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Feature Story Ottawa Sands County Park, a 345-acre site at the junction of the Grand River and Lake Michigan Coastal Greenways will celebrate its grand reopening on Oct. 17.

From sand mine to county park: Ottawa Sands reopens with new amenities

Ottawa Sands reopens with new amenities, ecological restoration and accessible trails, furthering the transformation of a former sand mine into an Ottawa County park in Ferrysburg.

Feature Story Mia's Village Eats, Dr. Rolf's Barbeque, and Hamburger Mikey picked downtown Spring Lake for their locations.

Grand openings: A look at 3 new eateries in Spring Lake

Find out why three new restaurants — Mia's Village Eats, Dr. Rolf's Barbeque, and Hamburger Mikey — picked downtown Spring Lake for their locations.

Feature Story Dumping stereotypes about “trailer trash,” dropping the current health care payment system on its ear, and embracing social media as a means of saving young lives were some of the ideas shared on Oct. 8 at the seventh TEDxMacatawa.

TEDxMacatawa speakers share ideas for enriching the Lakeshore and changing the world

Thirteen West Michigan residents offered visions for a better society, from health care reform to a ministry built on mac 'n' cheese.

Feature Story sarah Yore-Van Oosterhout, founder and managing attorney of Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates.

'Deeply United Immigration Conference' to focus on community and policy effects

Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates works with immigrants seeking legal status in the United States every day. Next month, the nonprofit will host a half-day conference to share its boots-on-the-ground knowledge.

Feature Story After several public input sessions over the course of a year, a town hall meeting laid out the proposed plans for a community center in Park Township.

Vision forms for Park Township community center

Hundreds of Park Township residents have attended public input sessions over the past year and their vision is taking shape as the steering committee gets ready to bring a proposal to the Park Township Board of Trustees.

Feature Story Herrick District Library is again celebrating Día de Muertos. Marigolds are a well-recognized symbol of the LatinX holiday, used in ofrendas and decorations.

Día de Muertos, National HIspanic Heritage Month, and marigolds coming to local library

The library is celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month and Día de Muertos with several events, including crafts and cupcake classes for teens and adults.

Feature Story President of Lakeshore Advantage Jennifer Owens.

Report: Adaptability fuels economic growth along Lakeshore

The latest Industry Trends Report from Lakeshore Advantage shows that nearly 90% of businesses had steady or increased sales over the past year.

Feature Story Zaria McCroy speaks.

Disability Network honors Southwest Michigan advocates of independence, accessibility

Two Southwest Michigan residents and an organization were honored by the Disability Network Southwest Michigan for their work to advance independence and accessibility.”

Feature Story Phil McPherson, director of program integrity at LifeCircles PACE, talks with a client.

LifeCircles PACE’s $1M expansion helps more seniors age in place

LifeCircles PACE invested $1 million to expand its Holland location, enhancing services to help more seniors age at home.

Feature Story Davenport University and Gentex leaders formalized their commitment to education and workforce development with a signing ceremony Sept. 30 at the corporation’s office in Zeeland.

Gentex partners with Davenport University to offer scholarships for employees

Gentex Corporation is partnering with Davenport University to provide corporate education scholarships to its employees and their families.

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