News across Greater Grand Rapids
Hastings Fire Department to host open house Oct. 4
Hastings residents will get a chance to see the newest addition to the Hastings Fire Department, as well as meet with department and other emergency personnel, during an open house event set for noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 4. “We’re doing it for Fire Prevention Week,” said…
Putting your aging parents’ wishes first
As your parents grow older, it may be time to talk with them about financial and aging issues, which may involve difficult conversations. You’ll want to be careful how you approach this. Mention ahead of time that you’d like to talk to them about their future plans and reassure…
Another annexation
The village of Lakeview’s boundaries continue to inch into Cato Township, with the Montcalm County Board of Commissioners approving another annexation on Monday. Commissioners voted 6-0 to approve the annexation of two parcels at or near 733 N. Lincoln Ave., continuing a series…
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…
MCC announces scholarship awards at annual MCCF Scholarship Celebration Dinner
Montcalm Community College and the MCC Foundation recently awarded $275,574 in scholarships and aid for the 2026-2027 academic year. More than 230 students received awards to support their pursuit of degrees and certificates at MCC. The post MCC announces scholarship awards at…
SANDY MAIN: Once Upon a Daily
160 years ago “Bears” — These ursine quadrupeds have not yet all passed south. Many pay the forfeit of invading the corn fields and orchards of our farmers, yet southward they tend their way. The largest one killed we have heard of was shot in this township on the 26th inst., by…
Upcoming and pending funeral services for Sept. 30, 2026
Upcoming and pending funeral services for Sept. 30, 2026 The post Upcoming and pending funeral services for Sept. 30, 2026 first appeared on The Daily News .
Veteran cook now ‘in charge of all the lunch ladies’
Get to know the district’s new food service supervisor, whose role involves much more than simply “overseeing the kitchens.”
Comstock Park voters to decide Nov. 3 on non-homestead millage
The district is seeking to renew its 18-mill levy on non-homestead properties, which would generate $50,000 in 2027.
Tension on the agenda
A city lawnmower, a cemetery flagpole and a $300 budget line might not seem to have much in common. But all three became flashpoints during a tense Stanton City Commission meeting on Sept. 22. The post Tension on the agenda first appeared on The Daily News .
GENERAL ELECTION PREVIEW: Candidates contrast experience, priorities
Two 58-year-old Michiganders are competing to replace term-limited 33rd District state Sen. Rick Outman, R-Six Lakes. Gina Johnsen is a seasoned politician with decades of experience in the healthcare industry and a staunchly conservative point of view. Stan Opal is a retired…