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Holland Museum to close Spark!Lab; announces expansion of family learning spaces

After a seven-year run, the Holland Museum will conclude its hands-on Spark!Lab Smithsonian exhibit next month to pave the way for a major layout redesign, including two new family-focused education spaces and an expanded gallery.

End-of-summer fun: Late August’s festival flurry heats up

As August enters its final weeks, Michigan will uncork a flood of music festivals to close out one of the busiest summers for live music in recent memory.

Tulip City Walls Mural Fest concludes 5-year run, leaving legacy of public art in Holland

After half a decade of transforming local alleyways into open-air galleries, the Tulip City Walls Mural Festival is wrapping up its fifth and final year, leaving behind a lasting artistic legacy in Holland’s Eastcore neighborhood.

Bill Dalton: Viral AI

Columnist Bill Dalton explores what it would look like if Iran were able to weaponize AI against the U.S.

Nice weather with some showers before slight cooldown. Get Bill Steffen's weekend forecast.

Lots of 70s this weekend and next week. August might not see a 90-degree day.

Investing in the future: Grand Haven Community Foundation awards $1.1M to 234 students

More than 200 local students are heading into the upcoming school year with a major financial boost, thanks to a record-setting wave of support from local donors.

Beyond the border: 4 fun West Michigan events worth the drive

Looking for fun excursions outside of Ottawa County? Here are some fun events coming up.

Obituaries: Aug. 19, 2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with these local families.

Over 800 community members take flight at West Michigan Regional Airport’s Aviation Day

The gathering functioned as a fundraiser for Wings of Mercy, a nonprofit organization that coordinates free medical transport flights for patients needing specialized care far from home.

Jennifer VerHelst: Living in the shadow of Campbell: Why D.C. shouldn't force coal back on us

"The entire community could finally turn the page on coal-generated energy here in Holland! But suddenly, on May 23, 2025, in one fell swoop of an executive order, all that changed," columnist Jennifer VerHelst writes.

Check out the latest exhibitions at the Holland Area Arts Council

The Holland Area Arts Council, 150 E. Eighth St., Ste. 200, is a nonprofit organization that hosts rotating exhibitions featuring local, regional and national artisans, in addition to coordinating hands-on programming for the community.

Weekly Construction Update: August 14

Road Closure: Riley Street WHAT: Road closure WHEN: Beginning Aug. 17, 2026 WHERE: Riley Street, 144th Avenue to 136th Avenue, Holland Township WHY: Culvert replacement BACKGROUND: On Monday, Aug. 17, the Ottawa County Road Commission will be closing Riley Street between 144th Avenue and 136th

Obituaries: Aug. 18, 2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with these local families.

From mill to cultural gem: The history behind Park Theatre

For a quarter of a century, downtown Holland’s Park Theatre at 248 S. River Ave. has operated under the stewardship of the Park Theatre Foundation, serving as a vital cultural engine and community gathering space.

Pleasant and sunny, with rain returning Tuesday. Get Bill Steffen's forecast

High temperatures will be mostly in the low 80s.

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