Local faith group faces LGBTQ dialogue challenges in Holland
Jill De Jonge and Jennifer Manninen describe a Holland church event titled Why Is The Church Filled With Hypocrites as combative rather than constructive. A bystander called De Jonge a homophobic slur. De Jonge, an openly lesbian Christian, says the incident highlights ongoing intolerance in West Michigan faith circles.
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Kitchen Zero opens on Eighth Street Holland
Kitchen Zero, a new breakfast focused restaurant, opened on 64 W. Eighth St. in downtown Holland on Tuesday May 11. Owner Kylie Knight said the shop and Market Zero nearby have drawn a steady crowd and noted the midweek opening amid pandemic concerns. The menu covers crepes, grain bowls, smoothie bowls, fried eggs, bacon and potatoes, aiming for healthier, lighter breakfasts that satisfy without heaviness.
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COVID cases slow as vaccine rate inches up in Ottawa County
Ottawa County health officials report a seven day average of about 84 new COVID-19 cases daily as of May 10, down from 184 per day on April 13, with ICU occupancy at 21 percent and hospitalizations stabilizing. Senior epidemiologist Derel Glashower credits rising vaccination coverage for improving metrics amid variants.
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