Shandra Martinez

Friday, September 4, 2020
Shandra Martinez is the managing editor of The Lakeshore WM. After a distinguished career in daily journalism, she launched her Holland-based business, Shandra Martinez Communications. A longtime resident of the Lakeshore, she now writes and edits on a variety of platforms for clients in Michigan and across the country. She can be reached at mailto:shandra@thelakeshorewm.com

Feature Story Carla Flanders will sign copies of “On the Day You Graduate,” a keepsake book celebrating childhood milestones with space for personal reflections, at two upcoming events. Arts and Culture

Muskegon entrepreneur writes book to chronicle child's milestones

Shandra MartinezFriday, April 18, 2025
Feature Story Rynita McGuire, crowned Ms. Wheelchair Michigan 2025, uses her platform to inspire mentorship, advocate for inclusion, and challenge disability stereotypes. Arts and Culture

Ms. Wheelchair Michigan 2025 advocates for the mentorship she wishes she had

Shandra MartinezThursday, April 10, 2025
Feature Story Shift Climbing's 12,377-square-foot facility features a first-in-the-nation hydraulically tiltable climbing structure, developed with European wall manufacturer Dreamwall. Economic Development

New climbing gym brings innovation to fitness, access, and employee equity

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 1, 2025
Feature Story Gail Eichorst is a volunteer driver with Disability Network West Michigan. Community Development

Volunteers find purpose, fulfillment at Disability Network West Michigan

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 31, 2025
Feature Story Hamilton Community Schools nurse Jen Yoder has been named Michigan’s School Nurse of the Year. Healthy Communities

Nurse honored for bridging health care gaps in schools

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 24, 2025
Feature Story The Tony Roussey Building Futures Scholarship starts with a $100,000 contribution to an endowment at West Michigan Construction Institute. Economic Development

Scholarship honors construction leader, expands career pathways for trades

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 24, 2025
Feature Story Lack of access to equipment, education, and platforms often limits entry into the traditional storytelling landscape. Arts and Culture

Youth film contest empowers stories on food justice

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 24, 2025
Feature Story Shanika P. Carter Arts and Culture

Author channels passion for writing into new book and upcoming retreat

Shandra MartinezThursday, March 20, 2025
Feature Story Meena Ariagno Arts and Culture

‘Eavesdrop with Meena’ podcast explains reach

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 17, 2025
Feature Story Small-Sanford Transportation

How Muskegon is getting the word out about 2025 infrastructure projects

Shandra MartinezTuesday, March 11, 2025
Feature Story Jon DeWys, CEO and co-owner of DeWys Metal Solutions, has been tackling the challenge of finding skilled workers head-on through a workforce development strategy focusing on education, training, and partnerships. Economic Development

DeWys, Marquis honored for leadership and community Impact

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 10, 2025
Feature Story Tom Kunetz, a retired environmental engineer and chair of Allegan County’s water study work group is working to map groundwater in the county. Community Development

Allegan County maps water to secure future supply

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 10, 2025
Feature Story webinar-1 Equity

Empowering voices: Black disability history workshop returns

Shandra MartinezTuesday, March 4, 2025
Feature Story Residents are encouraged to participate in the 2025 Allegan County Survey to shape funding, policies, and community programs for years ahead. Community Development

Allegan County survey seeks public input for future

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story The Miskelleys have turned their journey of grief and transformation into a service to counteract the disconnect often found in traditional mental health care. Healthy Communities

Family that turned grief into lifesaving mental health support is expanding services

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story Sophomore MPS students Kaeden Smith (left) and Ja'Ziiyah Wyrick apply math concepts to build flower boxes in their Geometry in Construction class. Kids and Education

Muskegon Public Schools reimagines learning with new career-focused education

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story CultureWorks classes cultivate creativity by emphasizing the creative process rather than just the final product, encouraging experimentation and problem-solving. Arts and Culture

CultureWorks inspires students through Visiting Artist Series

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story One year after Allegan County took over shelter operations, collaboration with Wishbone Pet Rescue continues to enhance adoptions, volunteer programs, and community outreach. Community Development

Public-private partnership supports Allegan County Animal Shelter

Shandra MartinezMonday, February 24, 2025
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