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PAINTER: Mich. Works matches job seekers with employers
Wed, 16 May 2012 12:25:52 -0700
There is a glimmer of hope for job seekers in Ottawa County. Employers are looking for good employees, according to Joel Westmaas, program supervisor for Michigan Works of Ottawa County. read more
Ottawa County hits 19th on Forbes’ annual list for The Best Cities for Jobs
Mon, 07 May 2012 15:15:41 -0700
Ottawa County jumped 202 places on Forbes.com’s annual list of “The Best Cities for jobs,” landing in a comfortable 19th place.
Delinquent taxes down significantly in Ottawa County
Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:42:30 -0700
Delinquent tax payments are down in Ottawa County for the third year in a row and Ottawa County Treasurer Bradley Slagh sees that as a sign that the local economy may be turning around.
Latest data shows where foreclosure activity rose and fell in these West Michigan markets
Thu, 17 May 2012 07:47:50 -0700
New foreclosure filings fell in most West Michigan counties last month compared to March and to April 2011, according to RealtyTrac.com
The story of Leland
Thu, 17 May 2012 11:35:59 -0700
In it's beginnings, Leland, Michigan was one of the oldest and largest Ottawa villages on the Leelanau Peninsula.
Former Michigan football coach Lloyd Carr to speak in Ottawa County on May 7
Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:57:54 -0700
Former University of Michigan football coach Lloyd Carr is scheduled to speak on behalf of Journey 4-H Youth Mentoring next month in West Olive. Carr, a Mentor Michigan spokesperson, is appearing at a May 7 event at Hemlock Crossing Nature Center. Journey 4-H Youth Mentoring is a program of MSU Extension, offering three mentoring options- traditional mentoring, 4-H Tech Wizards and The Outdoor ...
Ottawa County study finds link between education, income and overall health
Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:30:00 -0700
Ottawa County residents reported longer life expectancy than state and national averages.
Right Start Michigan: Ottawa, Allegan counties among tops in infant, maternal health
Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:00:49 -0700
Ottawa County was ranked second best in the state, while Allegan County was ranked 11th.
State police to investigate alleged 'fake' Democratic candidate after Rep. Roy Schmidt's switch to GOP
Fri, 18 May 2012 14:47:59 -0700
After complaints from Democratic leaders that Matt Mojzak was a "fake" Democratic candidate for the State House, the Michigan State Police is planning to launch an investigation.
City Hall Roll Call: Crashes near Rivertown Crossings Mall, recreation tax in Sparta
Fri, 18 May 2012 13:03:00 -0700
Also, supervisors in several Kent and Ottawa county townships are being challenged in this summer's primary elections.