Archive for January, 2008
Thursday, January 31st, 2008
Sweet Temptations has now moved to the Grand Landing. Located now on the corner of Beacon and Jackson in Grand Haven, Michigan. Sweet Temptations will still be serving homemade treats and Grandpa Ray’s delicious icecream.
Sweet Temptations new location in the Grand Landing will definitely make it more excessible while hanging out on the waterfront. Not only will you be able to visit Sweet Temptations at the Grand Landing, but several other news businesses have now taken up residency there. So while you are getting your favorite treats, you will also be able to enjoy other shopping and entertaining experiences.
Sweet Temptations has also started their own website where you can order any of your favorite treats. You do not even have to live in the Grand Haven area to experience the homemade treats now. Don’t forget to order for your Valentine. There website is: http://www.sweet-temptations.com
Also remember Sweet Temptations 3rd Annual Pajama Party on March 1st - Wear your PJs and stop in for your favorite treat.
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Wednesday, January 30th, 2008
Grand Haven and Spring Lake Schools closed today. Over 200 schools closed along the lakeshore in West Michigan due to the winter blast that came onto the lakeshore over night.
The freezing rain and snow combined with gusts of wind up to 40 miles an hour, has sent thousands of school age children back to bed this morning. The conditions are not expected to subside before noon.
The Michigan State Police are recommending everyone to stay off the roads today. Because of the gusts of wind the road commision will not be salting the roads so roads are extremely slippery. The north south roads are being hit the hardest.
Find out if your school is closed by clicking on the WZZM School Closing icon on the sidebar of this page.
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Monday, January 28th, 2008
It may be winter here in Grand Haven, Michigan, but people are still going to the beach. The Lake Michigan shoreline is still as amazing, filled with icebergs to walk on.
Yesterday was a wonderful day to be down at the Grand Haven pier. Even though the Grand Haven Winterfest had pretty much died down, the people were still going to the beach to enjoy the winter weather and scenery at the lake.
So many people were walking the pier to the lighthouse. I was a little amazed myself. Even at the public beach area people were getting out of there cars to wander out on the icebergs.
It only goes to show Grand Haven never sleeps. People love the Lake Michigan shorline any season. The winter is no exception.
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Saturday, January 26th, 2008
Happy Birthday Michigan! Today Michigan is 171 years old. On January 26, 1837 Michigan became the 26Th state to join the Union.
A lot has changed since then. Michigan lead the nation for a long time in prosperity and until recently was one of the most desired states to live in.
Michigan will reclaim itself again and this time it will be stronger and better. It will no longer be economically dependent on the auto industry and will become more diversified.
Michigan residence are proud people and love our state. We will do whatever it takes to be strong again.
Happy Birthday Michigan! Now blow out the candles and make a wish. Now lets go celebrate at the Winterfest in Grand Haven.
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Friday, January 25th, 2008
Grand Haven’s Winterfest started out great at the Snow Bowl at Mulligan’s Hollow. Had a great showing from the community. Parking was a little tricky but once you got parked it was great skiing and boarding.
Tonight, Friday-Jan.25 the Winterfest is full of activities.
The Holiday Inn in Spring Lake and Jack’s is going to be having the Ice Sculpting. At 6:30 you can watch Jack’s culinary staff create art out of ice. This will be neat especially under the lights.
After you experience the Ice Sculturing, go to downtown Grand Haven and watch the Human Dog Sled Race. Race time begins at 8 PM. Entry is free and prizes will be awarded. The race will be held on Washington Avenue between Harbor and First Street. Registration is at 7 PM.
You could also stroll into the Tri-Cities Historical Museum between 6:30 - 8:00 PM and view works of the 2008 Winterfest Photography and Poster Contest participants. Check out the local talent and prizeses awarded. You can also enjoy some refreshments while you are their.
The night continues all night with a Music Pass. One ticket gets you into the local bars for music, fun, and drink specials on both Fri. and Sat. Tickets available at many locations. (616) 842-4499 for more info.
Saturday’s events start at 9 AM with the Family Dog Pull and go on throught the whole day and night. Ending with a Luau Extravaganza.
For Sunday-Jan. 27 the Polar Ice Cap Golf Tournament ((Cancelled)) Details not available!
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Thursday, January 24th, 2008
Tonight is the first night for the Grand Haven Winterfest. The snow is perfect and the weather is going to be great.
