Communications & Media Room
Media Requests
Members of the media seeking interviews or information should contact the Communications Director, Shannon Felgner. Please include the topic and deadline in your request.
Shannon Felgner
Communications Director
sfelgner@miottawa.org
(616) 738-4672
Podcast
Ottawa Out Loud is the official podcast of Ottawa County, connecting you with county initiatives, services, and events through engaging discussions and interviews. Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and other popular platforms. Do you have a question or comment? We would love to hear from you. Record your message, and we might use it in an episode.
FOIA Requests
Ottawa County makes it easy to request public records through our online FOIA Center. Submit your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request quickly and securely.
News Releases
Ottawa County Parks to host public prescribed fire demonstration
Ottawa County Parks will host a free “Learn and Burn” prescribed fire demonstration from noon to 3 pm Wednesday, Sept. 23, at Hemlock Crossing. The open-house event will give visitors an opportunity to safely observe a live prescribed fire while learning how and why fire is used as a land management tool. . . . Read More
West Nile Virus Identified in Ottawa County Resident
The Ottawa County Department of Public Health (OCDPH) is alerting the public that one person has tested positive for West Nile virus in Ottawa County. The person was hospitalized. As of today, no deaths have been reported. The person has no recent travel history and likely became infected from a mosquito bite in West Michigan. . . . Read More
Get involved! Apply for Boards & Commissions
Gain valuable experience in public service. Help improve the community where you live. Connect with fellow Ottawa County residents. Make a meaningful impact by giving back to your community. . . . Read More
2026 CALL FOR ARTISTS
Ottawa County Art Trust
This juried art exhibition and collecting program features Ottawa County residents. Find out more about how to enter this year’s exhibition.
Request Communication Services
The Communications Office provides a variety of professional services to support County departments, including:
- Press releases
- Films and videos
- Graphic design
- Web design and updates
- Branded short links
- QR codes
- Branded files and templates
- Event registrations
- Photography
- Electronic (HTML) newsletters
- Social media management and posts
- Signs, nameplates, and glass decals
- Communication consulting
- Branded clothing and gear
There is no charge for communication services; however, some costs may apply for deliverables such as printing or materials.