Holland Sentinel

The Holland Sentinel is a newspaper that comes out six days a week in Holland, Michigan, USA. It was established in 1896 and is published by Gannett.

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EcoBuns in Holland Township to close brick-and-mortar shop, move online

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Austin Metz

A longtime toy store in Holland Township is shuttering brick-and-mortar operations and moving online, citing logistical complications from tariffs ordered by President Donald Trump. Marissa Berghorst, longtime co-owner of EcoBuns on Lakewood Boulevard (and formerly in Holland Town Center), made the announcement June 19.
'Abnormally' unafraid deer are becoming a problem near Saugatuck. Could hunting expand?

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Austin Metz

Saugatuck, Saugatuck Township, and Douglas are collaborating to address a substantial deer overpopulation. The area's Tri-Community Wildlife Committee recommends controlled bow hunts on public land and revised ordinances to permit archery. Saugatuck Township already permits hunting on private property under state regulations and is considering public land hunts. Officials from Saugatuck, Saugatuck Township and Douglas are banding together to tackle the area's "substantial" deer overpopulation.
Campbell Plant extension threatened by possible legal challenge from environmental groups

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Cassidey Kavathas

Ten public interest groups are challenging an order from the Department of Energy to keep the Campbell Plant open this summer. The plant was scheduled to close in May, but the DOE ordered it remain open for at least 90 days to avoid potential blackouts. The interceding groups argue the order is unnecessary and will harm the environment and consumers.
Mark Dykema, former Tulip Time exec, sentenced in Kent County for upskirt photos

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Cassidey Kavathas

KENT COUNTY — Mark Dykema, a former lakeshore business owner and chairman of Tulip Time, was sentenced to 180 days in jail and 36 months on probation June 18 after pleading no contest to surveilling an unclothed person and using a computer to commit a crime in Kent County. Dykema, 40, is accused of taking upskirt photos of women. A no contest plea does not express admission of guilt, but waives the right to a trial and allows the court to sentence the defendant as if they were guilty.
Wendy's, Takis collaborate on new spicy meal: When you can get it

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Gabe Hauari

Wendy's and Takis have teamed up to turn up the heat this summer. The fast food chain announced Tuesday, June 17 it has collaborated with Takis on a limited-time meal called the Takis Fuego Meal. The meal features the Takis Fuego Chicken Sandwich and Takis-inspired Fuego Fries, according to Wendy's. The items will be available at Wendy's restaurants in the United States beginning June 20 and in Canadian locations starting June 30.
Tropical Storm Erick forms in Pacific, could become hurricane: See tracker

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Gabe Hauari

Tropical Storm Erick has formed in the Pacific and is expected to quickly strengthen into a hurricane, the National Hurricane Center said Tuesday. The storm is currently located about 450 miles southeast of Punta Maldonado, Mexico, according to the hurricane center, with maximum sustained winds near 40 mph with higher gusts.
Laketown Township approves $15K to support community organizations. What's included

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Mitchell Boatman

A handful of community organizations will officially receive support from Laketown Township in 2025 after funding approval was issued by trustees June 11. Earlier this year, the Laketown Township Board earmarked funds for contracted services in the municipality's Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget to support local organizations, but the money was subject to presentations about how the funding would be used. Allocations approved June 11 ranged from $500 to $4,500.
What is Juneteenth? Everything to know about celebrating in Holland

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Cassidey Kavathas

Holland residents will commemorate Juneteenth in the coming days, including the fourth annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival from I AM Academy running 2-7 p.m. June 21 at Kollen Park. What is Juneteenth? Juneteenth is a federal holiday that commemorates June 19, 1865, when enslaved people in Texas were informed of their freedom more than two years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.
ZPS narrows superintendent search to two, including candidate from neighboring district

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Mitchell Boatman

Zeeland Public Schools is down to two finalists for the district's next superintendent. The ZPS Board of Education interviewed six candidates June 13 before narrowing the pool to two: Hamilton Superintendent Brad Lusk and Swartz Creek Superintendent Rod Hetherton. Both will participate in an open house and second interviews June 19. Zeeland is looking for a superintendent to succeed Brandi-Lyn Mendham, who has been on medical leave since October.
Carly Sleeman transfers to play softball at Kentucky to 'live out all my dreams'

1 week ago | hollandsentinel.com | Dan D'Addona

Carly Sleeman dominated the Mid-American Conference as a catcher. She broke the Central Michigan school record for home runs in a season and proved to be one of the top catchers in the country. She announced Sunday that she is transferring to the University of Kentucky. "I am so excited about Kentucky," Sleeman said. "I chose the University of Kentucky because the coaches were so personable with me throughout the whole recruiting process. Being on their campus feels like a second home.