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Feature Story Charles Elwood (right) and Undersecretary Marisa Lago at the Presidential Palace at Indonesia’s new capital city, Nusantara. Economic Development

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

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 22, 2025
Holland entrepreneur Charles Elwood’s trade mission to Southeast Asia sparks collaborations in AI, health, and antibiotic resistance research.  
Feature Story The Great Asian Noodle Cookoff will showcase diverse Asian cuisines and cultural performances, and support local and international Rotary initiatives. Community Development

Holland to host Great Asian Noodle Cookoff, showcasing cuisine and culture

The LakeshoreMonday, January 20, 2025
The Great Asian Noodle Cookoff will showcase diverse Asian cuisines and cultural performances, and support local and international Rotary initiatives.
Feature Story Hudsonville Mayor Mark Northrup speaks at an open house for Holland Hospital's new location in his city. Healthy Communities

Hudsonville's growth spurs Holland Hospital to open downtown primary care facility

The Lakeshore Monday, January 20, 2025
Holland Hospital opens a new downtown Hudsonville facility, offering primary care, advanced diagnostics, same-day appointments, and walk-in services.
Feature Story Kendall VanWagner hugs a student. Kids and Education

Finding Their Calling: Hillside educators share their journey

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 20, 2025
Two former students-turned-educators reunite at Hillside Learning Center in Allegan County, proving that early hands-on experiences can shape impactful careers.
Feature Story The West Michigan Symphony marks its 85th anniversary of blending tradition and innovation to enrich Muskegon with world-class performances and community engagement. Arts and Culture

West Michigan Symphony celebrates 85 years of music, community, and innovation

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 20, 2025
The West Michigan Symphony marks its 85th anniversary of blending tradition and innovation to enrich Muskegon with world-class performances and community engagement.  
Feature Story From left: Khristian Silvis, Angie Barksdale, Amy Gibson, Jacob Maas, Shelondrea Johnson, Chad Patton, Megan Bryne, Cara Achterhof, and Kathryn Pina. Community Development

‘Resilience is key’: Hackley Community Care team honored for workforce Impact

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 20, 2025
Muskegon resident Shelondrea Johnson and Hackley Community Care are honored for their resilience and dedication to workforce empowerment through innovative support programs.  
Feature Story The Martin Lions was one of many organizations that helped to stock Allegan County pantries with peanut butter last year. Community Development

Allegan County Community Foundation 'spreading the love' with ninth annual peanut butter drive

Andrea GoodellSaturday, January 18, 2025
Protein is an essential nutrient that is sometimes hard to come by at food pantries. The Allegan County Community Foundation's annual peanut butter drive managed to secure thousands of jars of the staple. Kicking off this Friday with a Milk and Cookies event, will the nonprofit be able to top last year?
Feature Story The Holland Human Relations Commission honored people and organizations creating an equitable and inclusive community with their 2024 Social Justice Awards. Community Development

Holland honors those creating an equitable and inclusive community

Shandra MartinezSaturday, January 18, 2025
Holland Human Relations Commission’s 2024 Social Justice Awards ceremony packed City Hall on Jan 15 to honor people and organizations creating an equitable and inclusive community.
Feature Story Nailah Henry Second Wave - Michigan

Washtenaw County leads the way with ADAPTS mental health model

Brianna NargisoTuesday, January 14, 2025
ADAPTS project utilizes system dynamics modeling to reshape how communities address mental health needs by offering a comprehensive framework for resource planning and crisis intervention.
Feature Story The Disability Network Southwest Michigan team poses for a holiday photo. Equity

DNSWM campaign highlights staff’s lived experiences and community impact

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 13, 2025
Disability Network Southwest Michigan's ‘We Are Who We Serve’ campaign highlights staff’s experiences and commitment to empowering persons with disabilities.
Feature Story “A Holiday I Do” is a Michigan-made holiday movie showcasing familiar destinations and small businesses in Grand Rapids, Saugatuck, and Metro Detroit. Arts and Culture

