Published: 10:30 AM EDT April 15, 2021 Updated: 10:30 AM EDT April 15, 2021
KENT COUNTY, Mich. Thursday, April 22 Silent Observer and the Kent County Victim Witness Unit will be holding a community prayer and candlelight vigil to honor victims of crime.
The vigil starts at 6 p.m. outside the 63rd District Court, 1950 E. Beltline NE.
Kent County Sheriff Michelle LaJoye-Young, Prosecutor Chris Becker and Jerline Riley, a Grand Rapids resident who lost her son to homicide, are expected to speak. There will also be music by Singer Lori VerMerris.
The names of victims of crime who would like to be remembered or recognized will be read out loud. Anyone wising to submit a name should email info@silentobserver.org with that information by April 19. Additionally, you can contact Silent Observer at 616.454-9110 with any questions.
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ST. PETER Nicollet County commissioners unanimously approved a separation agreement with human resources director/assistant county administrator Jamie Haefner Tuesday.
Action came without discussion on a motion by Commissioner Marie Dranttel, seconded by Commissioner Jack Kolars.
On April 2, commissioners accepted Haefner’s resignation. Under the agreement, in exchange for the release of claims, the County shall pay Haefner her regular salary at her final rate of pay, dental, and health insurance contributions through June 25, beginning the pay period after her right to rescind her release of all claims expires.
Haefner is deemed to have elected COBRA coverage effective April 2. No additional leave benefits shall accrue following her March 25 resignation date.