I’ve been thinking about our city motto lately. Stop. I get it. It's a weird thing to think about. Most of you probably don't sit on your porch, watching cars drive down Muskegon Street, pondering the philosophical meaning of our city's motto. Just humor me and read the rest of this. If you haven't seen it on your water bill recently, the motto states, "Cedar Springs - Cherishing our Heritage. Embracing our Future.” It's a warm sentiment, really. It's like saying, "We know who we are and where we're going!" It sounds good. It's both balanced and responsible. The kind of phrase you read and just nod along to without much debate. And honestly, I don't just like it, I love this motto. But the longer I sit with it, and the more I think on it, the more I realize those two ideas don’t always go together as easily as they look on paper. Do you know what I mean? Because when we say we want progress, sometimes I think what we really mean is movement. We mean we don’t want Cedar Springs to feel stuck. We want to see something happening in the empty spaces. We want to know we’re not getting left behind while everything around us changes. There’s something reassuring about visible growth. It feels like momentum, like we're not just stuck in neutral. Like we’re headed somewhere. And then other times, when we say we want progress, I think what we really mean is protection. We mean we don’t want to wake up one morning, drive down Main Street, and feel like we missed something. Like the town secretly swapped out its identity in the middle of the night while we were all sleeping. We want the landmarks to still be there. The stories to still matter. The things that made us proud to live here to still feel recognizable. These aren’t opposite instincts. But they don’t exactly move in lockstep either. If I’m honest, I can feel both of them in myself, sometimes simultaneously. There are days I drive through town and think, "This is good. Things are happening. Look at these improvements!" And then there are days I catch myself staring a little too long at a change and thinking, "huh… not really sure how I feel about that." It's at this point I turn back to our motto. Actually, this is where the motto gets real. Cherishing our heritage is stable and grounded. Embracing our future is hopeful and forward‑leaning. Put them next to each other and it reads like a feel-good statement. This isn't to diminish the true intent behind it, but after feeling like both "wow this is great" and "oh no, that's not who we are," I turn back to the idea and wonder how it can be accomplished. Actually trying to live them out at the same time? Some days it feels nearly impossible. Because cherishing asks us to slow down and remember. To value what came before us, and to admit that not everything old needs replacing just because it’s old. It asks us to weigh progress against the best and worst of what has been before. Embracing asks us to lean in. To accept that some change is necessary. To believe that what’s ahead might be good, even if it doesn’t look exactly like what we’re used to. Embracing asks us to weigh hesitation against opportunity. Wait a minute...are we getting somewhere with this? When a new project comes up, or a building comes down, or something new goes up, we tend to sort ourselves pretty quickly. For progress. Against progress. But I wonder if most of us are actually trying to do the same thing, just starting from different halves of that sentence. Some of us hold tightly to the heritage piece because we know how hard it is to get something back once it’s gone. We know that history was made, that what was old is why we are where we are. It's what refined us and shaped us. Others lean into the future because we know how easy it is for a town to stall out if it refuses to adapt. We're tired of feeling as though we're "behind the times" in terms of what we have to offer ourselves. "We need a car wash...but a good one!" "We need a Wal Mart to compete with Meijer!" These are two ideas I've actually read in the comments. Neither instinct is careless. Neither one of these is automatically right all the time either. From where I sit, I don’t see the tension as proof that we’re at odds beyond repair. I see it as what naturally happens when people care deeply about the same place but picture its future a little differently. Progress here probably isn’t going to come from deciding once and for all which half of the motto matters more. It’s going to come from the slower, sometimes frustrating work of recalibrating. Of asking, again and again, whether we’re protecting what truly defines us or just resisting change out of habit, and whether we’re chasing something new because it’s genuinely needed or simply because it feels like movement. Or even just for more tax revenue. Holding onto heritage while stepping into the future isn’t a problem we’ll solve and check off a list. It’s something we’re going to keep navigating project by project, vote by vote, conversation by conversation, and long after the current debates fade and new ones take their place. And maybe that ongoing negotiation isn’t a weakness at all. Maybe it’s just the reality of trying to live out a motto that sounds simple, but was never meant to be easy.

