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Report: City of Muskegon Heights Owes $14 Million, Trial Set for Nov 21.

Citizens are voting for the November election for Muskegon Heights City Council. Do they know there is a $14M debt in their community? Muskegon Heights Faces $14 Million Debt as City Council Elections Approach As residents of Muskegon Heights prepare to cast their votes in the November City Council election, a major financial issue looms over the community — a $14 million debt tied to a legal dispute with Sid Simone, Inc. According to court records, the City of Muskegon […]

todayOctober 21, 2025

African American Culture

A Successful Evening: Recap of the Election Forum

A Successful Evening: Recap of the Election Forum On Monday, August 4, 2025, the USS LST 393 Veteran's Museum in downtown Muskegon was buzzing with energy as community members gathered for an engaging and spirited Election Forum. Organized collaboratively by 103.7 The Beat, M106-FM, and the Muskegon Young Black Professionals, the event saw standing room only aboard the historic Navy ship, emphasizing the community's strong interest in the upcoming elections. The forum kicked off with a robust discussion among the […]

todayAugust 5, 2025

African American Culture

City of Muskegon Election Forum to be Broadcast Live on 103.7 The Beat and M106-FM

Muskegon, MI – July 30, 2025 – 103.7 The Beat and M106-FM are proud to announce a live broadcast of the upcoming City of Muskegon Election Forum, set to take place on Monday, August 4, 2025, at the historic USS LST 393 Veterans Museum in Downtown Muskegon. This vital community event offers a unique opportunity for residents to hear directly from candidates running for City Commissioner and Mayor. The forum will be moderated by Attorney Brandon Davis and held in […]

todayJuly 30, 2025

Community Events

West Michigan Representatives Unite to Support Grand River Bands Federal Recognition

West Michigan Representatives Unite to Support Grand River Bands Federal Recognition WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a significant bipartisan effort, U.S. Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI-03) and Rep. John James (R-MI-10) have reintroduced the Grand River Bands of Ottawa Indians Restoration Act. This crucial bill aims to grant official federal recognition to the Grand River Bands, unlocking access to vital services for tribal members, including healthcare, tuition assistance, and housing support. "The Grand River Bands are a central part of our state's […]

todayMay 14, 2025

African American Culture

    Muskegon Heights Annual Festival in the Park Welcomes Home Music Sensation Tabitha Duncan and R&B Group Kut Klose**

**For Immediate Release** **Muskegon Heights, MI - July 21, 2024** - The vibrant city of Muskegon Heights is gearing up for its much-anticipated Annual Festival in the Park, kicking off Monday, July 22, 2024, at Rowan Park, located at Baker & Broadway Street. This year's festival promises an array of exciting events, musical performances, and community celebrations over six fun-filled days. One of the highlight events is the Welcome Home Concert by the acclaimed R&B group Kut Klose, led by […]

todayJuly 23, 2024 3

Community Events

Snyder Celebrates Muskegon Heights School Debt Relief

MUSKEGON, Mich., Dec. 18, 2023 —  Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bill 4292, a supplemental budget bill today. Among the provisions in the bill was funding to relieve the outstanding school debt of Muskegon Heights Public School District. After the signing, state Rep. Will Snyder (D-Muskegon) issued the following statement: “Never have I been more proud to work on behalf of Muskegon County than this past week. The supplemental spending bill includes over $31 million to pay off debt in the Muskegon Heights Public School […]

todayDecember 18, 2023 1

African American Culture

Huizenga Votes to Make Juneteenth a Federal Holiday

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after voting in support of legislation to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. “Officially recognizing Juneteenth as a federal holiday helps commemorate the historical significance of the end of slavery,” said Congressman Bill Huizenga.“Making Juneteenth a federal holiday is absolutely the right thing to do and I proudly cast this vote.”

todayJune 16, 2021 4

Community Events

A historic reform: By Sen. Jon Bumstead 34th Senate District

A historic reform By Sen. Jon Bumstead 34th Senate District Sen. Bumstead People have been angry with the ridiculous cost of their auto insurance well before this last campaign season. This isn’t a new issue that rose from campaign promises. This has been an issue since I was in the state House and well before that.  The original no-fault law was enacted in the 1970s and promised Michiganders a host of things, savings being chief among them. But after decades […]

todayJuly 2, 2020