Michigan-made holiday movie highlights LGBTQ+ friendly communities, universal message of love

Sarah SpohnMonday, January 13, 2025
“A Holiday I Do” is a Michigan-made holiday movie showcasing familiar destinations and small businesses in Grand Rapids, Saugatuck, and Metro Detroit. The movie puts a unique, inclusive LGBTQ+ spin on the traditional Hallmark-style holiday love story.
Feature Story Herrick District Library’s next Maker-in-Residence will be civic engagement artist Sara Alsum-Wassenaar. Arts and Culture

New maker creating geodomes at Herrick District Library

The LakeshoreMonday, January 13, 2025
Herrick District Library's next Maker-in-Residence Sara Alsum-Wassenaar, who considers herself a “hacker-designer” as well as an artist, will be crafting a 3D model of a joint for geodesic domes that will be available for anyone to 3D print at the library.
Feature Story The Warm Friend shown in 1968. Community Development

The Warm Friend Tavern — 300 years in the making and the man who built it

Terry HoffmeyerMonday, January 13, 2025
Former Holland City Manager Terry Hoffmeyer remembers The Warm Friend before it was The Warm Friend.  
Feature Story Gregory Hall reaquired his beloved Virture Cider and is returning the brand to its independent roots. Entrepreneurship

Virtue Cider’s next chapter: Gregory Hall brings the brand back to Allegan County roots

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 12, 2025
Virtue Cider founder Gregory Hall reacquired the Fennville brand, blending old-world techniques with local heritage to craft sustainable, creative ciders.
Feature Story Hillside Learning Center in Allegan is being honored for implementing a curriculum that helps students with severe physical disabilities increase mobility and independence. Equity

MOVE curriculum is giving students with disabilities more mobility

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 8, 2025
Hillside Learning Center in Allegan is being honored for implementing a curriculum that helps students with severe physical disabilities increase mobility and independence.   
Feature Story The Grand Landing site at the intersection of US 31 and Adams Street in Grand Haven has been in the sights of hotel developers since 2006. Community Development

Grand Haven's Grand Landing could finally land a hotel

Andrea GoodellWednesday, January 8, 2025
At the Grand Landing site at the intersection of US 31 and Adams Street, Elite Hospitality has now proposed a 131-room Hilton hotel complex, including a Hampton Inn and Home 2 Suites.   
Longform Nailah Henry & Nancy Baum Second Wave - MichiganCommunity Development

Michigan building a better crisis continuum for mental health care

Brianna NargisoTuesday, January 7, 2025
As mental health needs rise across Michigan, state officials, health care providers, and community organizations are focusing on expanding the continuum of care for people in crisis.
Feature Story The city of Grand Haven has selected CopperRock Construction to redevelop Chinook Pier. The city will retain ownership of the property. Community Development

Grand Haven chooses CopperRock to develop Chinook Pier, plans inching forward

Andrea GoodellMonday, January 6, 2025
Grand Haven's waterfront will receive a facelift with the redevelopment of Chinook Pier, but many of the crowd favorites, such as mini-golf, will remain.
Feature Story Sarah Lewakowski is the executive director of Mosaic Counseling. Community Development

Grant bolsters mental health services for youth in Ottawa and Kent counties

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 6, 2025
Mosaic Counseling expands youth mental health services with $250,000 GHACF grant, part of $745,000 in community impact awards from GHACF.
Feature Story K. Jones and The Benzie Playboys are among the performers this year at Winter Wheat, taking place at The Intersection in Grand Rapids, Saturday, Jan. 11 Arts and Culture

Grand Rapids’ Winter Wheat Festival celebrates Michigan's musical heritage

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 6, 2025
The Winter Wheat Festival, in Grand Rapids on Jan. 11, brings Michigan’s rich music traditions to life with live performances, dancing, and community connection.  
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