CEDAR SPRINGS — You may have seen them around town, standing along Main or Muskegon Streets with handmade signs or gathered in local parks with a small but noticeable presence. For the past 21 weeks, a local coalition has been holding regular protests in Cedar Springs, calling attention to what members describe as a consolidation of power by economic and political elites.

SOLON TOWNSHIP — The air inside Frost Creek Church was warm and stuffy Wednesday night, and so was the mood as the ongoing discussion surrounding data centers continued. Nearly 400 residents packed the sanctuary June 24 for a public hearing on Draft Five of Solon Township’s proposed data center zoning ordinance. Every seat was filled and dozens of others lined the wall, fanning themselves with agendas. The line for public comment stretched long as neighbors waited their turn to address the Planning Commission. Although no formal data center application has been submitted, residents made clear they believe the ordinance under consideration could determine the township’s future. Many argued the current draft is not strong enough to protect Solon Township’s rural character, water resources and long term public health. Concerns ranged from groundwater depletion to electrical grid strain, wastewater discharge, thermal and heat dissipation and noise pollution that is not clearly addressed in the draft language. Several residents asked who would conduct inspections and whether the township has the capacity to oversee a facility of that scale. One recurring question centered on acreage, with some residents highlighting what they viewed as an inconsistency in the township’s approach to large-scale development. They noted that the township previously adopted an ordinance limiting solar fields to 200 acres, reflecting what many described at the time as a cautious or negative stance toward utility-scale solar. In contrast, they said, discussion of a potential 800-acre data center site appeared to carry a far more welcoming tone, some even claiming the ordinance is written in a way so as to invite data centers. Others questioned changes in earlier drafts involving building heights and objected to provisions that would allow the Zoning Board of Appeals to override certain zoning restrictions. “If this thing gets built, we need the most restrictions possible,” one resident said, drawing loud applause. Environmental concerns were at the top of the list for some residents. Doug Shultz, who identified himself as both a township resident and the new board president of the Rogue River Watershed Partners, said Solon Township is blessed with cold water streams that sustain brook and brown trout populations. “I’m concerned a data center would degrade the quality of these streams,” Shultz said. The discussion occasionally grew heated and applause frequently broke out between comments, though one resident and co-owner of Thermal Tec, Linda Blanchard, stated, now is the time for unity rather than anger. "I think it's important that we don't blame, we don't throw anger, we need to focus on solutions," Blanchard said. "We need to stand together, we need to support each other, and we need the anger to stop on all sides," she continued. Dominating most of the night were residents urging the township to extend its current moratorium on data centers, which is set to expire in early August, arguing more time is needed to craft what they called a legally defensible and highly protective ordinance. Speaking to The Bugle after the meeting, Courtland Township Trustee and state representative hopeful Rachel Crowther said lawmakers in Lansing are already discussing potential data center regulations. “We have bills in the house and the senate, and if we can buy some more time, maybe this conversation will get to Lansing and we can actually have something [regulating data centers],” Crowther said. Some residents turned their focus to Township Attorney Ross Leisman and whether he has a conflict of interest due to what residents are calling "investment ties" to The Right Place LLC, the economic development organization that first approached Solon Township about a potential data center site. Residents questioned whether the township can receive impartial legal guidance and ordinance drafting if its attorney has financial connections to the group helping drive the project. Leisman declined to comment on any ties that may be had to The Right Place. When asked after the meeting whether they believe Draft Five is robust enough to protect township residents, Planning Commission members also declined to comment. After nearly three hours of public comment, the Planning Commission voted to table further discussion of the ordinance until its July meeting. As the crowd filtered out, one theme remained clear. Whether or not a formal proposal ever materializes, many Solon Township residents believe the fight over how, or if, data centers fit into their rural community is far from over.

SOLON TWP. — The Kent County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred June 23 in Solon Township. The incident, which at time of publication, is believed to have been an accidental discharge causing injury. Deputies were called to a Grand Rapids-area hospital after receiving a report of a gunshot wound sustained earlier that day. The incident took place in the 3400 block of 18 Mile Road. The shooting itself is believed to have happened earlier that afternoon. According to authorities, the injured individual is in stable condition and is expected to recover. Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. In response to an inquiry from The Bugle, the Kent County Sheriff’s Office issued a firearm safety reminder: “We have seen cases this year where people accidentally discharged firearms and injured themselves. Firearms are never toys. Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded, keep it pointed in a safe direction, keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot, and never handle firearms while drinking or impaired. One careless moment can cause a lifelong injury or tragedy.”

