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Helicopter searches for missing Grandville woman

GRANDVILLE, Mich. (WZZM) -- The search continued Monday along the Grand River for a Grandville woman missing since the weekend.

51-year old Mary Tornga disappeared around 1:00am Sunday, after arguing with her husband.

They were driving home from a birthday party in Grand Rapids, when Tornga got out of the car near Market Street and I-196. She hasn't been seen since.

Grandville Police Chief Dan Steer says the family reported her missing later that day. Police decided to take action soon after she was reported missing. "Due to the fact that she was down here, middle of the night, with the water, the river being a concern too."

Monday afternoon, the Michigan State Police used its helicopter to search up and down the Grand River. There were no plans to search the river. "No, we're not going to put any divers in, heavy current, lots of snags, very dangerous to put boat in. We wouldn't even know where to begin."

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Free program helps home and business owners deal with mercury

(ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMPANY)– The Environmental Quality Company is proud to partner with The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Mercury Collection Project.

This is an on-going effort to collect and properly recycle mercury.  Small and large business operations have traditionally been overlooked during mercury collection events.  The project’s objective is to address this issue and promote a long-term solution for easily collecting and recycling of mercury.  The program is free to anyone located in Michigan – residents included. 

The program is easy.

Inaugural junior class surpasses national average ACT scores

Inaugural junior class surpasses national average ACT scores

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.-- Wellspring Preparatory High School’s junior class averaged a 23.4 score on the ACT, a curriculum and standards-based tool that assesses readiness for college.

The 2012 ACT report indicated the national average at 21.1 and state average at 20.1 out of a possible 36.

“This average truly reflects the hard work and dedication of our students and faculty,” said Wellspring Preparatory High School Principal Koree Woodward.  “We are dedicated to guiding our students down a path that will lead to life-long success and they are committed to putting in the effort that will help to position them for college.”

Wellspring Preparatory High School promotes academic excellence that directly leads to college readiness and success.

Enter the WZZM 13 'Made in Michigan' giveaway

(WZZM) -- WZZM 13 is highlighting companies that make products here in our state and you could be a winner. Friday we will announce the third winner of our Made in Michigan giveaway.

This week's prize package includes one box of Sweetland chocolate every month for a year, a premium twin mattress set from Jonathon Stevens, and makeup from Artistry cosmetics.

To enter the contest visit the WZZM 13 Grand Rapids Facebook page. You can enter the contest once each day. The winner will be announced Friday during WZZM 13 News at 6 p.m.

Click here for a list of all the

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Ottawa County Board of Commissioners Taking Road-Trip

     The Ottawa County Board of Commissioners is taking a road trip for its meeting later this month.  At 7:30pm on Tuesday April 23, it will hold a board meeing at Hudsonville City Hall.  Starting at 6:30 snacks will be served as will tours of the Health Department's Miles of Smiles mobile dental unit and equipment from the Sheriff's Department including a marine unit and newest squad car. 

The County Board meetings are regularly held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month beginning at 1:30pm in West Olive's Fillmore Street Complex.  The Board is hopeful this new twist will encourage more participation from citizens. 

The Board also has plans for a September meeting at the Grand Haven Courthouse. 

Be nice. Bench

Be nice. Bench

The community can check out his bench on display at the Rivertown Crossings Mall from April 8 through May 1. This bench was designed by art students at Grandville High School to be auctioned off in recognition of the West Michigan be nice, positive anti-bullying initiative & Mental Health Month.

For more information, Call (616)254-6570 or go on-line to www.grandville.k12.mi.us/ for more information.

Outback Ribbon Cutting

Outback Ribbon Cutting

Visit the Grandville Outback Steakhouse located at 3333 Century Center St. SW in Grandville, Michigan on Tuesday,  April 9, 2013 from 4pm to 7pm to check out their fresh new look. Experience a special happy hour to enjoy complimentary Aussie-tizers, along with great specials on Draft Beer & Sauza Gold Coast ‘Ritas! Take advantage of the special silent auction opportunity for Outback original artwork, straight off the walls with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Grandville’s Annual 4th of July Celebration

Call: (616)724-2329 or go on-line to www.grandvillejenisonchamber.com for more information.