West Michigan family among last Haiti hostages freed
The remaining 12 missionaries held in Haiti since October have been released, including the final four members from a West Michigan family from Oceana County who attend church in Hart. Six members of the family were kidnapped October 16, with the father remaining to prepare a sermon. two others were released December 5. The FBI and U.S. State Department helped secure the release, but details were not provided.
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Michigan blueberry farmers struggle with bleak outlook
In Park Township Michigan blueberry growers face tough times as prices fall due to competition from Chilean and Peruvian farmers. Trevor Wassink of Tanglewood Winery recalls the shift five years ago when late season berries filled markets, and now global plantings erode Michigan profits. The piece notes Wassink's MSU-era pivot to wine chemistry and references continued market pressure for farmers statewide.
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Holland council creates neighborhood NEZ for 667 Hastings project
Holland City Council approved a neighborhood enterprise zone around the former Goog's Pub at 667 Hastings Ave extending along Hastings Ave for 14 parcels from Ida Red Parkway to 32nd Street. The zone allows the mixed use project to seek an eight year tax incentive freezing new value from improvements. The developer must return for a tax incentive certificate to support reducing apartment costs for tenants.
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24Th Street
River Avenue
Surloc Aluminum Edging Corp
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