CEDAR SPRINGS — Summer evenings in downtown Cedar Springs once again belong to live music as the Music in the Heart Free Summer Concert Series returns to the Heart of Cedar Springs Park amphitheater. The weather stifled the first concert on June 17, now the 2026 series runs from June 24 through August 19, with concerts held Wednesday nights from 7 to 9 p.m. at the public amphitheater located at 37 N. Main Street NE. All concerts are free and open to all ages. The annual series, which has been running for 5 years now, brings a mix of genres to the stage throughout the summer. This year’s lineup kicks off on June 24th at 7pm with Project 87, an '80s/'90s music group followed by this lineup: July 1 – Sundogs (Americana) July 8 – The Gitchel Family (Bluegrass) July 15 – Selkie (Celtic) July 22 – Klay n the Mud (Rock) July 29 – The Clean Cuts (Psychedelic Rock) August 5 – The Reason (’90s covers) August 12 – The American Heartbreakers (Tribute to Tom Petty) August 19 – Rain Date The Social District will be active during the events. Adults 21 and older may purchase alcoholic beverages from Cedar Springs Brewing Company or The Red Bird Bistro and Grill and bring them into the park, provided they are in vendor-supplied cups. No outside alcohol is permitted. Weekly concessions will be hosted by local community groups, including the Community Building Development Team, Cedar Springs Historical Museum, Friends of the Library and the Cedar Springs Rotary, making the concerts a way to support local causes. These concerts are sponsored by the Cedar Springs Downtown Development Authority, Cedar Springs Brewing Company and Scott’s Music Co. The series continues to serve as a summer staple which draws families, friends and visitors to the heart of downtown for an evening of music, community and connection.

There’s no doubt that Cedar Springs has been feeling like it’s moving faster than any of us are ready for. Yep. I said it. And I bet you recognize it too. And I bet those from 150 years ago even felt the same way when they thought they'd finally settled on the town's size, when suddenly a new building popped up. For a town that has long felt a little like Mayberry, (and if you don’t get that reference you’ll have to Google it), the recent changes in our landscape have kind of hit hard. Watching the Hilltop come down was heavier than I expected it to be. Longtime residents are making their thoughts known about the demolition of that building, and rightfully so. You don’t realize how much a building becomes part of your mental map until it is gone. Suddenly a landmark is gone and you forget where you're standing for a moment. We know growth is part of any healthy community. Still, change fatigue is real. It can make even good developments feel unsettling simply because they're new. Drive over to 130 W. Muskegon St. and you can feel it. The renovated 1929 county building now stands with a sense of permanence. It looks official. Bigger, even. I have caught myself studying it more than once. Truthfully, these buildings only tell part of our story. But, if I’m being honest, the deeper story of Cedar Springs has always lived in our shared identity. For generations, we have been the Red Flannel Town. If you just rolled your eyes, that’s ok. I understand. Even this identity has seen its trials, and because of those trials it may feel worn, or perhaps distant, to some. No, I’m not going to regale you with "the Red Flannel story." But there is one important thing to remember. 1936. It was the height of the Great Depression. Businesses and families alike were struggling financially and emotionally. When Nina Babcock wrote her column and calls came flooding in for our now renowned flannels, businesses benefited, yes, but morale was lifted in a huge way. People gathered and celebrated. They reminded one another that even in difficult years, they weren't alone. Whatever has been said or done over the years, that unified spirit, the one that started it all, did not expire. As the city moves through this stretch of rapid change, and as the economy continues to feel tight for many, this feels like the right time to lean into that heritage in a visible way. And so, I encourage our city council along with the festival board to stand side-by-side and rededicate Cedar Springs as the Red Flannel Town. Hang the Red Flannel plaque that once stood in the old council chambers in the new City Hall. Restore the Red Flannel logos that were removed from our parks. These are simple steps, but they are symbolic ones too. The city doesn't depend on a single weekend to claim its identity. And the festival doesn't depend on logos on every street corner to stand on its own. But Cedar Springs has always been strongest when its institutions and its traditions work side by side. In moments when a town feels like it is stretching in different directions, and when budgets continue to tighten more and more, visible reminders of who we are can steady the ground beneath us. New residents deserve to know the story they are stepping into. Longtime residents deserve to see that story carried forward with intentionality. Like a torch leading the way. Identity can't and doesn’t preserve itself. It requires participation. Cedar Springs will continue to grow and the skyline will continue to change. That’s simply part of any community. It's been going on here for longer than any of us have been alive. We are still the Red Flannel Town. And there is no better time to live like it.

