Arts and Culture

How to survive pillow fights when marriage meets home décor

Myron Kukla Sunday, June 8, 2025

Myron Kukla recounts the escalating “pillow fight” with his wife–not swinging pillows, but battling their multiplying presence.

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Arts and Culture

Old Heart: A Dutch American story told from the lakeshore

Shandra MartinezSunday, June 8, 2025

A drama filmed in West Michigan about wartime love, aging, and resilience, Old Heart connects Dutch history to local storytelling.

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Arts and Culture

Tara McCrackin honored with inaugural ICON Award for industry leadership

Shandra MartinezSunday, June 8, 2025

KCAD President Tara McCrackin receives IIDA Michigan’s first ICON Award for her leadership, advocacy, and dedication to interior design.

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Funds from the 2020 EPA grant helped support site assessment at Terra Station, a 12-building, mixed-use complex currently under construction in Hudsonville.

Sustainability

EPA grant helps Ottawa County turn contaminated sites into community assets

Shandra MartinezSaturday, June 7, 2025

Federal funds will support environmental assessments to prepare contaminated properties for redevelopment, spurring investment and protecting local waterways.

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The Ottawa Townhomes project is the third collaboration between the two organizations.

Community Development

Jubilee, Habitat Partnership expands affordable housing in Holland with new project

Shandra MartinezSaturday, June 7, 2025

Jubilee Ministries and Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity launch the 11-unit Ottawa Townhomes project, continuing their partnership to increase homeownership in Holland.

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Diversity

From local impact to global vision: My LAUP chapter ends, but the mission continues

Julian Lugo-CastañedaSaturday, June 7, 2025

In this Shore Story, Julian Lugo-Castañeda shares the impact LAUP has had on his life and what he accomplished during his three years with the organization as a youth leader.

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Economic Development

Lakeshore Advantage hires leader for workplace talent development

Shandra MartinezFriday, June 6, 2025

Kelly Wandel leads Lakeshore Advantage’s new effort to attract and retain young talent in response to West Michigan’s workforce needs.

Longform

PreK for All ensures that every 4-year-old in Michigan has access to a high-quality preschool experience, regardless of income.

Second Wave - MichiganKids and Education

“A lifeline for families,” PreK for All expands access and raises expectations

Brianna NargisoTuesday, June 3, 2025

Enrollment in PreK for All is now open for all families, no matter their income. The program operates across a mixed delivery system, including local school districts, public charter schools, private child care providers, Head Start programs, and community-based organizations.

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Darla Maltby has worked with student, DJ Betzner, for over eight years.

Kids and Education

Retiring educator reflects on 30 years of meaningful work

Shandra MartinezMonday, June 2, 2025

After 30 years in special education, a dedicated paraprofessional shares how patience, laughter, and community shaped her unexpected career.

Partner Content

Event helps autistic children and adults get used to the airport environment and boarding experience.

Second Wave - MichiganEquity

On Board for Autism: Airport simulation helps autistic kids take flight

Estelle SlootmakerFriday, May 30, 2025

To help autistic people and their families manage these challenges, Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM), Delta Airlines, and the Detroit Metropolitan Airport partner to host On Board for Autism events that prepare them to successfully take a flight.

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