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Feature Story Community Action House staff have office hours at Herrick District Library to better serve the public. Community Development

How a library and a church are tackling housing insecurity

The LakeshoreTuesday, 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 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
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 Hospital volunteer Mike Keyes was once a patient at the hospital where he received treatment for a brain injury. Community Development

From patient to volunteer: Mike Keyes’ story of gratitude and service

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 9, 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 Women of Color Give announced the latest recipients of its grants at its fifth-annual “Elevating You Brunch." Community Development

‘Powerful collective of impact’: WOC Give to award $50k to 3 organizations

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 28, 2024
Feature Story A $200,000 grant for the expansion of the Rosy Mound Natural Area is among six grants the Grand Haven Area Community Foundation recently awarded. Community Development

Foundation grants supports Rosy Mound expansion

The LakeshoreMonday, September 16, 2024
Feature Story READ Ottawa Executive Director Ally Velderman Kids and Education

READ Ottawa has new, familiar executive director

Andrea GoodellWednesday, August 28, 2024
Feature Story Alejandro Fleites Marcelo and Karinna Martinez were the only students from the Grand Rapids area selected for the 2024 Bank of America Student Leaders Program, an eight-week summer internship. Kids and Education

Holland students make a big impact at LAUP through Bank of America internship

Shandra Martinez Monday, August 26, 2024
Feature Story Volunteers lend a hand at LHFH’s Critical Home Repair Program. Community Development

Critical Home Repair program expands to Allegan County

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, August 26, 2024
Feature Story Experience the sights and sounds of Civil War battles during the popular Van Raalte Farm Civil War Muster, taking place Sept. 21-22 on the farm property in Holland. Arts and Culture

September things to do: Labor Day, runs, climbs, history, film, music, and a Civil War muster

Melody WilsonMonday, August 26, 2024
Feature Story Isabelle Buckler, a senior at Kendall College was a user experience intern at Gentex this summer.of Art and Design of Ferris State University, Kids and Education

Classrooms to Careers: Gentex interns shape company

Andrea GoodellMonday, August 19, 2024
Feature Story Small-Amanda-Chappell Community Development

Program cultivates next generation of Allegan County community leaders

Shandra MartinezWednesday, August 14, 2024
Feature Story Holland Ambassador Academy is a 10-week course for city residents to gain insight into the operations of various city departments. Community Development

City launches first Holland Ambassador Academy

The Lakeshore Monday, July 15, 2024
Feature Story Scott Heerema (left) walks away from a house fire in Park Township. Community Development

From campus to community — Gentex facilities director serves

Andrea GoodellMonday, July 15, 2024
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