Mitchell Boatman

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Mitchell Boatman

Fennville Public Schools has selected Albert Lombard, the current high school principal and interim superintendent, as its new superintendent. Lombard, a two-decade veteran of the district, has served as interim superintendent since January. Lombard's priorities include rebuilding the administrative team and addressing "perception problems" of the district. FENNVILLE — Fennville Public Schools is turning to a long-time district employee as its next superintendent.

1 week ago | sentinel-standard.com | Mitchell Boatman

IONIA COUNTY — Typically by this time of year, the weather is starting to turn, and people are ready to get outside and enjoy the sun. The last few weeks, however, it’s felt more like appropriate weather to curl up with a good book.  In addition to anticipated new releases or timeless classics, there are plenty of books written and published by friends and neighbors here in the Ionia County area.

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Mitchell Boatman

HOLLAND — Typically by this time of year, the weather is starting to turn, and people are ready to get outside and enjoy the sun. The last few weeks, however, it’s felt more like good weather to curl up with a good book.  In addition to anticipated new releases or timeless classics, there are plenty of books written and published by friends and neighbors here in the Holland area.

1 week ago | freep.com | Mitchell Boatman |Adam Vander Kooy |Cassidey Kavathas

HOLLAND — With summer right around the corner (eventually), Hudsonville Ice Cream is serving up new ways to beat the heat.  The Holland-based company recently released six new products, including some brand-new flavors. New additions include three year-round flavors; two existing flavors now available as ice cream bars; and one seasonal, limited-edition flavor for the summer.  How do these new releases stack up? In true Sentinel fashion, we’re here to tell you.

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Mitchell Boatman

Ottawa County commissioners advanced a Brownfield TIF Plan for an 84-unit apartment complex in Hudsonville, despite reservations about the high proportion of taxpayer dollars going to the developer. The $6.3 million TIF would offset development costs for The Landings at Rush Creek, a project intended to address housing needs for young professionals and include some affordable units. The full Ottawa County Board will hold a public hearing on the plan April 22.