From the Newsroom: The Holland Sentinel: Recent Episodes
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This week, The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo, Carolyn Muyskens, and Mitch Boatman discuss Holland City Council approving its development ordinance, Joshua Docter pleading guilty to making threats against Gov. Whitmer and President Biden, and Zeeland parents threatening to switch districts if mask mandate is reinstated at schools.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble chats with reporters Mitch Boatman, Arpan Lobo, and Cassie Lybrink about the retirement of two area superintendents, the condition of Lake Macatawa, and the latest with Marlena's Bistro and its fight with the state.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble, Arpan Lobo, and Mitch Boatman discuss Grand Valley State University's flagship medical building and the latest on a controversial statue honoring Civil War veterans in Allendale.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble, Carolyn Muyskens, and Mitch Boatman discuss Holland Public Schools' selecting its next superintendent and upcoming Pride events in the Holland area.
This week, The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo, Carolyn Muyskens, and Audra Gamble to discuss the Holland city budget, what's going on in Congress, and a plan in place for Michigan reopening.
Nearly 20 years after the death of her daughter, Karen Boes of Zeeland may get another chance to prove the innocence she’s clung to during her life sentence in prison.
The Sentinel staff talks the return of the Tulip Time festival and what it could mean for other festivals in a post-pandemic world, local election results and how they will affect community school districts, and the continuing vaccine rollout taking place in Michigan.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble talks with reporters Cassie Lybrink and Arpan Lobo about the latest with restaurant owner Marlena Pavlos-Hackney and Gov. Whitmer's visit to Douglas.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble, Arpan Lobo, Mitch Boatman, and Carolyn Muyskens discuss the latest on the pandemic in Michigan, the governor's recent response, how and why Michigan schools were denied a waiver for standardized testing, and how some communities are exploring ways to help business.
Despite Michigan's spring surge in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, there is some positive news on the horizon as vaccinations continue to be administered. The Sentinel staff discuss how COVID-19 has changed everyday life.
Aundria Bowman disappeared from her Hamilton home in 1989. This week, her adoptive father Dennis Bowman, charged in her murder, is in an Allegan County courtroom for a preliminary hearing. The Sentinel's Audra Gamble and Carolyn Muyskens discuss the recent events in the case.
The Holland Sentinel's Audra Gamble and Cassandra Lybrink discuss the case of Marlena Pavlos-Hackney who's ignoring state COVID-19 orders and keeping her restaurant open. Pavlos-Hackney pleaded her case Tuesday at a hearing to reinstate her food license.
The Sentinel's political trio sit down to discuss Gov. Whitmer's State of the State address from Wednesday, Jan. 27. Sentinel editor Sarah Leach, Managing Editor Audra Gamble and State Reporter Arpan Lobo analyze Whitmer's speech.
The Sentinel's Sarah Leach and Audra Gamble discuss the harrowing events in Washington DC and the U.S. Capitol.
The Sentinel's Sarah Leach and Audra Gamble discuss the presidential debate between President Donald Trump and Democratic candidate Joe Biden Thursday, Oct. 22.
The Sentinel's Sarah Leach, Arpan Lobo, and Audra Gamble review the Vice Presidential debate between Mike Pence and Kamala Harris.
President Donald Trump and Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden met Tuesday, Sept. 29, for the first presidential debate this election cycle. The Sentinel crew offers their thoughts on the night.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble and Arpan Lobo discuss former Michigan governor Rick Snyder's announcement he's backing Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden over President Trump.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble and Arpan Lobo offer their thoughts on the Republican National Convention.
Managing Editor Audra Gamble and Reporter Arpan Lobo discuss the start of the Democratic National Convention.
The Sentinel's Managing Editor Audra Gamble and Reporter Arpan Lobo provide analysis of the Aug. 4 primary election and the upcoming November General Election.
Civil rights groups in Michigan have called for the removal of a statue in Allendale that depicts Confederate and Union soldiers standing over a slave child, calling the statue divisive and a symbol of white supremacy.
The Sentinel's Cassie Daszko and former lead designer Rich Lakeberg discuss the intricacies of designing a daily newspaper from scratch.
Reporter Kate Carlson discusses the challenges and the biggest stories covering local business in the Holland area.
Managing editor Audra Gamble and courts reporter Carolyn Muyskens break down of of their most memorable stories they have covered in the journalism career. Both haven't been professional journalists for too long, but have covered things they never would have expected, like a sex shop in Zeeland, a turkey murder and a trial involving a child that would stick with them forever.
Holland Sentinel editors Brian Vernellis and Sarah Leach talk about major events that have happened during their careers as journalists. Everything from 9/11 to presidential elections to national football championships.
The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo and Audra Gamble break down what Bernie Sanders suspending his bid for the democratic presidential nomination means going forward, as well as possible running mates for Joe Biden.
The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo, Audra Gamble and Carolyn Muyskens talk about the results from primary election on Tuesday, March 10 including the Democratic nomination, the Park Township Airport millage and the Saugatuck Public Schools bond.
Gannett Michigan talked with voters across the state to get their thoughts on today's primary election.
