Shandra Martinez

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

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New director charts path for Holland Museum’s future


Feature Story Dance PlayHouse Company dancers.

In Grand Haven, dance takes a new stage


Feature Story Downtown Zeeland shown at dusk.
Feature Story More than 100 Bank of America employees volunteering at six local nonprofits, from Kids Food Basket to the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum.
Feature Story Holland Hospital volunteer Mike Keyes was once a patient at the hospital where he received treatment for a brain injury.
Feature Story Holland-based Worden Company is celebrating 75 years of crafting custom library and commercial furniture with innovative designs.

Worden Company: ‘Becoming’ more after 75 years in business


Feature Story Heather Bausick, solid waste and recycling coordinator at the Allegan County Health Department.
Feature Story Todd Rockhill advocates for clients facing housing and substance use challenges at Allegan County's OnPoint.
Feature Story Disability Network Southwest Michigan’s Kelly Linton, an ADA specialist and systems advocate working with Wheel the World, takes measurements.
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KCAD alum Demi McNeal: Crafting custom elegance through fashion


Feature Story In addition to sharper scans, the new MRI provides entertainment options for patients, allowing them to listen to audio through headphones during scans, helping them to relax and stay still.

Cutting-edge MRI tech reduces wait times at Holland Hospital


Feature Story Linda Pynnonen serves food at the Community Kitchen like she has for the past 30 years.
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Feature Story FinLit will include a variety of digital tools to help young adults become more comfortable with their personal finances, including a quiz identifying a “Money Mindset” that provides insights about spending habits and relationships with money.

Students develop FinLit, GVSU’s $2M financial literacy program


Feature Story “Light So Bright” is sold at the Holland Visitors Bureau, Carolyn Stich Studio, and Rivers Ace Hardware. Cards are $3 each or $18 for a package of 10.

Holland artist unveils 24th annual holiday card featuring Big Red