'The world is going to discover this place': American Dunes marks grand opening

KYLE TURK, Grand Haven Tribune, Mich.
·3 min read

May 2—GRAND HAVEN TWP. — American Dunes Golf Club and its sprint to the finish line is finally over.

Now, the fun begins.

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