CEDAR SPRINGS — Former Cedar Springs senior Luke Egan will represent the Red Hawks one last time this weekend, earning a spot in the Michigan High School Football Coaches Association (MHSFCA) East vs. West All-Star Game where he'll be patrolling the secondary in his signature role as a defensive back. The annual showcase takes place Saturday, June 20 at 8 p.m. at Lawrence Technological University in Southfield, MI, featuring many of Michigan’s top graduating seniors. Selection to the game is limited and recognizes athletes for their excellence, leadership and dedication to the sport. Egan becomes just the fifth player in Cedar Springs history to be selected for the East–West game. Cedar Springs Varsity Football Coach Gus Kapolka highlighted the significance of the honor in a recent social media post. “We’ve only had 5 guys in the 100+ year history play in this game and Luke is only the 4th player I’ve coached to receive this honor. This is truly special!” Kapolka wrote. Egan’s football résumé stands among the best in recent program history. During his senior season, he set a Cedar Springs varsity record with a 98-yard interception return for a touchdown against Sparta, reinforcing his reputation as one of the top defensive backs to wear a Red Hawks uniform. A well rounded athlete, his achievements on the mat are arguably even more impressive. Egan finished his senior wrestling season a perfect 46-0, capturing the 2026 Division state championship and closing his high school career with a 178-17 record. A four-time All-State athlete, four-time conference champion, three-time district champion and two-time regional champion, Egan had previously finished as state runner-up in 2025 before claiming the long-awaited state title this winter. A four-time team captain, Egan’s leadership matched his production. His persistence through adversity, including a broken hand as a freshman and illness during a postseason run, only added to the legacy he leaves behind. Recognized for his overall athletic excellence, Egan was also named the 2026 Cedar Springs High School Athlete of the Year. Now that he's graduated as one of the most standout Red Hawks in Cedar Springs history, he will attend Grand Valley State University on a wrestling scholarship while pursuing an engineering degree. Before turning the page to college athletics, however, Egan will step onto the field one final time Saturday night to represent the place where it all started in one of Michigan’s premier high school football showcases. For a career defined by consistency, resilience and championship-level performance, the East–West All-Star Game serves as a fitting final chapter in a remarkable Red Hawks career. You can catch the game Saturday night on the "State Champs Michigan" YouTube channel.

CEDAR SPRINGS — The Cedar Springs City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 257 at its Tuesday, June 9 meeting, amending the city’s zoning map within portions of the B2 Business District.

