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The first West Nile virus death of the year has been reported in Kent County, Michigan, involving an adult with underlying health conditions, highlighting the ongoing risk of mosquito-borne illnesses during peak season and the importance of prevention measures.
A resident in Kent County, Michigan, has died from West Nile Virus, marking the first such death in the area in 2025. Mosquitoes carrying the virus have been found nearby, emphasizing the importance of preventive measures like using insect repellent and eliminating standing water. Most infections are mild, but severe cases can be fatal, and there is no vaccine available.
Two West Michigan counties, Kent and Kalamazoo, were listed as sanctuary jurisdictions by the DHS despite denying such status, highlighting tensions over federal immigration enforcement and potential impacts on federal funding.
A mosquito in Kent County, Michigan, has tested positive for the Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV), a potentially serious mosquito-borne disease. The Kent County Health Department advises residents to take precautions such as using DEET-based repellents, wearing long sleeves, and eliminating standing water to prevent mosquito bites. No human cases have been reported this summer, but several mosquitoes and animals have tested positive for JCV and West Nile virus in the state.
Voters in the Grand Rapids area and across Michigan will decide on various local elections, tax requests, and ballot questions. Unofficial results will be updated throughout the night for contested races in Kent and Ottawa counties. The article provides a list of candidates and proposals in each county, including mayoral races, city council positions, and school bond proposals.
Two cases of West Nile Virus have been detected in Ottawa County and one case in Kent County, Michigan. A survivor of the virus, Alan Walczak, is urging caution and sharing his story to raise awareness about the importance of taking precautions such as using bug spray and wearing long-sleeved clothing. While severe cases like Walczak's are rare, recent diagnoses highlight the need for prevention. West Nile Virus primarily affects individuals aged 60 and older.
A man was shot during a fight at a car show in Cascade Township, Kent County, Michigan, on Saturday night. The event attracted over 100 vehicles, and most of the crowd fled as police arrived, leaving behind large amounts of trash and signs of reckless driving. The victim was taken to the hospital and is in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident and ask anyone with information to come forward.
Thousands of customers in Kent County, Michigan are without power due to unknown causes. Consumers Energy is working to restore power, with estimated restoration times ranging from 7:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. for affected areas in downtown Grand Rapids and north of Rockford.