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Recently released minutes from a controversial closed session in November 2023 show previous commissioners were well aware of the $4 million figure reported in relation to a settlement agreement with Administrative Health Officer Adeline Hambley.

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Ottawa County commissioners planned to give Hambley millions to resign, closed minutes show
Recently released minutes from a controversial closed session in November 2023 show previous commissioners were well aware of the $4 million figure reported in relation to a settlement agreement with ...
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November 20, 2025 at 8:16 PM
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The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners voted Oct. 28 to waive attorney-client privilege in a declaration and memorandum from Human Resources Attorney Nate Wolf. The Sentinel has obtained those documents. www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/p...
Ottawa County releases memo from attorney that Moss is accused of misrepresenting
The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners voted Oct. 28 to waive attorney-client privilege in a declaration and memorandum from Human Resources Attorney Nate Wolf. The Sentinel has obtained those docum...
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October 30, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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A seven-page complaint filed by former Ottawa County senior executive aide Jordan Epperson details an alleged toxic work environment under previous administrator John Gibbs — and commissioners.

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Epperson claimed Gibbs treated him as 'his own personal servant' while at Ottawa County
A seven-page complaint filed by former Ottawa County senior executive aide Jordan Epperson details an alleged toxic work environment under previous administrator John Gibbs — and commissioners.
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October 30, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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A mother accused of murdering her 17-year-old child in Holland pled guilty one week before her jury trial was slated to begin.

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One week before trial, Holland mother pleads guilty to murdering teenage son
A mother accused of murdering her 17-year-old child in Holland pled guilty one week before her jury trial was slated to begin.
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October 22, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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Closed session audio released Oct. 20 reveals former interim administrator Benjamin Wetmore insisted on 12 months’ severance from Ottawa County, despite attempts by various commissioners to reach a unanimous decision with a smaller price tag.

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In closed session, Wetmore pushed for hefty severance despite officials' attempts to agree
Closed session audio released Oct. 20 reveals former interim administrator Benjamin Wetmore insisted on 12 months’ severance from Ottawa County, despite attempts by various commissioners to reach a un...
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October 21, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Closed session audio released Oct. 20 reveals former and current commissioners believed Ottawa County was responsible for reputational harm done to former executive aide Jordan Epperson, and therefore obligated to offer him a significant severance.

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Released audio shows closed session on Epperson severance was heated in Ottawa County
Closed session audio released Oct. 20 reveals several former and current commissioners believed Ottawa County was responsible for reputational harm done to former executive aide Jordan Epperson, and t...
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October 21, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Residents attended a public hearing before Zeeland City Council on Oct. 20, as officials consider whether to allow alcohol sales on Sundays for the first time in over a century.

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Zeeland residents speak on allowing Sunday alcohol sales. Here's what they said
Residents attended a public hearing before Zeeland City Council on Oct. 20, as officials consider whether to allow alcohol sales on Sundays for the first time in over a century.
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October 21, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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Karen Boes will return to Ottawa County Circuit Court in 2026, more than 20 years after she was convicted of setting the house fire that killed her daughter. Here's everything we know about the case:

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Here's everything we know about Karen Boes, the former Zeeland mother convicted of filicide
Karen Boes will return to Ottawa County Circuit Court in 2026, more than 20 years after she was convicted of setting the house fire that killed her daughter. Here's everything we know about the case:
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October 13, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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While an eventful meeting of the Ottawa County Board prepared to wrap-up Sept. 23, one commissioner accused another of forging documents and misleading officials to encourage a high-profile employee separation agreement in December 2024.
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Moss accused of forging document, misleading commissioners in separation with Epperson
While an eventful meeting of the Ottawa County Board prepared to wrap-up Sept. 23, one commissioner accused another of forging documents and misleading officials to encourage a high-profile employee s...
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September 24, 2025 at 3:37 AM
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Ottawa County has wiped three pieces of ongoing litigation off the board in 48 hours.
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'Shutting off the spigot': Ottawa County agrees to settle two more lawsuits in split vote
Ottawa County has wiped three pieces of ongoing litigation off the board in 48 hours.
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September 24, 2025 at 3:36 AM
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Did commissioners act outside their purview when agreeing to allocate over half a million dollars to the restoration of Crockery Lake in Chester Township? According to a recent court order, yes.
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Judge: Ottawa County exceeded authority when allocating $500K to Crockery Lake
Did commissioners act outside their purview when agreeing to allocate over half a million dollars to the restoration of Crockery Lake in Chester Township? According to a recent court order, yes.
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September 23, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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Residents in attendance were overjoyed when the Ganges Township Planning Commission denied an application for Saugatuck Meadows — but that joy could be short-lived, pending possible litigation.
 