Last week I joked that by mid‑July at least a few parents might start missing the structure of the school calendar. I didn’t expect to prove my own point quite this quickly. Summer has a way of loosening the edges of time, and somewhere between this past Monday and Thursday I seem to have misplaced a few days. In the middle of it, though, (or was it at the end?) there was something worth pausing for. On Saturday morning families gathered for a life jacket giveaway at CTA. This wasn't a big event. It wasn't another Red Flannel Day or even the Sip and Shop Hop that happens every so often downtown. It was simply the sight of families working alongside one another, helping parents fit bright orange and yellow life vests onto kids who were mostly excited to see the firefighters, deputies, EMTs and the trucks and equipment they brought to the event. Events like this take planning, coordination and a willingness from different groups to line up their schedules and share responsibility. I'm sure everybody involved had other things they could have been doing, and yet for a couple hours they were all focused on the same goal: making sure children head into summer a little safer than they would have otherwise. We, or maybe I, use the word “citizen” often around here, and usually without thinking much about it. But watching that parking lot fill up Saturday morning, it occurred to me that citizenship probably isn’t as grand as we, (or, ok maybe just I) sometimes make it. More often it shows up in ordinary decisions. Choosing to lend a hand instead of critique from a distance, choosing to collaborate instead of compete, choosing to give your time without much thought about who gets the credit. Every community goes through seasons when conversations feel heavier than usual. Though that may sound bad, it's often a sign that people care deeply about the same place, even if they don’t always agree on the path forward. Part of that weight, I think, comes when history and governance intersect. Traditions matter here, especially here, and they always have. They shape how people see this place and how we describe it to others with an undertone of pride. At the same time, the responsibility of running a city carries its own realities. There are budgets that don’t always appease everybody, legal frameworks that work for most but not all, and decisions that don’t always fit neatly inside nostalgia. History and governance. Those two things aren’t enemies, but they don’t always align perfectly either. And when they don’t, it’s easy for old frustrations to resurface. Where symbols can start to carry more than their literal meaning. What hangs on a wall can begin to feel like a statement about belonging, about recognition, about who speaks for the town’s identity. It doesn't take a long memory to know that conversations about tradition and direction have felt complicated. Cedar Springs has had moments when long‑standing relationships were tested and when decisions carried more emotion than anyone expected. Those seasons weren’t easy, and they certainly weren’t tidy, but the story didn’t end there. The town endured and people adjusted. Eventually, things found their footing again. And maybe that’s part of what citizenship requires in a small town like ours. Not just enthusiasm when everything feels unified, but selfless collaboration when it doesn’t. A willingness to protect what matters without losing sight of one another in the process. History isn’t erased simply because it isn’t centered in every room, and it isn’t strengthened by turning it into a dividing line either. The strength of a tradition comes from the people who carry it forward, not just from where it’s displayed. By the end of Saturday morning, dozens of families drove away with life jackets in the back seat and kids already talking about the lake or the river or wherever summer will take them. In fact, some families went straight to the lake from the event, as evidenced by the photos they sent. Over time, these are the kinds of individual efforts that shape a place more than we realize. Summer is just beginning. There will be bigger events, bigger conversations, and probably a few louder moments ahead. But if this week reminded me of anything, it’s that communities tend to move forward not so much because everyone agrees on everything, but because enough people decide the place itself is worth the effort. Sometimes it takes the right people making that decision, and sometimes that effort looks as simple as kneeling down to tighten a strap, and wishing a kid a safe summer.

CEDAR SPRINGS — It was a warm, breezy Saturday morning as community members filled the parking lot at the Creative Technologies Academy (CTA) soccer field for the first-ever Swim Safe for Silas event, a gathering rooted in remembrance, awareness and action. Families arrived steadily throughout the morning, many leaving with life-saving resources and with renewed awareness about water safety. More than 100 life jackets were distributed to local families, part of a larger effort that collected approximately 250 jackets this spring. The event was organized by Kaila Palmer in honor of her son, Silas Palmer, the 4-year-old boy who drowned in Long Lake last year. Determined to help prevent other families from experiencing similar loss, Palmer launched a life jacket drive earlier this year. Saturday marked the first major distribution effort. “I think it went phenomenal for how short of time we had to plan,” Palmer said. “I hope and truly believe it will be much bigger next year.” The School Emergency Response Coalition supported the event, providing CPR instruction and educating families about practical steps they can take to prevent drownings. SERC emphasized the importance of supervision, preparedness and stepping in quickly when something goes wrong. Emergency responders also turned the morning into an opportunity for connection. The Cedar Springs Fire Department, Solon Township Fire Department, Rockford Ambulance and the Kent County Sheriff’s Office were present, allowing children and families to explore fire engines, ambulances and patrol vehicles while learning about water and general safety. Palmer expressed deep appreciation for the outpouring of support from the community. “I am overwhelmed with gratitude for every person who supported, donated, volunteered, shared our mission, and helped make this day possible,” she said. What began as a personal mission has already made a tangible impact on dozens of local families. Organizers hope the event will continue to grow in the coming years, reaching even more families and reinforcing the importance of water safety throughout the Cedar Springs community.

CEDAR SPRINGS — The Cedar Springs Fire Department added two new members to its ranks during the June 11 regular meeting of the Cedar Springs City Council.

