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

Feature Story Sarah Leach

Veteran journalist leads nonprofit news network in Ottawa County


Feature Story The Henderson family pose with gifts before they are wrapped for the Community Action of Allegan Holiday Giving program.
Feature Story Phyllis Neal found a way to give back in retirement through the AARP and Disability Network West Michigan.

AARP program helps seniors find purpose and make a difference


Feature Story Muralist Chris Garcia paints Waves of Innovation on Lakeshore Advantage's newly built Next Center in downtown Holland.
Feature Story Timothy Murphy's Audio Radar enhances gaming experiences for deaf and hard-of-hearing players.

Gaming entrepreneur rediscovered his creative skills at KCAD


Feature Story small-award

Latina leader turns community building into business success


Feature Story Beyond Basics partners with Muskegon schools, providing one-on-one tutoring to close literacy gaps through a state-funded pilot program.
Feature Story  MMA Executive Director Kirk Hallman.

The Muskegon Museum of Art unveils $15.4M expansion


Feature Story Skot Welch, co-founder of the New Community Transformation Fund (NCTF).
Feature Story CW Marsh owner Dan Wehrwein (right)  stands with a company employee to showcase a prototype seal designed for the Hoover Dam project.

Muskegon manufacturer carries forward a 125-year legacy


Feature Story ​Gentex partners with Ringbrothers to showcase "Infected," a custom 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda, at the Michigan International Auto Show.
Feature Story Charles Elwood (right) and Undersecretary Marisa Lago at the Presidential Palace at Indonesia’s new capital city, Nusantara.

Holland AI entrepreneur joins U.S. trade mission to Asia


Feature Story Kendall VanWagner hugs a student.

Finding Their Calling: Hillside educators share their journey


Feature Story From left: Khristian Silvis, Angie Barksdale, Amy Gibson, Jacob Maas, Shelondrea Johnson, Chad Patton, Megan Bryne, Cara Achterhof, and Kathryn Pina.
Feature Story The Holland Human Relations Commission honored  people and organizations creating an equitable and inclusive community with their 2024 Social Justice Awards.

Holland honors those creating an equitable and inclusive community


Feature Story Sarah Lewakowski is the executive director of Mosaic Counseling.