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🌱 How a Holland lawmaker is reshaping Michigan’s reading instruction

Holland, Michigan Patch AM: a 4 min read

Good morning Holland! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a Holland lawmaker is reshaping Michigan’s reading instruction
  • What exactly did a Holland resident see hovering in the sky?

Also on today's calendar: June Tournament (Details Coming Soon) and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 76 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Saturday: Breezy; a p.m. t-shower, temps: high: 82, low: 59.
  • Sunday: Breezy and not as warm, with a high of 70 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Michigan bills aimed at improving student literacy clear House committee (bridgedetroit.com) — Michigan lawmakers just advanced several literacy bills, and Holland’s own Rep. Nancy DeBoer is playing a key role as chair of the House Education and Workforce Committee. The measures would require science-of-reading training for new teachers, literacy training for all K–5 educators, and dyslexia-focused support in every school. If passed, they could significantly shape how Holland students learn to read.
   

• Michigan UFO Sightings Are Being Reported More Than Ever in 2026 (lansing730.com) — Michigan has seen a spike in UFO reports this year, including one right here in Holland where a witness saw a bright circular object hover briefly before darting into the clouds. The article rounds up similar sightings across the state, noting that many are logged with the National UFO Reporting Center and later investigated. Readers are encouraged to treat the stories as intriguing but unproven.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • A neighbor of mine down the street (I’m off 17th and van raalte)
    Stopped by and chatted with the neighbor about getting it cleaned up. About 20 mins into the cut the gentleman showed up and I introduced myself. … (Nextdoor Westcore Neighbors)
  • Maywood Ave has a large downed tree.
    One person is out with powersaw. If anyone can help , I’m sure he can use help! (Nextdoor Butternut)
  • XPO Inc. posted a job opening for Forklift Operator - Afternoon Shift in Holland. Apply here.
  • XPO Logistics, Inc. posted a job opening for Forklift Operator - Part Time in Holland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Holland here.

🗞 Nearby News

Zeeland

  • Signals Down After Crash Near Zeeland (whtc.com)
  • 3298 Hillcrest Way, Zeeland, MI 49464 (zillow.com)
  • Schedule Is Finalized for Silver Maple Solar Project Application Before MPSC (legalnews.com)

Saugatuck

  • Mt. Baldhead Park in Saugatuck offers stunning views and a 303-stair workout for summer visitors (fox17online.com)

Ok Holland! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Holland

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Holland

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.