Shandra Martinez

Friday, September 4, 2020
Shandra Martinez is the managing editor of The Lakeshore WM. After a distinguished career in daily journalism, she launched her Holland-based business, Shandra Martinez Communications. A longtime resident of the Lakeshore, she now writes and edits on a variety of platforms for clients in Michigan and across the country. She can be reached at mailto:shandra@thelakeshorewm.com

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Feature Story “Chicago Collects: Jewelry in Perspective” offers visitors a sparkling walk through history, revealing how jewelry has shaped and reflected society from the Renaissance to the present day. Arts and Culture

Exhibit at Muskegon Museum of Art shows jewelry as a window to the past

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 4, 2024
Feature Story small-zumba Community Development

5 Lakeshore nonprofits to share $100K for arts, wellness projects

Shandra MartinezMonday, November 4, 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 Shane Scherer, director of the Peter Secchia Military and Veteran Resource Center, speaks as part of the Military Connected/Student Veteran Orientation, which returned this fall as a way to provide specialized support for veteran students. Kids and Education

GVSU earns gold status as a top veteran-friendly university for 10th year

Shandra MartinezFriday, October 25, 2024
Feature Story Marcus Drenth of NineTen Media Community Development

Marketing agency looking to offer pro bono services to 3 West Michigan nonprofits

Shandra MartinezTuesday, October 22, 2024
Feature Story Ottawa County Clerk/Register of Deeds Justin Roebuck speaks at a recent event. Community Development

Ottawa County Clerk expands public outreach to build voter trust ahead of election

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 14, 2024
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. Community Development

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

Shandra MartinezSunday, October 13, 2024
Feature Story Lake Allegan, created by damming the Kalamazoo River in the 1930s, is home to a mix of year-round and seasonal residents. Community Development

Lake Allegan neighborhood finds community when faced with threats to its future

Shandra MartinezSunday, October 13, 2024
Feature Story President of Lakeshore Advantage Jennifer Owens. Economic Development

Report: Adaptability fuels economic growth along Lakeshore

Shandra MartinezWednesday, October 9, 2024
Feature Story Zaria McCroy speaks. Equity

Disability Network honors Southwest Michigan advocates of independence, accessibility

Shandra MartinezWednesday, October 9, 2024
Feature Story Phil McPherson, director of program integrity at LifeCircles PACE, talks with a client. Community Development

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

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 7, 2024
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. Economic Development

Gentex partners with Davenport University to offer scholarships for employees

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 7, 2024
Feature Story Katie Moore, activation manager for Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. Arts and Culture

Programmers help communities nurture the power of public art

Shandra MartinezSaturday, October 5, 2024
Feature Story Holland Hospital Behavioral Health Services will expand its inpatient unit thanks to a $3 million grant through the Michigan Health & Hospital Association (MHA) to meet the demand for mental health treatment. Healthy Communities

$3M grant allows Holland Hospital to add more psychiatric beds

Shandra MartinezWednesday, September 25, 2024
Feature Story Della Fetzer at TEDxMacatawa 2023. Arts and Culture

TEDxMacatawa returns with ‘local voices sharing ideas that matter’

Shandra MartinezWednesday, September 25, 2024
Feature Story Disability Network West Michigan (DNWM) is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a block party. Community Development

Disability Network West Michigan marks 25 years of advocacy and service

Shandra MartinezMonday, September 23, 2024
Feature Story Paws With A Cause embarks on a new chapter with a $9.5 million renovation of its Wayland headquarters to expand custom-trained assistance dog services. Community Development

Paws With A Cause’s $9.5M facility renovation to expand services

Shandra MartinezMonday, September 23, 2024
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