Paul R. Kopenkoskey

Tuesday, February 16, 2021
Paul R. Kopenkoskey’s career as a freelance writer spans more than 30 years. The Calvin University grad has written for many West Michigan publications and he has sat in the editor’s chair for three monthly magazines. His first historical fiction novel, Karl Beguiled: A Journey of Hope and Sacrifice, is available on Amazon.com. He’ll devour a Snug Burger at Snug Harbor restaurant in Grand Haven any time of the day. He can be reached at paulrk@hotmail.com

Feature Story Volunteers lend a hand at LHFH’s Critical Home Repair Program. Community Development

Critical Home Repair program expands to Allegan County

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, August 26, 2024
Feature Story A report on the 2023 Allegan County Community Health Survey outlines residents’ health and personal needs. Community Development

Allegan Community Health Survey eyes residents’ future well-being

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, August 5, 2024
Feature Story Operation United is an annual event that mobilizes volunteers to recognize the sacrifices and service of veterans and active military families, with a focus on seniors and those with disabilities in Kent County. Community Development

3-county United Way merger strengthens regional collaboration

Paul R. KopenkoskeyFriday, May 31, 2024
Feature Story Donna and Gene Allgaier-Lamberti Equity

What happens when disability rights run up against homeowner associations' rules?

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, January 22, 2024
Feature Story A passenger boards an Allegan County Transportation bus. Technology and Innovation

Allegan County Transportation purchases first fleet of cleaner propane buses

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, December 18, 2023
Feature Story Two GRIT wheelchair users pose at a local park. Equity

All-terrain wheelchair loan program opens outdoors to more users

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, November 14, 2023
Feature Story Kelli Cavasin, vice president of people and culture for New Holland Brewing Entrepreneurship

How leadership training helps employers with staffing shortages

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, September 25, 2023
Feature Story Allegan County Commisison Chairman Jim Storey, Broadband Project Manager Jill Dunham and Allegan County Administrator. Robert “Rob” Sarro, Economic Development

$30M grant paves way for Allegan County to install high-speed internet service

Paul R. KopenkoskeyWednesday, July 26, 2023
Feature Story Charles “Charlie” Elwood and Chris Martin using version 2.0 of Martin’s voice for the first time at Carpe Latte Coffee Shop. Technology and Innovation

AI app gives voice to those who’ve lost theirs

Paul R. KopenkoskeyWednesday, July 19, 2023
Feature Story The Allegan County Board of Commissioners unanimously voted in favor of converting the county building for sole use as a courthouse to accommodate an additional circuit court judge. Community Development

Strategic plan maps out Allegan County’s priorities

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, June 12, 2023
Feature Story Athletes attending their first year have a set schedule to try everything the SEC offers. For those who return in subsequent years, the young athletes get to customize their schedule. Healthy Communities

Sports Education Camp can be life-changing for athletes who are blind, low-vision

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, May 16, 2023
Feature Story “Old Heart” co-stars Melanie Lamrock as Sarah van Praag and Jakari Carson as Lt. Tom Johnson Arts and Culture

Filmmaker turns Norton Shores author’s novel into MCC play

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, May 8, 2023
Feature Story Broadband access for around 12,000 rural residents in Allegan County is one step closer to reality, thanks to a public-private partnership and federal funds. Technology and Innovation

Allegan County works to extend broadband access to rural residents

Paul R. KopenkoskeyFriday, April 21, 2023
Feature Story The United Way ALICE initiative puts focus on the financial struggles faced by people with disabilities, while other efforts work to address those needs. (Canva) Equity

More than half of people with disabilities in West Michigan struggle financially

Paul R. KopenkoskeySaturday, February 25, 2023
Feature Story Veteran Michael Jackson Healthy Communities

Many veterans struggle with homelessness; these programs are helping

Paul R. KopenkoskeyWednesday, February 1, 2023
Feature Story From left: Dennis Young, Tom Sikkema and Melinda Young. Healthy Communities

Ride YourWay fills niche for wheelchair-accessible transportation service in West Michigan

Paul R. KopenkoskeySaturday, January 21, 2023
Feature Story Tom Sikkema is responsible for promoting Go MUVE’s tagging feature, which enables users to identify levels of accessibility within their community. Technology and Innovation

Transportation app redefines mobility for people with disabilities who don’t drive

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, December 19, 2022
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