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Muskegon’s Move To The OK Black Conference: Who, When and Why?

While the move is primarily viewed through a football lens due to Muskegon’s strong program and the current fall time frame, the move is described as a benefit for the district’s other sporting programs. The realignment matches schools closer in total student enrollment. The new OK Black has a size range of only a few hundred students from largest to smallest. Previously, Muskegon played schools twice its size, such as Rockford.

President Rev. Charles Poole to Step Down After 22 Years on Muskegon’s Board of Education

Rev. Poole advocated for departing board member Earl “Bill” O’Brien to fill the vacancy in his comments Tuesday. O’Brien recently lost reelection, coming third in a field of four candidates vying for two seats. “Bill is needed at this time in ways many don’t even realize,” said Rev. Poole.

As New Members Sworn In, Heights Council Approves Police Internship Program, Names Sims Next Mayor Pro Tem

The changing of the guard on the Muskegon Heights City Council includes several changes in the coming weeks. Among them, the position of mayor pro tem will change. As the top recipient of votes in this year’s election, mayor pro tem will pass to councilwoman Sims from its current holder, councilman Watson, effective immediately for the next year. In one year, Patrice Johnson will take the reins, having received the second highest vote tally.

Heights School Board Questions Validity of State Takeover Comments, Gives Deficit Answer Timeline

Comments from Education Achievement System chancellor John Covington come as the board, district superintendent Dr. Dana Bryant, the district’s auditors and representatives of other arms of the district will head to Lansing Wednesday to submit their deficit elimination plan for the coming school year.

County Expands Daily Drop-off Program for Unused and Expired Medication

Montague, Muskegon, Norton Shores and Roosevelt Park Police Departments plus the County Sheriff’s office are involved. Fruitport, Muskegon Heights, Muskegon Township, North Muskegon and Whitehall are expected to join the program in the coming months.

Department of Justice Grant Helps Muskegon County Sheriff’s Office Get Buy-1-Get-1 Deal on Bulletproof Vests

Andrew Trzaska | November 9, 2011 The Muskegon County Sheriff’s Office will be able to purchase two bulletproof vests from

Results of Key 2011 Elections in Muskegon County

Andrew Trzaska | November 9, 2011 Vote numbers certified by the Muskegon County Clerk’s office, with all precincts reporting. (i)

Muskegon “Love Note” Initiatives Get Support From City, Fees Waived – Snowboard Inventor Statue Event Coming Up Saturday

This summer, the Foundation (CFFMC) gave out $3,000 total for what it called “Love Notes” – relatively small things or actions to add value to the Muskegon community. Kenneth Johnson used his $500 as start-up cash to organize “Play it Forward”, a large, multi-performance music coming up Saturday, 11/12. It will raise money for a sculpture honoring the invention of the snowboard in Muskegon.

Muskegon Heights Mayoral Candidate Forum: A Breakdown

The four candidates discussed topics of public safety, consolidation, image perception issues and communication between the city and other parts of the community, including Muskegon Heights Public Schools.

Muskegon Heights City Council Candidate Forum: A Breakdown

Running for three Council seats, four candidates spoke about economic development, neighborhood involvement, transit in the city and the community’s connection to city hall. Their answers, as well as paraphrased versions of the questions (or groups of similar questions) can be found below.

More Muskegon Residents to Qualify for Weatherization and Emergency Repair Funds

To previously qualify for use of these funds, a household’s income had to equal 50% or less of the city’s annual median income (AMI). With Tuesday’s resolution, households with incomes 50 to 60% of AMI can now qualify for vinyl siding application, emergency repairs and other weatherization. This new portion of households (from 50-60% AMI) will be required to pay in a $250 up-front fee for emergency repairs.