Cedar Springs Middle School recently honored students for outstanding academic performance and exceptional attendance during the 2025–26 school year, recognizing the dedication and hard work shown throughout the year. Students were celebrated in three categories: Honor Roll, recognizing strong academic performance; Top Honors, awarded to eighth graders who maintained an exceptional cumulative GPA during their middle school years; and Outstanding Attendance, highlighting students who demonstrated remarkable commitment to being present and engaged in class. The recognition emphasizes months, and in some cases years, of effort, focus and perseverance. Families and staff alike celebrated the accomplishments of these students as they wrapped up another successful school year. Honor Roll Recipients Sixth Grade Lucas Amann Ryker Andres Jayden Barker Eden Bates Clayton Bekkering Claire Bender Blair Bliss Isaac Bliss Londyn Brimmer Hunter Burgess Freyja Burns Addison Calhoun Harper Carlson Gabriel Cassidy Charlyne Cavett Jaxon Chavez Darleena Childs Collin Clark Lincoln Clouse Marli Craig Jackson Davis Steven Dibell Ophelia Dulyea Bradley Elias Julah Emery Caleb Engel Caroline Evans Charlotte Evans Ronan Eyer Bailey Fisk Vanna Forrester Ryleigh Fouse Colton Gillette Maxwell Glerum Kembree Hall Goldie Harig Layla Harig Audrey Haring Abram Harrison Maverick Hasso Cassandra Hazen Adelyn Henney Alexandrina Herrera Emmit Huffman Alexis Hughes Mallory Hutchinson Melanie Hutchinson Paige Hutchinson Victoria Inman Ryan Jandron Ronaldo Jaramillo-Delgado Caleb Jensen Weston Kamphuis Kaiya Kropf Brayden Kuzawa Brylee Laughlin Core Luehrs Emmalee Marvin Monty Matlosz Brogan McHugh Grady McLaughlin Thomas Merlington Amelia Miller Carter Miller Sean Molina Cayleigh Moore Kennedy Morris Connor Morrow Maddie Morse Landon Munsee Alexandra Nesbitt Violet Noller Fayedora Nowell Scott Odren Alycia Owens Luca Paoni Levi Peck Alice Phillips Victoria Phillips Lola Pienta Lyman Potratz Lenora Potter Brooklyn Putney Gibson Reister Levi Roark Frances Roberts Charlotte Rosel McKenzie Ross Mylah Runyon Cash Saboo Corinne Sanborn Oliver Schueneman Sophia Schilling Alyza Scholten Olivia Smith Teagan Solomon Ryleigh St. Amour Owen Striebel Eli Sullivan Eleanor Thompson Elijah Thompson Peyten Thompson Marguerite Totten Cole Tovar Ibrahim Traore Hannah VanGessel Addison Wheaton Daphney Wiloughby Adelyn Wladischkin Oliver Womersly Harlynn Wright Lillyann Wyatt Boston Wyma Aspen York Louis Zimkowski Seventh Grade Avery Anderson Evelyn Andrus Makenna Armock Phoebe Beintema Kyler Bennett Elyn Bouma Avery Brackett Levi Brewer Emma Britt Avary Brown Olivia Centala Madilyn Claypool Liam Cox Jaxon Craig Blair DeForest Laney Demull Brhianna Dennis Kaya DeYoung Claire Eckelstafer Devon Edgar Branwyn Anthony Grace Elliot Tessa Evans Owen Eves Brody Fisher Preston Gorby Noelle Graham Mason Gritter Dayton Gulembo Isabelle Gundrum Abigail Hatchew Carter Heminger Jameson Heugel Beau Higley Karsen Hoffman Asher Hunt Trevyn Huntoon Tyler Hurley Lucas Johnston Zoey Jost Samuel Kahler Jaxon Karafa Kamden Kohler Emma Lankford Alice Lawrence Addison Longstreet Kaylee Lubben Evelyn MacDonald Addison Maley Emma McCulloch Alexander Mendoza Coronado Aubrey Mitz Hannah