News across Ionia County
Ionia County denies FOIA appeal related to GIS records request
Ionia County officials say information contained in a GIS dataset requested through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is already available to the public online at no cost, but the county charges $1,000 to provide the underlying data as a digital export. The county Board of…
Federal, state lawmakers’ offices share updates at Ionia County Connect
Congressman John Moolenaar, R-Caledonia, stopped by Monday morning's Ionia County Connect gathering to update local leaders on his recent work in Washington. Moolenaar said the House is not currently in session but lawmakers will return in November. The post Federal, state…
GENERAL ELECTION PREVIEW: 2 Belding attorneys face off for judgeship
Two Belding attorneys will face off Nov. 3 for an open seat on the Ionia-Montcalm Circuit Court bench. Lori Shearer, 51, and Ed Sternisha, 57, are seeking to replace Judge Suzanne Kreeger, who is not seeking another term. The post GENERAL ELECTION PREVIEW: 2 Belding attorneys…
GENERAL ELECTION PREVIEW: Michigan’s 78th District
An educator and school administrator, a nurse with three decades in health care and a local elected official whose career centers on improving complex systems are offering voters three different paths forward in Michigan's 78th House District. Republican Brandon Strong, Democrat…
Ionia County approves automated flagging system purchase
The Ionia County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday approved the Road Department's purchase of a new automated flagging system that will make road construction projects safer for drivers and reduce the number of hours county employees spend standing around on the side of the road…
Belding debates Belrockton rental fees
The Belding City Council is taking another look at rental fees for the Belrockton Historical Museum after a debate over whether the $15-a-day rate paid by the Silk City Quilters Club adequately covers costs. The museum is used as a community center, with space rented to various…
Longtime mayor of Portland resigns
The longtime mayor of the Ionia County city of Portland resigned on Wednesday effective immediately. Mayor James Barnes submitted his resignation from the City Council and all city boards, committees and duties. No reason was indicated on Barnes’ resignation notice, according to…
Public Hearing Notice — Request for a Rezoning
The Ionia Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing at 4:30 PM on October 14 at Ionia City Hall, 114 N. Kidd Street, to receive comments on rezoning 174 E. Adams Street from B-1 Neighborhood Business District to LDR Low-Density Residential District.
City Seeks Certified Grant Administrator
The City of Ionia is seeking a Certified Grant Administrator to assist with the administration of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) through the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s Rental Rehabilitation Program.
Belding seeks public input as city updates parks, recreation plan
As Belding officials prepare to update the city's parks and recreation master plan, they are asking residents and anyone who uses local parks and trails to share their opinions through a community survey. The survey is available on the city’s website, belding.mi.us, and paper…
Ward Three – City Council Member Application
The City of Ionia is accepting applications from individuals interested in serving on the Ionia City Council, specifically as a Ward Three City Council member for the unexpired term ending December 31, 2026.
2026 Fall Waste Disposal Services Notice
The City of Ionia offers residents a variety of free waste-disposal programs in the fall. Details regarding these programs are available online.