Civic Center bid blows past budget by almost two million
A bid for the Civic Center project comes in about 1.7 million over the 16.5 million estimate. Consultant Greg Weykamp notes a booming building market driving price escalation. City Manager Greg Robinson proposes reallocating 1 million from capital funds. council decision due Sept. 20. Energy bonds may save 3 million with specific design and construction measures.
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Allegan County Fair Opens With Rides Animals and Comedy
The Allegan County Fair opened on Friday September 8 drawing crowds to the fairgrounds for about 30 rides hundreds of animals and 4 H exhibitors along with carnival food. Local resident Jill Sietsema said the fair is a longtime tradition she shares with her children. Jeff Foxworthy and Daniel Whitney known as Larry the Cable Guy performed a comedy show, joking about county fairs while praising their American appeal.
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Jeff Foxworthy
Daniel “Larry the Cable
Larry
Cable Guy
Irma survivors brace for new Caribbean storm Jose
Thousands of Irma victims across the Caribbean seek shelter as Jose, a Category 4 storm at 150 mph, looms. Death toll rises to 22 with widespread damage from Antigua to the Virgin Islands. Barbuda evacuates 1400 residents. Jeremiah reunites with family amid devastation.
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Caribbean
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Jose
Frankie Thomas
Royal Police Force of
Antigua and Barbuda
Barbuda
Steven Jeremiah
Jeremiah
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