Monsewicz Jax Mulholland Gracelyn Nadler Lillian Pearce Declan Pellerito Gabrielle Perkins Gabriel Pfund Melanie Powers Lily Reed Deacon Reynolds Arianni Riojas Tess Rosenberger Nicholas Runnals Brady Rusche Elias Salinas Leah Sanders Ava Schrock Emma Schuitema Jonah Slager Aniliah Smith Colette Stachowiak Noah Stevens Simon Sullivan Breena Swanson Johnathon Taylor Mason Telman Ethan Trompen Morgan Uhen Ava Valentine Joseph Van Dyke Nolan Van Horn Ryleigh Vanderpool Connor VanGessel Vivienne Verstrat Makayla Vincent Anderson Vree Tessa Waldron Elijah Westra Alexa Wilber Braeleigh Wolf Brynlee Wolfe Ryder Wood Eighth Grade Brycen Alber Lukas Albertson Kenlynn Anderson Noah Aspinall Brystol Bailey Kaia Beach Luke Bell Payton Benedict Ethan Benoit Bralynn Chapman Lucas Charbonneau-Stacy Cameron Clark Nash Corbin Lexon Cornelius Foster Covey Andrew Demink Amelia Dibell Kenslee Dreyer Carson Dunham Isabella Eaton Bella Eddy Carter Empie Jaxon Fitzgerald Alina Frickey Annilee Gage Mackenzie Gee Nadia Graham Adelyn Gugliotta Chase Hamilton Ellie Haynes Zachary Hendricks Trevor Hess Christian Homrich Reese Hotz Anika Hoult Samantha Howard Christopher Hutchinson Zoe Hutton Lucas Inman Daniel Jaggers Mackenzie Jolly Macey Kacprzyk Lela Kahler Nehum Kasten Lydia Koeppel Gage Kolenda Robert Krumwiede Haylynn Kyser Natalie Ladd Kendalyn Laughlin Kendrick Lynch Evelyn Lyons Macie Mangum Kendrik Marks Logan Marks Grant Marshall Taiten McCuaig Jackson Metts Hypatia Morris-Armock Jace Mulholland Jackson Noller Kevin O’Brien Keely Pacey Raleigh Peck Logan Pfeifer Elliot Phillips Elizabeth Pongrattana Evelyn Price Lilith Reed Cole Reinke Noah Relich Lillian Roberts Gwyneth Roest Breanna Rosel Avery Saboo Brody Sarniak Shalynn Schreiner Austin Schulte Alice Sharpe Ronni Simmons Ivy Sissell Tristan Skiver-Palmer Ava Smith Christopher Smith David Smith Sydney Smith Payton Sowles Jaiden St. Amour Cassidy Stick Isabell Striebel Harry Ten Brink Aiden Thompson Kennadei Toren Benjamin Totten Jr. Malick Traore Halle Valliere Stephen VanSyckle Adilynn VanDyke Alivia VanDyke Caitlin Vandyke Emily VanGessel Saydee Vasquez Levi Vogelar Arabella Walukonis Whitney Willoughby Kensley Winn Colten Wladischkin Carter Wolfe Avalon Wright David Wyatt Sawyer Wysocki Theodore Ziomkowski Top Honors - Eighth Grade Noah Aspinall Luke Bell Bralynn Chapman Amelia Dibell Isabella Eddy Mackenzie Gee Ellie Haynes Zachary Hendricks Christopher Hutchinson Macey Kacprzyk Lela Kahler Lydia Koeppel Natalie Ladd Evelyn Lyons Jackson Noller Kevin O’Brien Logan Pfeifer Elliot Phillips Gwyneth Roest Breanna Rosel Alice Sharpe Ronni Simmons David Smith Payton Sowles Jaiden St. Amour Halle Valliere Alivia VanDyke Caitlin Vandyke Outstanding Attendance Award Bryce Apolinar Noah Aspinall Jaxon Chavez Brinley Davis Jackson Grala Dayton Gulembo Goldie Harig Layla Harig Tyler Hurley Brayden Kuzawa Kaylee Lubben Kendrick Lynch Evelyn MacDonald Kennedy Morris Travis Norman Elizabeth Pongrattana Christopher Smith David Smith Morgan Uhen Joseph Van Dyke Caitlin Vandyke David Wyatt Sawyer Wysocki Cedar Springs Middle School and The Cedar Springs Bugle congratulates all students recognized this year for their dedication, achievement and commitment to excellence. Go Red Hawks!