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Muskegon Lady Reds to Be Celebrated After Historic State Championship Win

Muskegon Lady Reds to Be Celebrated After Historic State Championship Win MUSKEGON, MI — The city is still buzzing with pride after the Muskegon High School Lady Reds made history, capturing their first-ever girls basketball state championship. Now, the community is coming together to celebrate this incredible achievement in a big way. The Muskegon Lady Reds State Championship Celebration will take place on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 3:00 PM inside the Redmond Potter Gymnasium. Fans, families, and supporters are […]

March 26, 2026 1

African American Culture

Muskegon Lady Reds Capture Historic First State Championship

Muskegon Lady Reds Capture Historic First State Championship History has been made in Muskegon. The Muskegon Lady Reds girls basketball team has officially etched their name in the record books, capturing the program’s first-ever state championship. In a season defined by resilience, unity, and relentless determination, the Lady Reds rose to the top and delivered a championship performance that will be remembered for generations. In the championship game, Muskegon defeated Detroit Renaissance with a final score of 34–29, sealing the […]

March 22, 2026 3

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Hackley Community Care Launches New Patient Transportation Program in Partnership with Pioneer Resources

Muskegon, Michigan – Hackley Community Care (HCC) is proud to announce the launch of a new Patient Transportation Program, created in partnership with Pioneer Resources, to help ensure that all HCC patients have reliable access to medical, mental health, dental, specialty, and referral appointments. Beginning February 9, transportation will be available to every HCC patient with a scheduled appointment, whether at an HCC location or a specialty provider. The program has no geographic limits, and all transportation will be provided […]

February 10, 2026

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Muskegon City Commissioner Jay Kilgo Runs for State Senate

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jay Kilgo Announces Campaign for Michigan State Senate in District 32 Muskegon, MI — Jay Kilgo (Ward 1 Muskegon City Commissioner) is announcing his candidacy for the Michigan State Senate in District 32, launching a campaign focused on strengthening local communities and ensuring every resident has a fair opportunity to thrive. Kilgo, a Democrat, enters the race with deep roots in West Michigan and a commitment to delivering practical, people-centered solutions for the region. “In every conversation […]

January 14, 2026 1

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The Legends of Laughter starring Earthquake, Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Don DC Curry

The Legends of Laughter Lineup: Earthquake, Sommore, Lavell Crawford, Don DC Curry DeVos Performance Hall Grand Rapids, MI February 15, 2026 – (Valentine’s Day Weekend Show) *7pm show Please list full lineup in all promos/liners – The Legends of laughter means nothing (otherwise) to your audience. Ticket Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/08006342B2A83809

January 13, 2026 1

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Fruitport’s Johnnie Kempker Wins Prestigious NFL Way to Play High School Award

Fruitport’s Johnnie Kempker Wins Prestigious NFL Way to Play High School Award MUSKEGON, Mich. — WUVS 103.7 The Beat is proud to celebrate a major achievement by one of our area’s own. Fruitport High School standout Johnnie Kempker has been named the Week 17 recipient of the NFL Way to Play High School Award, a national honor recognizing student-athletes who demonstrate outstanding sportsmanship, proper playing technique, and respect for the game of football. Johnnie earned the recognition for his impressive […]

December 31, 2025 1

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Jasmine Crockett launches historic campaign for US Senate in Texas

Jasmine Crockett, the high-profile congresswoman from Texas, has officially launched her campaign for the U.S. Senate, marking the beginning of a historic campaign that could see her become the first Black woman to hold the seat from the state. It would also mark the first time in the history of the Senate that three Black women have served simultaneously. Crockett filed paperwork to become a candidate for the Democratic primary election on March 3 and will announce publicly at a […]

December 8, 2025 1

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Rep. Ilhan Omar says Trump has ‘creepy obession’ with her and Somali community

U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar called out President Donald Trump on Sunday, days after his vicious personal attacks on her and the Somali immigrant community in her home state of Minnesota. “It’s disgusting. It’s completely disgusting,” Omar told CBS on “Face the Nation.” The 43-year-old congresswoman and former Somali child refugee said of the president, “These are Americans that he is calling garbage, and we feel like there is an unhealthy obsession that he has on the Somali community, and an […]

December 8, 2025

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Redistricting in Indiana faces ultimate test in state Senate

A proposal to redraw Indiana’s congressional boundaries faces its first public test in the state Senate on Monday, with no clarity on whether it can pass a final vote later in the week despite months of pressure from President Donald Trump. Senators will take action on a bill designed to favor GOP candidates in the upcoming midterm elections. However, many Republicans, who control the chamber, have been hesitant or even outright opposed to the idea of mid-decade redistricting. Several have also been threatened over their opposition or unwillingness […]

December 8, 2025 1