The Sentinel's political duo Arpan Lobo and Audra Gamble talk about all the results from Super Tuesday and let people know what to look out for as Michigan heads to the polls on Tuesday, March 10.
The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo and Audra Gamble breakdown the last democratic debate on Tuesday, February 25 before Super Tuesday.
The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo and Audra Gamble discuss the Democratic presidential debate from Wednesday, February 19.
The Sentinel's political reporter Arpan Lobo and managing editor Audra Gamble recap the New Hampshire primary, look ahead to Nevada and South Carolina, and discuss the momentum Amy Klobuchar is generating.
The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo and Audra Gamble discuss Monday's Iowa caucus fiasco and Rep. Justin Amash's fundraising efforts.
Sarah Leach, Audra Gamble and Arpan Lobi discuss Governor Gretchen Whitmer's State of the State address.
Lakeshore Advantage President Jennifer Owens talks to former CEOs Jim Brooks and Dick Haworth on Jan. 30 at the Lakeshore Advantage annual meeting. Brooks and Haworth discussed their plans to roll out a community wide strategic planning initiative.
Civil rights leader Xernona Clayton visited with The Sentinel's Carolyn Muyskens prior to her speaking at Hope College's MLK Day Lecture on Monday, Jan. 20.
Reporter Arpan Lobo and managing editor Audra Gamble breakdown the good and the bad of the latest democratic debate.
The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo and Audra Gamble discuss the Democratic presidential debate from Thursday, Dec. 19.
Sentinel editor Sarah Leach sits down with the reporting staff which worked on a series of stories exploring marijuana issues in Michigan since Prop 1 was approved in November 2018.
Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates recently held a night of celebration to honor the immigrants the organization has helped and to hear their stories.
Holland Sentinel editor Sarah Leach, along with Managing Editor Audra Gamble and reporter Kate Carlson talk about the process of reporting on what started out as a local city commissioner who was called out for wearing a controversial shirt, but turned into much more.
Vice President Mike Pence visited Holland as part of his three-city bus tour through West Michigan on Wednesday, Dec. 4. The Sentinel's Kate Carlson, Arpan Lobo, and Brian Vernellis covered the big day.
The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo talks about the District Three GOP candidate forum from Monday, Dec. 2.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble and Arpan Lobo discuss the Democratic debate from Wednesday, Nov. 20.
The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo, Carolyn Muyskens, and Brian Vernellis discuss Tuesday's election, who the big winners were, and what comes next.
Mayor-elect Nathan Bocks spoke with The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo following his win on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Judge Karen Miedema instructs the jury foreman to read the verdicts facing Juan Sandro Cabrera on Wednesday, Oct. 30, at 20th Circuit Court in Grand Haven.
Editor Sarah Leach discusses the editorial process involving The Sentinel's story on "dark money" creeping into the Holland's mayor election.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble and Arpan Lobo discuss Tuesday night's Democratic presidential primary debate.
Editor Sarah Leach discusses the process Sentinel reporters and editors utilized when reporting on two stories — one involving a community columnist's piece on U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga and the other reporting on a flier expressing the viewpoints of Holland Mayor Nancy DeBoer and city council candidate Dr. Vicki Holmes on government protections for the LGBTQ community.
Reporters Kate Carlson, Arpan Lobo, and Carolyn Muyskens discuss their story on a flier featuring Holland mayor Nancy DeBoer and city council at-large candidate Dr. Vicki Holmes explaining their position on government protections for the LGBT community.
During the city council candidate forum in July, Dr. Vicki Holmes discusses her beliefs on government protections for the LGBTQ community.
Holland Sentinel reporters Arpan Lobo, Kate Carlson and Carolyn Muyskens talk about the recent candidate forum between Holland Mayor Nancy DeBoer and local real estate attorney Nathan Bocks.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble and Carolyn Muyskens discuss the trial of Jared Chance, who was recently found guilty in the second-degree murder and dismemberment of Ashley Young.
Reporter Cassie Daszko sits down with local therapist Kristen Hunsberger to talk about anxiety and depression. How it affects young adults and how parents and loved ones can help those who are struggling.
Education reporter Mitchell Boatman talks with Saugatuck Superintendent Dr. Tim Travis about Saugatuck's back to school plans.
The Sentinel's political reporter Arpan Lobo and managing editor Audra Gamble analyze the two-night Democratic debates from Detroit.
The Sentinel's political reporter Arpan Lobo discusses Rev. Bryan Berghoef (D) announcing his candidacy for the District Two seat, currently held by U.S. Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Zeeland.
The U.S. Women's National Team won its fourth World Cup in the program's history while the players raise the issue of equal pay with their male counterparts.
The District Three race is heating up with plenty of candidates looking to un-seat incumbent Justin Amash.
The Sentinel's political reporter Arpan Lobo discusses the two-night Democratic debates with Editor-in-Chief Sarah Leach and Digital Director Brian Vernellis.
Derek Hoehn with Out on the Lakeshore sits down with The Sentinel's Kate Carlson to discuss this weekend's Holland Pride weekend festivities.
