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Weather

FREEZE UP: Cool pattern continues for next 10 days. Get Bill Steffen's weekend forecast

by ONN Staff

May 01, 2026

News Ottawa County Ottawa County Board of Commissioners Election Taxes Parks

County commissioners poised to split parks millage renewal, increase into 2 separate votes

by Sarah Leach

April 30, 2026

News Holland Events Tulip Time

Pump House Museum opens for Tulip Time with mystery exhibit

by ONN Staff

April 29, 2026

Opinion Column

Bill Dalton: Epic failure

"Operation Epic Fury is turning into an epic failure," columnist Bill Dalton writes.

by Bill Dalton

May 01, 2026

Roads

Boil water advisory issued in Olive, Blendon townships after Thursday water main break

by ONN Staff

May 01, 2026

Community Calendar Events

School calendar: May 2026

by ONN Staff

May 01, 2026

Latest Posts

Opinion Column

Bill Dalton: Epic failure

by Bill Dalton

May 01, 2026

Roads

Boil water advisory issued in Olive, Blendon townships after Thursday water main break

by ONN Staff

May 01, 2026

Obituaries

Obituaries: May 1, 2026

by ONN Staff

May 01, 2026

Community Calendar Events

School calendar: May 2026

by ONN Staff

May 01, 2026

Weather

FREEZE UP: Cool pattern continues for next 10 days. Get Bill Steffen's weekend forecast

by ONN Staff

May 01, 2026

News Education Schools Grand Haven

Grand Haven Area Public Schools announces three principal appointments

by ONN Staff

April 30, 2026

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Politics

News Politics Michigan U.S. House of Representatives

Huizenga’s office confirms Scotland delegation visit during partial government shutdown

Michigan’s U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga of Holland Township has confirmed that he traveled to Scotland amid the partial government shutdown.

by ONN Staff

April 08, 2026

News Ottawa County Holland Grand Haven Protests Politics

PHOTOS: Thousands march in Ottawa County as part of nationwide 'No Kings' protests

by ONN Staff

March 30, 2026

News Ottawa County Ottawa County Board of Commissioners Lawsuits Politics Michigan House of Representatives Elections

Federal judge dismisses lawsuit against MSU Extension from ex-county official, appeal filed

by Sarah Leach

March 28, 2026

News Events Politics Ottawa County

Activists schedule ‘No Kings’ protests across Ottawa County

by Heather VanDyke

March 21, 2026

News Government Elections Michigan House of Representatives U.S. House of Representatives Politics

Swartz drops out, as 4th Congressional race pits Dem McCann against GOP's Huizenga

by ONN Staff

December 23, 2025

News Ottawa County Ottawa County Board of Commissioners Politics Government

Ottawa County settles with Kleinjans for $112,500 after both sides agree to mediator's proposal

by Sarah Leach

December 19, 2025

News Ottawa County Ottawa County Board of Commissioners Politics Government

County mulls settling with ex-commissioner Kleinjans — its last lawsuit tied to Ottawa Impact

by Sarah Leach

December 18, 2025

Entertainment

Entertainment Music

Mandolinist Brian Oberlin’s intoxicating mix of classical, bluegrass and swing

by John H Sinkevics

April 28, 2026

Entertainment Food

Pen & Pantry: Making al dente pasta takes practice. Here's how to do it (plus a bonus recipe)

by Heather VanDyke

April 26, 2026

Entertainment Music

Wheatland’s 2026 lineup: Top-notch national stars, excited Michigan bands

by John H Sinkevics

April 22, 2026

Entertainment Music

Michigan’s Music Econ Summit attracts musicians for ‘the business of being an artist’

by John H Sinkevics

April 19, 2026

Entertainment Music

Kalamazoo folk singer Darcy Wilkin gets ‘more adventurous’ new album, 'Time Walks Along'

by John H Sinkevics

April 11, 2026

Entertainment Museums

Stars and Stories: Grand Rapids Public Museum teams up with astronomy group for events

by ONN Staff

April 11, 2026

Education

News Education Schools Grand Haven

Grand Haven Area Public Schools announces three principal appointments

Grand Haven Area Public Schools announced this week the selection of three building leaders following approval by the district's board of education.

by ONN Staff

April 30, 2026

News Michigan Labor Economy Education

Labor experts: Getting skilled trades classes back in schools crucial to fixing shortages

by ONN Staff

April 06, 2026

News Michigan Education Labor Business

Small businesses combat worker shortage with community college partners

by ONN Staff

April 06, 2026

News Holland Education

Holland Christian names Jeff Haverdink next head of schools

by ONN Staff

March 24, 2026

News Ottawa County Hudsonville Education

Annual OASSN summit brings schools, police, responders together for safety, preparedness

by ONN Staff

March 23, 2026

News Government Spring Lake Education Public meeting

Meeting Minutes: Spring Lake Public Schools Board of Education

by ONN Staff

March 17, 2026

News Libraries Education Ottawa County

County libraries to host 4-part lecture series exploring history of the Anishinaabe people

by ONN Staff

March 13, 2026

News Hope College Obituaries Education

Beloved Hope College Prof. Fred Johnson remembered for passion for history, education, faith

by Sarah Leach

March 08, 2026

News Education Government Schools Public Safety

Cellphone policies under review in school districts after new laws ban them from classrooms

by Heather VanDyke

February 12, 2026

News Schools Education Weather

As snow days pile up, Ottawa County school districts might need state approval for more

by Heather VanDyke

February 05, 2026

Events

Community Calendar Events

School calendar: May 2026

See what school districts have planned in May.

by ONN Staff

May 01, 2026

News Holland Events Tulip Time

Pump House Museum opens for Tulip Time with mystery exhibit

The Pump House Museum at Ottawa Beach will be open for Tulip Time 2026, giving visitors the opportunity to preview a new and engaging exhibit, “Famous Faces – Local Places.”

by ONN Staff

April 29, 2026

Events Tulip Time Community Calendar

Tulip Time is nearly here! Here are all the events and activities planned for the 2026 festival

Please check tuliptime.com/events for up-to-date information. Some ticketed events may sell out early.

by ONN Staff

April 28, 2026

Opinion

Opinion Column

Bill Dalton: Epic failure

by Bill Dalton

May 01, 2026

Opinion Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor: Our climate in 'good' hands, take back our flags and pray without ceasing

by Guest Opinion Submission

April 25, 2026

Opinion Column

Rhonda Sider Edgington: No one wants to talk about failure

by Guest Opinion Submission

April 24, 2026

Opinion Column

Opinion: Public, legal notices help protect Michiganders’ rights, property and finances

by Guest Opinion Submission

April 18, 2026

Opinion Column

Bill Dalton: Dumber and dumber

by Guest Opinion Submission

April 17, 2026

Opinion Column

Kevin Bowling: The rule of law helps to keep the American Dream within reach for all

by Guest Opinion Submission

April 15, 2026

Opinion Letters to the Editor

Letters to the Editor: Who is there for us, Iran and lawsuits

by Guest Opinion Submission

April 14, 2026

Opinion Column

Bill Dalton: Ka-ching!

by Bill Dalton

April 10, 2026

Opinion Column

Bill Dalton: Only inches

by Guest Opinion Submission

April 03, 2026

Opinion Column

Bill Dalton: The next 9/11?

by Bill Dalton

March 27, 2026