Sustainability

Feature Story Last year, the Fresh Fridges program distributed over 37,451 pounds of wholesome food to these partners.
Feature Story coopersvillebrewing

How one rural Michigan brewery created community


Feature Story Neighborhood Connector Lori Appeldoorn pauses at one of many welcoming stops along Central Avenue. This one, in front of JJ's on the corner of Central and 16th Street, includes yard games, lighting, and picnic benches for neighborhood gatherings.
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Feature Story The herd includes Freya and Maya.

The healing power of horses


Feature Story KCAD grads Justin Beitzel and Fernando Ramirez head up Common Object, which helps organizations take steps toward sustainability.
Feature Story Chef Lucas Grill reopened Public restaurant in downtown Zeeland today.

Beloved Public restaurant comes home to Zeeland


Feature Story Local food trucks will be at multiple Fiesta events througout the festival week.

Fiesta celebrates 60 years with expanded festival


Feature Story   Highland Games have youth divisions as well. the Holland Waterfront Celtic Festival and Highland Games returns this month.

Celtic Festival returns June 21-22


Feature Story Seniors Helping Seniors Lakeshore's focus is on hiring seniors to help care for their peers who are less active or independent.
Innovation News “This project will create a new space in Downtown Allegan that is inclusive of all users and modernize a beloved community place,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz.
Feature Story This year's Juneteenth Freedom Festival theme is “I AM The Dream.”

Juneteenth Freedom Festival celebrates Black voices


Feature Story West Michigan Water Safety Alliance volunteers recently trained to distribute education about water safety at Holland State Park.
Feature Story The new Ottawa Beach General Store is nearly identical to the 1930s building it replaced with some key improvements.

PHOTOS: Iconic beachside store reopens


Feature Story Operation United is an annual event that mobilizes volunteers to recognize the sacrifices and service of veterans and active military families, with a focus on seniors and those with disabilities in Kent County.

3-county United Way merger strengthens regional collaboration