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Feature Story Evergreen Commons plans to address this yearning for community and wellness with the help of a $380,000 grant from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund. Healthy Communities

$380K state grant will bolster Evergreen Commons programs

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 4, 2023
Feature Story Karinna Martinez, a junior at Holland High School, is busy volunteering for the LAUP Adelante program, the Holland Youth Advisory Council, and Women of Color Give. Kids and Education

Holland teen grows through community service

Ava DevanneyMonday, December 4, 2023
Feature Story "A vibrant downtown is crucial for the prosperity of our community,” Allegan Mayor Roger Bird says. The city celebrated the completion of its downtown streetscape project on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25. Community Development

Downtown Allegan celebrates grand opening of $9M streetscape project

Andrea GoodellMonday, December 4, 2023
Feature Story Colleen-Hill-Small Community Development

Donor's $1.5M estate gift to support foundation’s work

Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 28, 2023
Feature Story Marcedes-SMALL Community Development

Holiday Giving Campaign gives struggling families a helping hand

Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 28, 2023
Feature Story Rachel Sanchez, left, received the Chief Deputy of the Year Award from the Michigan Association of Register of Deeds. Karen Hahn, the Mecosta County Register of Deeds, right, presented the award. Community Development

Ottawa County official recognized by state organization for excellence

Andrea GoodellMonday, November 27, 2023
Feature Story Enjoy a beautiful evening strolling a luminary-lined path and the beautifully decorated nature center at Hemlock Park in West Olive. The free event, which also features, cider, cocoa, and cookies, is scheduled for 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8. Arts and Culture

December things to do: Parades and presents, movies and music, shopping and Santa

Melody WilsonMonday, November 27, 2023
Feature Story NextStepSMALL Community Development

Coastal Container pays forward tax credit to support program that helps the unhoused

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 27, 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 Housing Workx addresses both the housing and labor shortages through a program that provides hands-on training in the construction trades while building a house for low-income residents. Community Development

How Housing Worx offers a solution to shortages of construction labor, affordable housing

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 13, 2023
Feature Story The Momentum Center is moving to the former Rendezvous Restaurant building. Healthy Communities

State grant, community donations support Momentum Center's $2M expansion

Shandra MartinezSunday, November 12, 2023
Feature Story KRock-SMALL Diversity

Rock musicians with autism to be honored with Discover Ability Award

Shandra MartinezWednesday, November 8, 2023
Feature Story GBKSmall Kids and Education

Nonprofit that breaks down barriers for girls wins free marketing help

Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 7, 2023
Feature Story Portal-Small Arts and Culture

45-foot ‘Portal’ to be Muskegon’s eighth public art piece

Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 7, 2023
Feature Story DeWys-SMALL Economic Development

Rural Ottawa County firm’s expansion to add 80 workers

Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 7, 2023
Feature Story YadahSMALL Healthy Communities

Program that supports single moms starting in Holland and Zeeland

Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 7, 2023
Feature Story Reyna Masko has a career as an Ottawa County Friend of the Court investigator, a role as a leader of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, and volunteer efforts to celebrate the contributions of Hispanics across West Michigan. Diversity

Salvadoran-born woman celebrates Hispanic contributions, culture in Tri-Cities

Kym ReinstadlerMonday, November 6, 2023
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