$5 Million and Change! That’s the slogan for the City of Holland which is a semi-finalist in the Georgetown University Energy Prize competition. The prize will be awarded to the community that shows, within a two-year period, the most significant cuts…
A message from Councilman Brian Burch, Ward 3: Since December 2 there has been a significant increase in anti-police graffiti in Holland, with more than 50 incidents. Last night it escalated even further. It must stop. Silent Observer has offered a $5,000…
The City of Holland is providing a Community Recycling Day as part of the national “America Recycles.” On Saturday, November 15 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holland Civic Center, 150 West 8 Street, clothes, electronics (no freon…
Thurs, Nov 6, 7 pm: Retired educator Mary Marshall Tucker, a friend of author Harper Lee, presents “Maycomb: My Perspective from across the Fence“: what life was like for a young African American girl in Alabama during the Jim Crow era. Part…
This week, Nov 2- 8: When you visit local restaurants and add $1 to your bill, you can help fight homelessness. Participating restaurants are Hops at 84 East, New Holland Brewing Co. Restaurant & Pub, 8th Street Grille, Salt & Pepper Savory Grill and Pub, Margarita’s Mexican…
An Invitation from Deb Van Duinen Hi neighbors! During the month of November, the city of Holland will be participating in a month-long community-wide read of Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. Hope College, in partnership with Herrick District Library…
Heartland of Holland is hosting a free educational seminar for the community on Wednesday, October 22 from 10-11 a.m. The seminar will be presented by Jessica Arends, Elder Law Attorney at Cunningham Dalman, P.C. and will address estate planning, veterans…
The Overnight Parking Pilot Program that began May 15, ended on Tuesday, September 30. Unfortunately, many residents have missed the deadline and continue to park on the street at night. Please note that there are consequences: –$10 for the first…
The City Council will be considering the findings from the traffic trial at 10th and Van Raalte on October 22 at 5:30 p.m., City Hall Training Room, 2nd floor. It is most disturbing to note that city officials have received…
–The Beal Memorial Celebration on September 28 brought together friends and neighbors, sharing their stories of Following Jesus’ Footsteps in the Neighborhood. Please note that the website (www.bealmemorial.org) will remain “up” so that people can continue to tell their stories…