Tonight the family can enjoy skiing and boarding at Mulligan’s Hollow. The event will take place from 4 to 8 PM at the Mulligan’s Hollow Ski Bowl.
Lift tickets are only $1.
The winter fest has grown bigger and better every year. This is going to the best year yet.
Be sure to get out to the Grand Haven Winterfest and have a great time.
See you at the Snow Bowl.
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Thursday, January 24th, 2008
Along the lakeshore we were hit once again with lake effect snow. Even Fido is wondering where to go.
Many areas along the lakeshore received about a foot of snow. West Olive area was plummeted once again.
Schools in the West Ottawa and Holland areas were closed for the second time this week.
Driving conditions were hazardous for several drivers early this morning. One semi-truck ran off the road at the M104 exit to Grand Haven, shutting down the south bound ramp to south US31 through Grand Haven.
Fortunately this is going to come to an end for a while and the kick-off to the Grand Haven Winterfest is going to have perfect conditions.
The weekend weather outlook looks to be kinder on us. We should be able to get out and enjoy the out of doors instead of being couped up inside trying to stay warm.
This is going to be a perfect winter weekend for the Grand Haven Winterfest.
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Thursday, January 24th, 2008
Great American Sports Complex previous article
The Great American Sports Complex in West Olive, Michigan was the main topic of discussion at the Port Sheldon Township Hall last evening.
With West Michigan having the opportunity to house the largest indoor sports complex of its kind east of the Mississippi, the residents in the area had many valid concerns. The supporters of the sports complex were available for an open discussion. All indications are that the facility will bring in millions of dollars a week with such a complex.
The Great American Sports Complex would like to complete Phase 1 by the end of 2008. The first phase would include a 5000 square foot indoor complex and outdoor fields. The networking of Stanton Street and Fillmore Street to better handle traffic to US31. The internal roads of the complex would be completed as necessary to the completed areas. And on going improvements as construction continues to Phase two.
Making the Great American Sports Complex as green as possible was also discussed. Wind generating power was discussed as a source for some of its power.
Safety factors were also of concern as two residents have already been fatally injured walking Stanton Street in the past few months. Bike paths and sidewalks are being proposed to prevent pedestrians from walking along the roadway.
The planning commission expressed concerns for the West Olive risidents surrounding the sports complex as to how noise control was going to be handled. The commission would like to look into additional landscaping to handle the noise. It is understood that all noise could not possibly be blocked out when night tournament games are being held at the outdoor fields.
Rezoning the area for a mixed used zone did not seem to be a big issue.
Another open meeting is scheduled next month for the Great American Sports Complex and the planning commission.
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Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008
A 100 million dollar Great American Sports Complex in West Olive, Michigan could only mean good things in my opinion.
The sports complex would sit on the east side of US 31 between Stanton Street and Fillmore Street. It would make use of 100 plus acres of land, and support 1000 jobs.
Western Michigan sure could use a boost as far as development goes. The whole state could for that matter.
Not only would this create jobs for the sports complex but the trickle down effect could be an enormous economic boost for all of Ottawa County.
With the Michigan’s one state recession going on, it is hard to imagine anyone not working with these developers to bring this to a reality.
This is only this person’s opinion. I would be interested in hearing other opinions as to whether or not West Olive should support getting the Great American Sports Complex approved.
There is a meeting scheduled for tonight, January 23 at the Port Sheldon Township Hall at Township Hall, 16201 Port Sheldon St.
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Tuesday, January 22nd, 2008
With the kids home from school today enjoying their snow day in Spring Lake and Grand Haven, what are they doing?
Are they just sitting in front of their game systems or are they being productive?
I have noticed a couple of the local kids are actually out shoveling the snow. Is yours?
I can remember the days before cable television and game systems when kids actually pitched in around the house, before they went out to play. Of course with limited TV viewing, they were not watching TV.
Or how about taking this time to catch up or get ahead on some homework. There is a thought!
Maybe you can barter a deal, that if they help out at home or get their homework completed, you will bring home a pizza and a movie for dinner.
I am sure they is some snow activities in Grand Haven or Spring Lake they would love to go play at. Just maybe if they help you out, it would give you some free time to transport them to where ever they would like to go.
Spring Lake’s ice rink is open and I am sure the Snow Bowl in Grand Haven is just the ticket for some fun outdoor activity.
Hopefully with the kids home from school today, enjoying their snow day they take the time to participate in life along the lakeshore.
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