Ottawa County

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

The LakeshoreSunday, October 13, 2024
Feature Story Mia's Village Eats, Dr. Rolf's Barbeque, and Hamburger Mikey picked downtown Spring Lake for their locations. Economic Development

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

Brittany MeyersSunday, October 13, 2024
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. Arts and Culture

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

Kym ReinstadlerSaturday, October 12, 2024
Feature Story sarah Yore-Van Oosterhout, founder and managing attorney of Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates. Community Development

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

Andrea GoodellFriday, October 11, 2024
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. Community Development

Vision forms for Park Township community center

Andrea GoodellFriday, October 11, 2024
Feature Story President of Lakeshore Advantage Jennifer Owens. Economic Development

Report: Adaptability fuels economic growth along Lakeshore

The Lakeshore Wednesday, 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 As Mike Hoekstra took a dream balloon ride with his wife and family, he was surprised with a heartfelt message from his colleagues who used 28 school buses to spell out “We love you.” Kids and Education

Tribute for dying bus driver spotlights what’s special about a profession in short supply

Shandra MartinezWednesday, October 2, 2024
Feature Story Executive director Sharon Caldwell-Newton of CSNIP welcomes the media to a tour with Wolverine Building Group. Community Development

New CSNIP veterinary facility to meet growing demand for affordable pet care

Tommy AllenWednesday, October 2, 2024
Feature Story Nate Hoffman (right) and Norm Kapla (center) welcome guests onto an elevator at the J.H. Campbell Complex Unit 3 power generating station at Port Sheldon Township. Two hundred and fifty people registered rare public tour of the facility. Sustainability

Bidding farewell to iconic J.H. Campbell power plant

Kym ReinstadlerThursday, September 26, 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 Anyone can observe Joel Schoon-Tanis painting in the Groundworks space at the main library and ask questions about his process — 6-8 p.m. Oct. 1 and 10 a.m.-noon Oct. 9., 16, 22, Nov. 6, 7, 13, and 20. Arts and Culture

Library announces Joel Schoon-Tanis as first Maker in Residence

The LakeshoreWednesday, September 25, 2024
Feature Story The Vous Cafe, driven by owner Kaja Thornton, offers training and employment opportunities for staff with and without disabilities. Community Development

Vous Cafe brings Cajun flavor to Grand Haven's Momentum Center

Andrea GoodellWednesday, September 25, 2024
Feature Story Jennifer Evans Arts and Culture

Meet Jennifer Evans, Out on the Lakeshore’s new leader

The LakeshoreMonday, September 23, 2024
Feature Story Communities across the Lakeshore are getting ready for Halloween, including many opportunities for trick-or-treating. A list of events — slated from Friday, Oct. 25, to Thursday, Oct. 31 — planned across West Michigan is at the bottom of thi Arts and Culture

October things to do: Goose Fest, music, history, theater, pumpkins, Day of the Dead, and Halloween

Melody WilsonMonday, September 23, 2024
Feature Story Pumpkin painting will be one of the many free activities available at the Harvest Festival at Benjamin's Hope this weekend. Arts and Culture

Benjamin's Hope free Harvest Festival offers fun for people of all abilities

Andrea GoodellMonday, September 23, 2024
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