Nature Center Demolition Despite Local Objections
Kent Intermediate School District is moving forward with plans to transfer Howard Christensen Nature Center to the Land Conservancy of West Michigan and demolish its buildings, amid scrutiny from former representatives of Lily’s Frog Pad, Tyrone Township officials and members of the public. In an Oct. 20 website update, Kent ISD said declining school use and ongoing costs led to its decision to transfer the property to the conservancy. The district also confirmed that its boa
Jake Watson
Oct 263 min read
