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Feature Story Michigan Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year Jaqulin Barajas, right, poses with 2023 Michigan Youth of the Year Isabel Shepard at the state Capitol building. Community Development

Holland Boys & Girls Club cultivates leaders

Andrea GoodellMonday, April 7, 2025
Feature Story A new report reveals emerging workers value career opportunities, affordable living, and inclusivity if they are to remain in the Lakeshore region. Economic Development

Keeping young workers local depends on housing, jobs

The LakeshoreTuesday, April 1, 2025
Feature Story Gail Eichorst is a volunteer driver with Disability Network West Michigan. Community Development

Volunteers find purpose, fulfillment at Disability Network West Michigan

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 31, 2025
Feature Story The Tony Roussey Building Futures Scholarship starts with a $100,000 contribution to an endowment at West Michigan Construction Institute. Economic Development

Scholarship honors construction leader, expands career pathways for trades

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 24, 2025
Feature Story CultureWorks classes cultivate creativity by emphasizing the creative process rather than just the final product, encouraging experimentation and problem-solving. Arts and Culture

CultureWorks inspires students through Visiting Artist Series

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 25, 2025
Feature Story Zeeland Citizen's Academy participants learned about how numerous city departments operate and received hands-on experiences. Community Development

Zeeland launches second annual Citizen's Academy

Andrea GoodellMonday, February 3, 2025
Feature Story Skot Welch, co-founder of the New Community Transformation Fund (NCTF). Economic Development

How a new partnership is focused on driving generational wealth in West Michigan

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 27, 2025
Feature Story CW Marsh owner Dan Wehrwein (right) stands with a company employee to showcase a prototype seal designed for the Hoover Dam project. Economic Development

Muskegon manufacturer carries forward a 125-year legacy

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 26, 2025
Feature Story ​Gentex partners with Ringbrothers to showcase "Infected," a custom 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda, at the Michigan International Auto Show. Economic Development

Decade-long collaboration roars into Michigan International Auto Show

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 26, 2025
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
Feature Story Kendall VanWagner hugs a student. Kids and Education

Finding Their Calling: Hillside educators share their journey

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 20, 2025
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
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
Feature Story MCC students Kaili Prins, left, and Marissa Aney-Johnson joke with Muskegon Community College mascot Jay the Jayhawk. The two students spoke during the event. Kids and Education

Addressing nursing shortage: Partnership creates pathway for nurses to earn degrees

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 18, 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 Sisters Emily and Chelsy Millner drive school bus for Allegan Area Educational Services Agency. Kids and Education

Sisters know the rewards of driving a school bus

Andrea GoodellSunday, October 27, 2024
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