Grand rising, West Michigan. Happy Early Thanksgiving from Lakeshore Current! With much to be thankful for, family and friends make the feast 🦃 

In today’s Lakeshore Current:

• Health Center In Holland 🏥 

• 900 Frozen Turkeys 🦃 

• 21-Foot Waves 🌊 

Let’s dive in

— Courtland Stansberry

THE DIGEST

Possible 21-Foot Waves Today With Gale Warning

Attention wave enthusiasts! Get ready to capture an awe-inspiring spectacle along the Lake Michigan shoreline, as the National Weather Service warns of waves reaching up to 21 feet! A gale warning is in effect from Wednesday night through Monday, with Thursday set to be the most dramatic. The southern region, south of Pentwater, could see the largest swells, while the north may witness impressive waves of up to 18 feet. Expect strong winds gusting up to 50 mph, along with rain in the southern area. Waves will start at 7 to 10 feet, building to 12 to 16 feet, with the chance for occasional 21-foot giants. As Thursday night arrives, conditions will start to calm, leaving peak heights around 12 feet. Friday may see occasional 18-foot waves, tapering off to about 13 feet overnight, with the weekend bringing smaller swells. Prepare for an extraordinary lakeside experience!

900 Frozen Turkeys For Thanksgiving

The Muskegon Rescue Mission (MRM), a leading provider of emergency shelter services in West Michigan, is seeking community support for its annual Turkey Drop to brighten the holiday season for families in need. MRM aims to collect 900 frozen turkeys for Thanksgiving meals, which can be dropped off at its Men’s Shelter on Nov. 20, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Executive Director Dan Skoglund emphasized that Thanksgiving is a time for community and gratitude, and MRM is committed to making a difference. The turkeys will be included in baskets distributed during the Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway, ensuring every family can enjoy a holiday meal together.

In addition to individual donations, MRM has partnered with Hazekamp’s Premier Foods, which will contribute 400 turkeys, as well as with Mel Trotter Ministries and Gateway Mission, to tackle hunger and homelessness in the region. Skoglund highlighted the growing need for food support this year. Those who cannot attend the Turkey Drop but wish to support it can make monetary donations online at muskegonmission.org/turkeydrop.

Warm Lake Michigan Hints At Winter Outcomes

Lake Michigan’s surface water temperature is currently 6.3 degrees above normal, significantly warmer as winter approaches. On November 17, NOAA reported an average surface temperature of 53.5 degrees— the highest recorded for that date since 2016 when it was 53.11 degrees. The long-term average for this date is 47.2 degrees, indicating that Lake Michigan has not cooled as quickly as typical over the past few months.

This unusually warm water could affect Lower Michigan's weather in two major ways. First, any cold air moving over Lake Michigan may be warmed by 5 to 10 degrees, possibly impacting air temperatures in Wisconsin. Second, there’s a potential for lake-effect snow, dependent on cold air from Canada moving south. However, if the warm conditions persist, significant lake-effect snowfall may not occur until later in December.

LOCAL BUSINESS

Preventative Health Center Opens In Holland

Lakeshore-area patients can now access Exponential Health's concierge-style medicine at their new Holland clinic, located at 3299 N. Wellness Drive. Led by Dr. Gerry Witherell, who has a loyal patient base, the clinic offers preventive care with more time for each patient, accommodating a maximum of 300 patients per doctor. The 3,500-square-foot facility includes five exam rooms and on-site lab services. Exponential Health operates on a membership model, costing between $1,000 and $4,000 per year, providing comprehensive services like physicals and screenings. Their Grand Rapids flagship clinic opened in December 2023. More info here.

Manufacturing Facility Coming To Norton Shores

Rollon Corporation, a global automation manufacturer, is investing $16 million to build a 147,000-square-foot facility in Norton Shores, set to open in summer 2025. The new site will produce linear motion systems for various industries, including aerospace and medical equipment, and is expected to create up to 43 jobs. Rollon aims to enhance its manufacturing capabilities with advanced digital systems and smart manufacturing processes. Local incentives, including a 12-year property tax abatement, support the project. Mayor Gary Nelund emphasized the significant economic impact, complemented by GE Aerospace's nearby expansion plans.

