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Feature Story Jonathan K. Cauchi leads a class through Disability Advocates of Kent County. Diversity

Your words matter: How to respect people with disabilities

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, May 31, 2022
Feature Story Holland Mayor Nathan Bocks, right, and residents scrub 8th Street in downtown Holland before the Tulip Time Festival’s Volksparade on May 14.  Arts and Culture

Holland’s Tulip Time Festival makes a strong comeback

J.R. ValderasThursday, May 19, 2022
Feature Story Windmill Island Gardens will host Books and Blooms this summer. Kids and Education

Michigan State University and Windmill Island Gardens partner to offer gardening classes

Andrea GoodellTuesday, May 17, 2022
Feature Story Residents can purchase composting bags for $5 for one bag or $12 for three bags. Sustainability

Ottawa County launches food composting program

Shandra MartinezFriday, May 13, 2022
Feature Story Team members from Zeeland High School's robotics team — known as Built on Brains, or B.O.B. — were one of two teams to compete at the F.I.R.S.T. Robotics World Championship in Houston last month. Kids and Education

Robotics students are next tech workforce

Andrea GoodellMonday, May 9, 2022
Feature Story Step it Up participants can join group walks like this one or participate in physical activity on their own. Arts and Culture

10 ways to enjoy the outdoors in Ottawa County Parks this month

Andrea GoodellMonday, May 9, 2022
Feature Story A recent study found there are 411,000 fewer available homes for sale for a household earning $75,000 to $100,000 compared to pre-pandemic. Community Development

New homebuyers prepare for a ‘hot’ housing market this summer

Luke FerrisMonday, May 9, 2022
Feature Story A student takes part in GRCC's free college prep summer program. (GRCC/Steve Jessmore) Kids and Education

GRCC’s free summer program prepares new high school grads for college success

Shandra MartinezThursday, May 5, 2022
Feature Story Every polling place in Michigan is required to have accessible equipment to help those with disability cast their ballots independently. Equity

Poll worker training key to smooth voting experience for people with disabilities

Paul R. KopenkoskeySaturday, April 30, 2022
Feature Story Ian Miskelley dives into the pool during competition. Healthy Communities

Be Better; educating coaches, parents, student athletes on mental wellness

Andrea GoodellTuesday, April 26, 2022
Feature Story Elizabeth Ferry, of Holland, rides her motorized wheelchair on the sidewalk along Howard Avenue in Holland Township. Healthy Communities

Holland woman, and others with disabilities, faced enhanced challenges during COVID-19 pandemic

Kym ReinstadlerMonday, April 25, 2022
Feature Story Lori Hastings Economic Development

Lori's Voice enriches lives of children with disabilities

Lori HastingsMonday, April 25, 2022
Feature Story During Girlfriends Weekend, women are invited to celebrate their friendships as they shop, wine, dine, and indulge in Downtown Holland. Equity

Downtown Holland explores DEI with Hope College's Center For Leadership

Andrea GoodellMonday, April 18, 2022
Feature Story The Ottawa County 58th District Court in Grand Haven (Ottawa County) Equity

Expungement clinic coming to Grand Haven

Andrea GoodellMonday, April 18, 2022
Feature Story The Boys and Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore will use a $50,000 donation from regional retail giant Meijer in its capital campaign to renovate a property along Muskegon Lake. Kids and Education

Meijer gift aids Muskegon Boys and Girls Club expansion project

Andrea GoodellTuesday, April 12, 2022
Feature Story Students at a recent GRCC Lakeshore Campus event. (GRCC/Andrew Schmidt) Kids and Education

GRCC plans open houses at main, Lakeshore campuses

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 12, 2022
Feature Story Municipal management is challenging and rewarding work, these managers agree. From left Spring Lake Township manager Gordon Gallagher, Spring Lake Village Manager Chris Burns, and Grand Haven city manager Pat McGinnis. Community Development

Mission-minded? Consider a challenging career in municipal government

Paul R. KopenkoskeySunday, April 10, 2022
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