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1 week ago | ottawanewsnetwork.org | John Sinkevics

After more than 20 years as a band, Kalamazoo’s Out of Favor Boys have honed their “contemporary blues” sound, melding elements of funk, soul and rock into their musical milieu. But more than anything, songwriting has become the centerpiece of their approach. “The biggest change really has been our songwriting. Songwriting has become a real important thing to us,” said guitarist Dan Ouellette.

1 week ago | ottawanewsnetwork.org | Sarah Leach

OTTAWA COUNTY — The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners opted not to discuss a proposed settlement offer that could have resolved one of a handful of lawsuits stemming from decisions made by the previous board, led by far-right group Ottawa Impact. Details have been released about proposed terms that could have settled one of the county's most complicated ongoing lawsuits — if the board of commissioners hadn't rejected the offer without discussion April 22.

1 week ago | ottawanewsnetwork.org | John Sinkevics

The superstars are out in force this summer across Michigan: Keith Urban, Rod Stewart, Styx, Rick Springfield, the Temptations, Wynonna Judd, Trombone Shorty, The Wallflowers, Ted Nugent, Cheap Trick, Zac Brown Band, Def Leppard, Foreigner, Creed, Buddy Guy, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony, Goo Goo Dolls, Alison Krauss and more.

2 weeks ago | ottawanewsnetwork.org | Sarah Leach

EDITOR'S NOTE: This file will be updated throughout the month as new notices become available. Donna PopeNov. 11, 1935-April 28, 2025Mrs. Donna Pope, age 89, of Spring Lake, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025. She was born November 11, 1935, in Grand Haven to Simon and Crystal (Rogers) Scheffers. In 1956, she married Quay Pope, and he preceded her in death in 2000. Donna had a passion for serving others and was actively involved in the Fruitport community throughout her life.

2 weeks ago | ottawanewsnetwork.org | John Sinkevics

To say that Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park’s 2025 lineup for its popular, regional Tuesday Evening Music Club concert series contains eclectic musical twists would be an understatement. The 11-show Tuesday series that runs from mid-June through late August boasts a mix of R&B, hip hop, electronic jams, Latin music, indie-folk, synth-pop, a cappella vocals, New Orleans brass-fired jazz, pop/rock oldies, soul-pop and Americana, with the Grand Rapids Ballet topping it all off on Aug. 26.