14+ New Year Resolutions for Lowell
It’s that time of year when people are inclined to reflect on where they are in life and where they would like to go. To find out what’s on the minds of our local leaders, […]
Township News
Lowell Voter Turnout and Results for the 2018 Midterm Election
The 2018 midterm election is in the books. We know who won local, state and national races, but maybe you’re wondering how Lowell voted specifically. Thanks to data published by the Kent County Clerk’s office […]
Lowell Township Park Set to Open Next Year
The construction behind Walgreens on Bowes Road has intrigued some people. Why, they wonder, is there what looks like a second parking lot behind the playground? And when will the park be completed? We met […]
Meadowview Farm: Equestrian Pursuits for Everyone
The dog is not the least bit intimidated. A tall grey horse enters the pasture, and the Jack Russell Terrier hops, barks once and wags her tail in anticipation. She obviously thinks the large animal […]
Ride for Warriors to be Held Sunday
This Sunday, bicyclists will gather at Alto Veterans Park to take part in an annual event to support local veterans. The Ride for Warriors is a way for people to show support for both current […]
Lowell Farm One of 40 Nationwide Selected for Barn Painting
Kirk Sterzick isn’t sure why his barn was selected for a special painting by the Certified Angus Beef brand, but he’s honored all the same. “They’re celebrating their 40-year anniversary and painting 40 barns across […]
Alto Fire Department Chief Retires after 26 Years of Service
The Alto Fire Department said goodbye to their leader for the past nine years and member of the department for a quarter century. Chief Phil Dougherty spent his last day on the job manning a […]
Kent County Youth Fair on Track to Move in 2020
It wouldn’t be summer in Lowell without the Kent County Youth Fair. For generations, kids from across the country have streamed into the city to show animals and other exhibits at Recreation Park. “My dad […]
Alden Nash: Man of Mystery
Last March, we had a great idea. We would start writing a series of articles on local historic figures. However, we didn’t want to write about Daniel Marsac or Madame LaFromboise, about whom so much […]
Lowell Township Honors Betty Yeiter at Board Meeting
Crews have been making steady progress on the North Grand River Riverfront Park. Once completed, the park – which is located in Lowell Township just south of the Walgreens on Main Street – will have […]