The Kent County Sheriff's Department East Precinct is investigating a home burglary in Ada and an attempted home invasion in Cascade. 

An Ada Township resident reported returning home with his family and discovered his garage service door had been kicked in and many valued jewels and electronics had been stolen.  The home is located at 4900 block of Spring Ridge Dr in Ada.  The break-in took place between January 14 and 17 according to deputies. 

An attempted break-in occurred in the 6200 Blk of Cascade Road SE in Cascade Township. This occurred between January 13 and 14.  Someone attempted to force open the access door to the garage at this address, but it appears the suspect did not make entry into the home.

Both investigations are ongoing. 

Ada Twp.(WZZM)- Amway is investing $20 million in an expansion of its manufacturing facility along Fulton Street in Ada Township.

Earlier this month, the Township approved the first step in getting tax abatements for the project.
The company wants to build a 55-foot high addition for protein drink powder equipment.

Amway will also create up to 74 jobs at the plant by moving its operations from California to Ada Township.

If the township approves the tax abatements, Amway could save $190,000 in property taxes the first year.

ADA, MI - If you are looking for a fun way for your children to enjoy winter, consider Ada Township's "Wonderful Winter" program on January 19 and 20.  Kids can look at snowflakes to see how they are alike or different.  They will take a walk outside to look for animal tracks.  They can make their own beaded snowflake to take home.

Wonderful Winter is part of the Ada Parks and Recreation Department's Young Explorers program at Ada Park.

The Parks & Recreation Department is asking parents to pre-register their children.   Call 676-0520 or email mfitzpatrick@adatownshipmi.com

Source:  The ADAVIEW   www.adatownshipmi.com