Lori Timmer
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Lorma Freestone ready to start a new chapter
HOLLAND — Lorma Freestone is ready for a new chapter — both in her personal life and the life of the Holland Area Arts Council.In February, the HAAC announced Freestone's retirement from her post as executive director. The day has come, and Freestone's final day in the leadership capacity was Thursday, May 31.Freestone is moving into the next creative phase of her life, spending more time in her… → Read More
Mother shares the story of her son, gunnery Sgt. Daniel J. Price
Gunnery Sgt. Daniel J. Price's courage and accomplishments were not products of mere chance, and neither was his death on July 29, 2012. His mother, Ruth → Read More
Word on the Street: What are you doing for New Year's?
"We're going to Universal Studios. We're getting out of this weather." Danielle Feltman, Holland"I'm going to visit my sister who lives in Flint. She just told us she is pregnant." Heidi Peacock, Holland"Staying at home with my husband and kids. It's nice to be together." Estelle Charroud, Holland"Staying at home. The kids will have friends over and we'll play games and watch TV." Pam Houck,… → Read More
Contestants get creative at Cupcake Wars
It was a sweet battle to the end, but the champions of Herrick Public Library's Tween Cupcake Wars have been named.Tension was high Wednesday afternoon, → Read More
The Santa Train is leaving the station
"All Aboard!" the Santa Train and join in the fun.Even though the Coopersville and Marne Railway has been hosting the Santa Train for 28 years, it isn't losing passengers.According to Jerry Ricard, general manager of the historic railway, seats are selling out fast."We are sold out this weekend, and I expect we will be sold out for the remainder of the runs," he said. "If you are planning on… → Read More
On this episode of 'Founding Fathers': Bill of Rights
The creators of the television series "Inventing America: Conversations with the Founders" are ready to film the next segment. "Liberty for all: The Untold Story of the Bill of Rights," the third in the series, will be filmed 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 in the main theater of the DeWitt Center at Hope College.The public is invited to the one-time performance that will be filmed for television.… → Read More
Word on the Street: Have you attended an event that has put you in the holiday spirit?
"I did go to the Parade of Lights - it was really fun to be out for that." Rachel Syens, Holland"No, but it's going to start with Sinterklaas. I'll be there." Cheryl Kastas, Holland"Because I'm at the museum, I've been living and breathing Christmas." Connie Locker VerHulst, Spring Lake"Yes, I went to Hope College chapel today (Friday). The chapel is all decorated." Carolyn Williams, Grand… → Read More
A sparkling tradition: Festival of Trees ushers in the holidays
The Muskegon Museum of Art will be aglow with lights and glitter during the 2017 Festival of Trees opening Nov. 22.Holiday traditions of different countries inspire this year’s festival theme and displays. According to Marguerite Curran, communications and public relations manager for the museum, there are 26 trees, plus seven international display trees."Professional designers — from floral… → Read More
Ring the bell for the Salvation Army
The Holland Salvation Army is asking for your help. The job is easy - you simply have to ring a bell and be friendly.The red kettles of the Salvation Army → Read More
Word on the Street: Has the construction at the Civic Center affected your sales at the Holland Farmers Market?
"Yes, but not as bad as I thought it would be. The support the community gives is wonderful." Brian Cosgrove, Cosgrove Orchards, Fennville"Very little. Parking is a big issue." Tom Latchaw, Latchaw Farms, Pullman"It has not. We've had a few complaints about parking, but that's been it." Tim Boeve, Boeve Farm, Holland"It's hard to tell, because on fruit, we've had a light crop already." John… → Read More
What is your favorite college football team? Why?
"University of Michigan. Some family attended, it's the tradition, and winning sure helps." — Brent Boersma, Allegan"University of Georgia. My whole family lives down there. — Dick Lamade, Holland"Broncos. I went to Western." — Nancy Bruursema, Glenn"Grand Valley State University. I attended GVSU." — Scott Bruursema, Glenn"Manchester United in Manchester, England. It's soccer, but we call it… → Read More
Word on the Street: What are your plans for the Labor Day weekend?
"We'll probably go to the beach, and go to the pool for the last time ... enjoy life before school starts." — Jenn Gietzen, Holland"Taking the grandkids, who are in from Virginia, boating." — Janice Vogelzang, Holland"I have no idea." — Steve Slag, Vermontville"Either go camping with 20 or so friends, or go somewhere with my best friend." — Hannah Raycraft, Holland"I think we are going to my… → Read More
And the winner is: SCA's Angela Peavey takes home an Emmy
When she was a little girl, Angela Peavey got to stay up to watch the Emmy@ Awards, dreaming that someday she would earn one. Well, her wish came true. → Read More
New Leaf Deli has some creative offerings
Tucked away in one of the mini-plazas on Washington Avenue, you will find New Leaf Delicatessen. It's a cozy order-at-the-counter type of place with some → Read More
Kinderplaats is fun for everyone during Tulip Time
Even though the weather was chilly, hundreds of children and their parents took the time Saturday to learn about Dutch culture at Kinderplaats in Kollen → Read More
109-year-old street organ is back in Holland
The Golden Angel is getting a facelift. After owning the Golden Angel Dutch street organ for 50 years, Nelis’ Dutch Village is celebrating the anniversary with a major tuneup.With the lack of a local repair shop for a 109-year-old street organ, it had to be shipped across the Atlantic Ocean to the Netherlands.Nelis’ Dutch Village packed parts of the street organ in a large wooden box and sent… → Read More
Redneck comedy coming to the Allegan fair
There's comedy coming to the Allegan County Fair this year. Fair officials announced Friday the addition of Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy to the → Read More
History Trail: Native American cultural trail deepens historical perspective on Mackinac Island
With the ferries bringing hundreds of thousands of visitors every year over to Mackinac Island, it has long been one of Michigan’s favorite vacation destinations. → Read More
Fab Five: For the week of April 2
Get the lowdown on events taking place this week in the Holland area. → Read More
Veterans Spotlight: Garry Nyboer called the bunkers home during the Korean War
When he was 20 years old, Garry Nyboer signed up for voluntary induction into the U.S. Army. → Read More