Big Read & Little Read Director and Hope professor Deb Van Duinen stopped by The Sentinel to talk this year's selections for the Big Read and Little Read.
Managing Editor Audra Gamble discusses the two-day court hearing of Keith Williams, 58, who was found guilty of first degree premeditated murder.
World War II veteran John Yester, 102, recalls his service in the Army and being part of Operation Neptune, wading ashore Omaha Beach on D-Day
Lakeshore Advantage's Jennifer Owens discusses why she thinks Holland has been named the "Best Small City to Start a Business," by WalletHub for four consecutive years.
Dets. Sara Fillman and Jeremy Baum with Ottawa County Sheriff's Office discuss procedures and methods in solving cold cases.
Sentinel reporter Arpan Lobo discusses his interview with Governor Gretchen Whitmer and covering her appearance at the Governor's Luncheon on Wednesday.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer made her first appearance at Tulip Time as governor and spoke with The Sentinel's Arpan Lobo before she walked in the Volsparade.
Tulip Time's Gwen Auwerda and Simone Weithers discuss the festival's history, significance to the community, and the big plans to honor its 90th anniversary.
The Sentinel's Executive Editor Sarah Leach and Managing Editor Audra Gamble, who attended Juan Nunez's resentencing, discuss the case and the court's reaction.
The Sentinel's Kate Carlson and Brian Vernellis discuss what it was like from the media perspective covering President Trump's visit to Grand Rapids last week.
Listen to President Trump's full speech from his rally on Thursday, March 28, at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids.
Executive Editor Sarah Leach discusses Hope College's hiring of a law firm to review its procedures following a recent faculty shakeup in the Music Department.
Sentinel reporter Audra Gamble discusses Boersen Farms' recent legal woes as it faces its sixth lawsuit in two years.
About 50 people came to the Herrick District Library on March 5 for a Living Sustainably Along the Lakeshore program that focused on the issue of affordable housing in Ottawa County.
Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist visited Holland as part of his West Michigan tour on Monday, stopping by the West Coast Chamber of Commerce office.
Jane Clark and Jodi Owczarski from the Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce discuss the challenges local employers face in the current labor shortage.
The Sentinel's Sarah Leach and Audra Gamble discuss the latest developments with police in the shooting death of 14-year-old Troy "TJ" Wells.
Municipal government reporter Kate Carlson talks about the city of Holland's efforts to bring more than 200 apartments and townhomes to east Holland.
Yanfeng Automotive Interiors Executive Director of Research, Technology and New Mobility Jeff Stout discussed the future of autonomous vehicles and how it will impact American citizens and industries at this month's Wake Up West Coast event, sponsored by the West Coast Chamber.
The mother of GVSU student Rosemarie Reilly, who was killed by an ex-boyfriend, wants answers and justice for her daughter's death.
Hope College's Music Department has experienced recent faculty turnover to the frustration of alumni and students.
The Sentinel's Audra Gamble discusses the latest developments with the Michael McNeal case, who's in circuit court for allegedly killing his wife and disfiguring himself after a failed suicide attempt.
Education reporter Erin Dietzer visited the Holland/Black River FIRST Robotics Team as they build their robot for the upcoming season.
Ella Weymon with Weymon & Associates talks about the upcoming tax season with The Sentinel's business reporter Cassandra Bondie.
Ottawa County Parks and Recreation Manager John Scholtz is retiring this summer. He sits down with The Sentinel's Kate Carlson to discuss his career with the county.
New details emerged late last week regarding the disappearance of Ashley Young and the involvement of Jared Chance and his parents. The Sentinel's Audra Gamble and Sarah Leach discuss the details released by authorities and the future of the case.
Former Holland resident Jared Chance faces charges of mutilation of a body and concealing the death of Ashley Young. The Sentinel's Audra Gamble, Sarah Leach, and Brian Vernellis discuss the latest details.
On her last day at The Sentinel, municipal reporter Sydney Smith looks back at her time covering local politics and issues.
Moderator Kathryn Jean Lopez with the National Review Institute leads a panel featuring John O'Sullivan from National Review, Rev. Robert Sirico with the Acton Institute, and Dr. Jeffrey Polet with Hope College for the Kirk on Campus event at Hope College.
The Sentinel's Sydney Smith discusses the latest in affordable housing with Housing Next Director Ryan Kilpatrick.
Cops reporter Audra Gamble, editor Sarah Leach, and digital director Brian Vernellis discuss the case of Davian Weston, who's charged with bringing a gun to West Ottawa High.
Sentinel public safety reporter Audra Gamble discusses how to be safe in Michigan's lakes, following a recent string of water rescues by police and the Coast Guard.
Meika Weiss with Pedal Holland discuss her organization's mission, its sustainability efforts, and turning more people onto bicycling.
The Sentinel's Sydney Smith, Sarah Leach, and Brian Vernellis discuss the next steps in the Civic Center development project.
Sentinel intern and Central Michigan student Melissa Frick talks about her summer in the newsroom, what she learned from her experience, and how college students get their news.