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Ganges residents overjoyed by campground denial — but officials warn of possible lawsuit
Residents in attendance were overjoyed when the Ganges Township Planning Commission denied an application for Saugatuck Meadows — but that joy could be short-lived, pending possible litigation.
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August 29, 2025 at 1:21 PM
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While a reason for the separation between Park Township and Howard Fink wasn't given by trustees, The Sentinel obtained both the separation agreement and Fink's employment record through the Freedom of Information Act.
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Reports: Fink's managership in Park Township wasn't always smooth sailing
While a reason for the separation between Park Township and Howard Fink wasn't given by trustees, The Sentinel obtained both the separation agreement and Fink's employment record through the Freedom o...
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August 21, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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An accepted separation agreement will see longtime manager Howard Fink leave Park Township effective Aug. 31. 
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Park Township approves separation agreement with longtime manager Howard Fink
An accepted separation agreement will see longtime manager Howard Fink leave Park Township effective Aug. 31.
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August 15, 2025 at 3:44 PM
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Consumers Energy spent almost $30 million in 30 days keeping the J.H. Campbell Plant open in Port Sheldon Township, following an emergency 90-day order from the U.S. Department of Energy. 
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The mandatory extension of operations at Campbell expires in August. What happens now?
Consumers Energy spent almost $30 million in 30 days keeping the J.H. Campbell Plant open in Port Sheldon Township, following an emergency 90-day order from the U.S. Department of Energy.
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August 11, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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The SS Alpena, launched in 1942 under the name SS Leon Fraset, was built in Ecorse, Michigan.  www.freep.com/story/news/l...
Still sailing after more than 80 years on Great Lakes. What to know about the SS Alpena
The SS Alpena, launched in 1942 under the name SS Leon Fraset, was built in Ecorse, Michigan.
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July 30, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners voted to eliminate "Where Freedom Rings" as the municipality's motto during a tense meeting July 22 — and most officials agreed they aren't eager to replace it.   www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/p...
'Wipe the slate clean': Ottawa County will move forward without a motto for now
The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners voted to eliminate "Where Freedom Rings" as the municipality's motto during a tense meeting July 22 — and most officials agreed they aren't eager to replace it...
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July 23, 2025 at 2:56 PM
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During a meeting July 22, the Ottawa County Board was sharply divided over the right of administrator candidates to remain confidential until they reach the interview stage.
 
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'It's a threat': Teeples, Brugger determined to protect admin candidate confidentiality
During a meeting July 22, the Ottawa County Board was sharply divided over the right of administrator candidates to remain confidential until they reach the interview stage.
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July 23, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Numerous property owners surrounding Campit in Ganges Township have joined together to voice the daily challenges the development has posed to their way of life.

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Property owners in Ganges Township have had enough of Campit. But what can they do?
Numerous property owners surrounding Campit in Ganges Township have joined together to voice the daily challenges the development has posed to their way of life.
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July 20, 2025 at 9:28 PM
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As part of a national movement of over 1,000 protests, 60 demonstrations were planned across Michigan, including one at Centennial Park. www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/p...
Hollanders show up for 'Good Trouble' protest as part of national movement
As part of a national movement of over 1,000 protests, 60 demonstrations were planned across Michigan, including one at Centennial Park.
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July 18, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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The tradition started with a flyer outside an addiction recovery meeting. It was 2023, Carly Boregeld was one year sober, and she'd just been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/l...
'Feeling alive again': 73 people are skydiving for addiction recovery in Ottawa County
The tradition started with a flyer outside an addiction recovery meeting. It was 2023, Carly Boregeld was one year sober, and she'd just been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis.
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July 16, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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As the Michigan DHHS considers changes to how certain contracts are awarded, local Community Mental Health organizations have grave concerns.
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What if CMH no longer operated under Ottawa County? Officials warn of impending changes
As the Michigan DHHS considers changes to how certain contracts are awarded, local Community Mental Health organizations have grave concerns.
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July 14, 2025 at 8:20 PM
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According to a letter shared with students, staff and alumni, Siena Heights University will shutter after the 2025-2026 academic year. 
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Siena Heights University announces closure after 105 years in Adrian. What we know
According to a letter shared with students, staff and alumni, Siena Heights University will shutter after the 2025-2026 academic year.
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July 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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A modernization and expansion project totaling $836 million from Mead Johnson received the first of a litany of required approvals June 25. www.hollandsentinel.com/story/news/l...
Mead Johnson expansion, modernization in Zeeland receives first of many required approvals
A modernization and expansion project totaling $836 million from Mead Johnson received the first of a litany of required approvals June 25.
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June 26, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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Ottawa County has been without a permanent administrator since February 2024 — and the cost to taxpayers since first changing administrators in January 2023 is over half a million dollars.
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By the numbers: Cost of year-long admin search in Ottawa County exceeds $600K
Ottawa County has been without a permanent administrator since February 2024 — and the cost to taxpayers since first changing administrators in January 2023 is over half a million dollars.
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June 25, 2025 at 9:07 PM