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN

MUSKEGON

Thursday - Muskegon Farmers Market 8-2pm

Wonderland Distillery - Trivia Night 7pm

Free Thursdays at Muskegon Museum of Art

Frauenthal Center - Muskegon Civic Theatre presents A Christmas Carol 7:30pm

Friday - Lotus Room - Blues Blast 7pm

Trinity Health Arena - Muskegon Lumberjacks 7pm

Ravel & Gershwin with the West Michigan Symphony 7:30pm

Frauenthal Center - Muskegon Civic Theatre presents A Christmas Carol 7:30pm

Saturday - Muskegon Farmers Market 8-2pm

The Block - Claire Huangci – Classical Piano 7:30pm

Unruly Brewing - Unruly Comedy: The Set About Nothing 9:30pm

Trinity Health Arena - Muskegon Lumberjacks Police and Fire Night 6pm

Frauenthal Center - Muskegon Civic Theatre presents A Christmas Carol 7:30pm

Sunday - Sand Bar - Live music with Kindred

Monday - Pigeon Hill - Trivia Night 7pm

GRAND HAVEN

Thursday- Grand Armory Live Music

Friday- Downtown - Holiday Light Night 5-8pm

Odd Side Live Music 8-11pm

Saturday- Allendale Artisan & Craft Marketplace 9am-3pm

Sunday - Grand Armory - Sunday Euchre 2pm

Monday - Odd side - Pub Trivia Night

HOLLAND

Thursday - Curragh Irish Pub - Trivia Night 8pm

DeWitt Theatre - Much Ado About Nothing 7:30-9:30pm

Friday - Park Theatre Live Music 8-11pm

Saturday - Holland Farmers Market 8-2pm

Holland Civic Center Place - Holiday Kerstmarkt 9am-6pm

Downtown Holland - Holiday Open House 5-8pm

Sunday - New Holland Brewing - Trivia Night 6pm

Park Theatre - Comedian Ben Bailey Host of “Cash Cab” 7pm

Monday - Curragh Irish Pub - Trivia Night 8pm

WEATHER

Thursday

48 🌡️ 40 | 🌧️ |

Friday

52 🌡️ 39 | ⛅️ |

Saturday

54 🌡️ 46 | ⛅️ |

Sunday

57 🌡️ 47 | ⛅️ |

Monday

54🌡️ 44 | ⛅️ |

LIVE MUSIC

Thursday

Grand Armory I Roger GondaI I 6:30pm

Sandy Point I BPM Jazz I 6pm

Friday

Grand Armory I The Smokin' Dobroleles I 6:30pm

Park Theatre I Hunter Root w/ special guests Roosevelt Diggs I 8pm

Itty Bitty Bar I Simply In Time I 9pm

Hops at 84 East I Brett Bouchard I 8pm

Wicks Park Bar & Grille I Drew Behringer I 8pm

Saturday

Red Rooster Tavern I Lar & Jer Acoustic Duo I 8pm

The Valkyrie I Legal Rehab I 7pm

Off The Chain Brewstillery I Gibson Knights I 3pm

Off The Chain Brewstillery I Nate Dill I 6pm

Grand Armory I Yours Truly - Marlane Lewis I 6:30pm

Hops at 84 East I Nate Holley I 8pm

Itty Bitty Bar I Tony Thompson Band I 9pm

Wicks Park Bar & Grille I Rock Shop I 8pm

Sunday

Odd side Ales I Scott Pellegrom I 5pm

Sandy Point I Randy Johnson I 5pm

SPORTS

Sunday - Detroit Lions at Indianapolis Colts 1pm

Thanksgiving - Detroit Lions vs Chicago Bears 12:30pm

THANKS!

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