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How Muskegon is getting the word out about 2025 infrastructure projects

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.

Feature Story 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.

DeWys, Marquis honored for leadership and community Impact

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.

Feature Story 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.

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

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

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

Allegan County maps water to secure future supply

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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'Crip Camp’ screening in Muskegon highlights disability inclusion

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

Feature Story (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.

Beyond compliance: Area nonprofit and corporation are redefining inclusive workplaces

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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Empowering voices: Black disability history workshop returns

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

Feature Story Residents are encouraged to participate in the 2025 Allegan County Survey to shape funding, policies, and community programs for years ahead.

Allegan County survey seeks public input for future

Residents are encouraged to participate in the 2025 Allegan County Survey to shape funding, policies, and community programs for years ahead.

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

How a library and a church are tackling housing insecurity

Community Action House celebrates six years of its Refresh program with First United Methodist Church of Holland and expands access through Herrick District Library.

Feature Story The Miskelleys have turned their journey of grief and transformation into a service to counteract the disconnect often found in traditional mental health care.

Family that turned grief into lifesaving mental health support is expanding services

At its annual gala, nonprofit Be Better; will celebrate four years of saving student‑athletes’ lives with innovative, personalized mental health care solutions.

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