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Newspaper
Holland Sentinel
Location
Holland, Michigan, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 2019
Page
1
The Sentinel newsroom presents its year end list of top stories that captivated readers, sparked discussion, and shaped local impact. Editor Sarah Leach notes this compilation includes the most clicked stories and notable Opinions page debates, underscoring the paper's role as a trusted local resource and a wish for a happy new year.
In Holland Michigan a two term mayor Nancy DeBoer lost to council newcomer Nathan Bocks amid a polarized campaign. Dark money fliers linked to mid-M Michigan legal office tied to state Republicans attacked Bocks as a socialist while supporting DeBoer. This marked a shift to big party politics with record campaign donations over 84000 dollars.
Record high water levels and thick ice on the Great Lakes slowed evaporation and fueled erosion. Storms endangered shorefront homes with owners racing to stabilize foundations or relocate. A dune collapse in July injured a child, parks closed amid damage, and Grand River flooding delayed boating-related businesses as officials warn of more in 2020.
Michigan announces 3.6 million in grants to 32 projects under the Michigan Invasive Species Program. Efforts focus on Hemlock Woolly Adelgid control in Lake Michigan shoreline areas and treatments in Allegan Muskegon Oceana and Ottawa counties. Conservationist Drew Rayner notes rapid spread risk if not addressed. About 170 million hemlock trees statewide at risk with 28 000 trees treated recently and winter surveys underway.
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