4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (218+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — The Children’s Advocacy Center of Kent County, a local nonprofit that provides resources and services for child survivors of sexual abuse, has announced its newly appointed president and CEO: Jennifer Hunt. “(Hunt) brings a wonderful mix…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (187+ words) SAUGATUCK, Mich. (WOOD) — Registration is still open for the upcoming Mt. Baldhead Challenge in Saugatuck, and proceeds raised from signup fees from athletes will go toward the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland and its programs in Saugatuck Public Schools....

1+ week, 5+ day ago   (250+ words) (The Hill) – Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao announced on Friday that the USS Abraham Lincoln is returning to the U.S. as the aircraft carrier’s long deployment has come under scrutiny over reported harsh conditions the sailors onboard have worked under....

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (394+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — A mother is searching for alternatives after the abrupt closure of a local center in Grand Rapids. The family is one of hundreds that lost a vital resource when the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) in Grand…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (150+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4) — To help families and students in need ahead of the new school year, Grand Rapids-area nonprofit Storehouse of Community Resources is packing thousands of backpacks full of free school supplies. “We are packing and distributing 15,000 backpacks,…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago   (698+ words) GRAND HAVEN TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — Nearly two weeks after a family of eight was killed in a murder-suicide in Grand Haven Township, the family and community of Mandy Karolkiewicz and her six children are preparing to lay them to rest…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (180+ words) HOLLAND, Mich. (WOOD) — On Thursday, the Holland Civic Center Place will be hosting its annual Back2School community event supported by Downtown Holland and other regional organizations, and visitors can receive a complimentary backpack filled with school supplies. “Giving back to the…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (208+ words) WOODTV.com (ABC 4) — Due to hazardous air quality, the Maranda Park Party Recess at Endeavor Elementary School on July 16 moved indoors, but more than 600 kids still were able to enjoy a fun day of community connection Students from across…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (203+ words) GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4) — While families are outdoors and enjoying recreational activities during summer break, experts from Answer Health and the Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan recommend that parents continue to prioritize safety for their kids. “If you’re out riding your…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago   (216+ words) KENTWOOD, Mich. (ABC 4) — Due to hazardous air quality, the Maranda Park Party Recess at Endeavor Elementary School moved indoors, but more than 600 kids still were able to enjoy a fun day of community connection. Students from across Kentwood Public Schools…...