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Cedar Springs Public Schools Education: 2,801 white students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

By North Kent News | Dec 2, 2023

In Cedar Springs Public Schools 87.5% of students identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

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How many white students were enrolled in Kalamazoo Public Schools in 2022-23 school year?

By North Kent News | Dec 1, 2023

There were 4,344 white students enrolled in Kalamazoo Public Schools schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Michigan Department of Education.

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'We tried to warn everyone': Rep. Posthumus says DTE rate increase has begun an 'era of unprecedented expenses' for Michigan residents

By North Kent News | Dec 1, 2023

House Republican Floor Leader Bryan Posthumus has expressed his concerns following the Michigan Public Service Commission's decision to authorize DTE Energy to raise rates on customers by $368 million, a 6.4% increase. In a statement, Posthumus warned that this rate increase marked the beginning of an era of unprecedented expenses for Michigan families."We tried to warn everyone this would happen, and it sure didn't take long: the beginning of an era of unprecedented expenses for Michigan families has begun," Posthumus said. He went on to criticize Governor Whitmer's...

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Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 86.9% of Rockford Public Schools's student body in 2022-23 school year

By North Kent News | Nov 30, 2023

In Rockford Public Schools 86.9% of students identified as white in the 2022-23 school year.

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Huizenga applauds Ottawa County road funding grant

By North Kent News | Nov 29, 2023

LANSING, Mich. — Sen. Mark Huizenga has announced that Ottawa County will be receiving grant funding to make significant improvements to 8th Avenue and Hayes Street. The project aims to enhance efficiency and safety on these important trade routes, providing easy access to I-96.Huizenga, R-Walker, emphasized the significance of this project, stating, "This is an important trade route that connects different industries to one another and provides easy access to I-96. This project is a great example of the long-term investments we should be making both locally and statewide...

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Rep. Bryan Posthumus: Whitmer energy package is just a multi-billion-dollar campaign stunt at Michigan’s expense

By North Kent News | Nov 28, 2023

State Representative and Republican Floor Leader Bryan Posthumus criticized Governor Gretchen Whitmer's recently signed energy package, calling it a "multi-billion-dollar campaign stunt" that will burden the people of Michigan. The package, which includes a 2040 wind and solar energy mandate for utility providers and vehicle manufacturers, has raised concerns about its feasibility and impact on energy affordability and reliability.Posthumus expressed doubt about the successful implementation of the governor's energy plan, stating, "If the way they passed this law is any...

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Kent County in week ending Nov. 25?

By North Kent News | Nov 26, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Kent County was found at one gas station in the week ending Nov. 25, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former North Kent News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 27?

By North Kent News | Nov 25, 2023

These former North Kent News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 27.

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North Kent News area weekly mass times

By North Kent News | Nov 25, 2023

The following parishes in the North Kent News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Comstock Park Public Schools sees decline in number of students ready for math classes in college in 2021-22 school year

By North Kent News | Nov 24, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 17.6% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.

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Higher college readiness rates in math among Kenowa Hills Public Schools students in 2021-22 school year

By North Kent News | Nov 23, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 19.7% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.

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Fewer Tri County Area Schools students ready for college-level math in 2021-22 school year

By North Kent News | Nov 22, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 25.2% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Kent County in week ending Nov. 18

By North Kent News | Nov 22, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Kent County was found at one gas station in the week ending Nov. 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Kent County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Nov. 18

By North Kent News | Nov 21, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Kent County was found at one gas station in the week ending Nov. 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Are Sparta Area Schools students in 2021-22 ready for college-level math courses?

By North Kent News | Nov 21, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 26.4% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Kent County in week ending Nov. 18?

By North Kent News | Nov 20, 2023

The lowest price of e85 gas in cities throughout Kent County was found at one gas station in the week ending Nov. 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Sen. Huizenga comments on death of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter

By North Kent News | Nov 20, 2023

Sen. Mark Huizenga, R-Walker, expressed his condolences upon learning of the passing of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter. In a statement, he said, "I was saddened to hear about the passing of former First Lady Rosalynn Carter. She illustrated that you don't need to be an elected official or in office to have a tremendous impact on people's lives."Huizenga acknowledged Carter's significant contributions to society, particularly through her work with the Carter Work Project. He stated, "Her work through the Carter Work Project has helped so many people across the globe, and...

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Are Kalamazoo Public Schools students in 2021-22 ready for college-level math courses?

By North Kent News | Nov 20, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 28.3% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Kent County in week ending Nov. 18?

By North Kent News | Nov 19, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Kent County was found at one gas station in the week ending Nov. 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How many Northview Public Schools students were considered ready for college-level math classes in 2021-22 school year?

By North Kent News | Nov 19, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 29.1% of the students were set for college-level math classes based on their performance on the math portion of the SAT.