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  • Local Government

    Sen. Albert Announces In-District Office Hours in Calhoun and Kalamazoo Counties

    State Sen. Thomas Albert has scheduled in-district office hours to meet with residents at two locations on Monday, March 18. The times and locations for the office hours are not yet announced."Office hours are open to district residents to talk about issues related to state government or to request assistance with a state issue," said Sen. Albert. "Priority will be given to constituents seeking to discuss issues that require privacy."Residents unable to attend office hours may contact Albert’s Senate office via email at [email protected], by calling 517-373-1734, or by...

  • Local Government

    Sen. Albert schedules Feb. 23 office hours in Allegan and Barry counties

    State Senator Thomas Albert has announced that he will be holding office hours in Allegan and Barry counties on Friday, February 23. The purpose of these office hours is to give residents an opportunity to discuss any issues they may have related to state government or to seek assistance with a state matter.The office hours will be open to all district residents, with priority given to those who need to discuss matters that require privacy. No appointment is necessary, although it is advised to arrive early as space may be limited at some locations.Senator Albert...

  • Local Government

    Sen. Albert: Governor’s proposed budget would continue irresponsible taxpayer-funded spending spree

    State Senator Thomas Albert, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, criticized Governor Gretchen Whitmer's proposed budget, calling it an irresponsible taxpayer-funded spending spree. According to Senator Albert, the governor's budget would burden taxpayers, threaten the financial future of children, and reverse the progress made in paying off debt and improving the state's finances.Senator Albert accused Governor Whitmer of depleting a $9 billion surplus by unnecessarily increasing the state employee payroll and expanding government programs. With the surplus...

  • Local Government

    Sen. Albert Criticizes Gov. Whitmer's State of the State Address

    State Senator Thomas Albert, a Republican from Lowell, has voiced his criticism of Governor Gretchen Whitmer's 2024 State of the State address. In a statement, Senator Albert highlighted his concerns about the governor's proposed policies and called for a different approach.According to Senator Albert, the governor's plans rely on an assumption that the government knows what is best for the people of Michigan. He expressed his belief that the state should not be overly reliant on "Big Government central planners" and should instead focus on proven strategies that benefit...

  • Local Government

    Sen. Albert schedules Jan. 12 office hours in Ionia and Kent counties

    State Sen. Thomas Albert has announced that he will be holding office hours in Ionia and Kent counties on January 12th. This provides an opportunity for residents to meet with the senator and discuss issues related to state government or seek assistance with a state matter.The office hours will be held at two locations, starting with the Lake Odessa Community Library in Lake Odessa from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. The second location will be at Biggby Coffee in Lowell from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. These office hours are open to all district residents, and no appointment is...

  • Local Government

    Sen. Albert schedules Dec. 18 office hours in Calhoun and Kalamazoo counties

    State Senator Thomas Albert has announced that he will be holding office hours in Calhoun and Kalamazoo counties on Monday, December 18th. This is an opportunity for residents to meet with the senator and discuss any issues related to state government or to seek assistance with a state matter.The office hours will be open to all district residents, and Senator Albert encourages constituents to come forward and share their concerns. He stated, "I believe it is important to be accessible to the people I represent. These office hours provide an opportunity for residents to...

  • Schools

    Women's History Month

    Kentwood Public Schools joins members of our community in celebrating Women's History Month, which kicks off today.

  • Schools

    Michigan School Band & Orchestra Association Festival

    For the first time since 2018, the 8th grade middle school orchestra and band combined to compete at the Michigan School Band & Orchestra Association festival

  • Local Government

    4-week Adult Art Series!

    Let's get creative! Register now for our new 4-week Adult Art Series!

  • Local Government

    Kent County Community Needs Survey

    Kent County Community Action is asking for input from Kent County residents as it plans how best to use resources to meet the community's needs in the coming years.

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