Arts and Culture

Author channels passion for writing into new book and upcoming retreat

Shandra MartinezThursday, March 20, 2025

The Lakeshore contributor Shanika P. Carter celebrates storytelling with a new book and a writing retreat, inspiring others to bring their stories to life.

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Arts and Culture

‘Eavesdrop with Meena’ podcast explains reach

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 17, 2025

Saugatuck’s Meena Ariagno takes her second podcast season to iHeartMedia, featuring compelling conversations with local, national, and global voices.

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Transportation

How Muskegon is getting the word out about 2025 infrastructure projects

Shandra MartinezTuesday, March 11, 2025

To minimize disruptions, Muskegon’s DPW is informing residents about road and utility projects before they start through public meetings, digital updates, and other outreach.

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Jon DeWys, CEO and co-owner of DeWys Metal Solutions, has been tackling the challenge of finding skilled workers head-on through a workforce development strategy focusing on education, training, and partnerships.

Economic Development

DeWys, Marquis honored for leadership and community Impact

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 10, 2025

Jon DeWys earns the Visionary Award for workforce innovation, while Jack Marquis is given the Standing Ovation Award for his lasting contributions to West Michigan.

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The park, which sits along the North Bank Trail at the end of Central Avenue, now has a small dog park, tennis courts, and softball and baseball diamonds, but it is in dire need of an update, officials say.

Community Development

Spring Lake Village leaders aim for accessibility all year long in Central Park renovation

Andrea GoodellMonday, March 10, 2025

The park would be the Spring Lake's first to be universally accessible and available year round.

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Tom Kunetz, a retired environmental engineer and chair of Allegan County’s water study work group is working to map groundwater in the county.

Community Development

Allegan County maps water to secure future supply

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 10, 2025

Allegan County is earning praise for its forward-thinking approach to mapping groundwater, supporting sustainable water management amid increasing demand and potential future shortages.

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Equity

'Crip Camp’ screening in Muskegon highlights disability inclusion

Shandra MartinezWednesday, March 5, 2025

A free “Crip Camp” screening at the Frauenthal Center will spark conversations on disability rights, accessibility, and community inclusion in Muskegon.

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(From left) Peggy Helsel, development director at DAKC; Jenny Gauld, designer at Steelcase; Kamara Sudberry, global inclusive design leader at Steelcase; and Vicky Schmidt, a high-level paraplegic and longtime DAKC test pilot.

Equity

Beyond compliance: Area nonprofit and corporation are redefining inclusive workplaces

Tommy AllenWednesday, March 5, 2025

For the Steelcase team, accessibility is far more than ramps and automatic doors. Through an innovative partnership with Disability Advocates of Kent County (DAKC), Steelcase is reimagining what it means to create truly inclusive workplaces.

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Equity

Empowering voices: Black disability history workshop returns

Shandra MartinezTuesday, March 4, 2025

Disability Network Southwest Michigan brought back a popular workshop on Black disability history, led by Frances Vicioso, highlighting intersectionality and civil rights contributions.

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