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Feature Story Meresa Salisbury attends the Baldwin Senior Expo earlier this year. Community Development

Disability Network West Michigan’s new Lake County office brings support to rural residents

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 16, 2024
Feature Story Downtown Zeeland shown at dusk. Community Development

Downtown Zeeland sees record $30M investment in transformative year

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 16, 2024
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. Community Development

Bank of America’s Grand Rapids Day of Giving showcases $1.2M community investment

Shandra MartinezFriday, December 13, 2024
Feature Story Holland-based Worden Company is celebrating 75 years of crafting custom library and commercial furniture with innovative designs. Entrepreneurship

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

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 9, 2024
Feature Story An $11.7 million federal grant will help rebuild the Smith's Bayou Bridge in Ferrysburg. The bridge was temporarily deemed unsafe in 2019 before additional weight restrictions allowed the bridge to reopen. Community Development

$11.7M federal grant announced for Ferrysburg’s Smith’s Bayou Bridge

Andrea GoodellMonday, December 9, 2024
Feature Story The Village of Spring Lake is wrapping up a multi-year infrastructure project with more construction possible in the future. Community Development

Spring Lake replacing aging subterranean infrastructure

Andrea GoodellWednesday, December 4, 2024
Feature Story Heather Bausick, solid waste and recycling coordinator at the Allegan County Health Department. Healthy Communities

Allegan County's expanded hazardous waste program increases participation

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 2, 2024
Feature Story Todd Rockhill advocates for clients facing housing and substance use challenges at Allegan County's OnPoint. Healthy Communities

Over the years, OnPoint’s care evolves to meet Allegan County needs

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 2, 2024
Feature Story Community Action House will use a grant from the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area to expand staffing and infrastructure for the Food Club & Opportunity Hub and respond to a growing demand for services. Community Development

$217K in grants fund programs across Holland and Zeeland

The Lakeshore Monday, December 2, 2024
Feature Story Disability Network Southwest Michigan’s Kelly Linton, an ADA specialist and systems advocate working with Wheel the World, takes measurements. Community Development

How Wheel the World is changing accessibility in Kalamazoo, one business at a time

Shandra MartinezSaturday, November 30, 2024
Feature Story Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity launched its home repair program in the city of Allegan. Community Development

Lakeshore Habitat home repair expands into Allegan

Andrea GoodellFriday, November 29, 2024
Feature Story Lakeshore Advantage hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 13 to unveil its new headquarters, alongside incubator spaces that are for lease to startups and entrepreneurs. Economic Development

Lakeshore Advantage unveils Next Center, a hub for startups and economic development

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 18, 2024
Feature Story Linda Pynnonen serves food at the Community Kitchen like she has for the past 30 years. Community Development

Decades of dedication: Couple honored with Governor’s Service Award

Shandra MartinezSunday, November 17, 2024
Feature Story A delighted client receives her Meals on Wheels Western Michigan delivery. Healthy Communities

Giving the gift of time and healthy meals across Allegan and Kent counties

Kelsey SandersWednesday, November 13, 2024
Feature Story Small-old-reeds-lake Economic Development

Grant fuels West Michigan’s agricultural revival with impact study

Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 12, 2024
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. Arts and Culture

Holland artist unveils 24th annual holiday card featuring Big Red

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 11, 2024
Feature Story Joel Elsenbroek , apprenticeships project manager for West Michigan Works!, accepted the Certificate of Recognition from John Ladd, administrator of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Apprenticeship. Economic Development

West Michigan Works! honored by White House for expanding apprenticeships

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 11, 2024
Feature Story The apprenticeship program connects child care providers with local training institutions to foster hands-on learning environments. Kids and Education

Apprenticeship program aims to ease West Michigan’s child care shortage

Shandra MartinezWednesday, November 6, 2024
Feature Story Kent District Library's Write Michigan Short Story Contest is free to enter for youth. Adults pay a $10 entry fee, although scholarships are available. Economic Development

Write Michigan contest inspires creativity and connection across the state

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 4, 2024
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