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Longform Shelby Coolbaugh, administrative assistant for the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (MLTCOP), and Salli Pung, state long term care omubdsman for MLTCOP.

Michigan ombudsman program advocates for residents in long-term care facilities

The Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program improves quality of care and quality of life for people living in nursing homes, homes for the aged, and adult foster care homes. 

Feature Story West Ottawa High School Vice Principal and co-founder of I Am Academy was one of 112 nationwide finalists for the Remarkable Women award.

Lindsay Cherry is a 'Remarkable Woman'

I AM Academy co-founder and West Ottawa High School Vice Principal Lindsay Cherry was one of 112 "Remarkable Women" finalists. The Holland resident was flown to Los Angeles for a two-day celebration and awards ceremony.

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Industry trends push many new jobs onto the annual HotJobs! List

If you want to learn about the career opportunities across West Michigan, the 2024 HotJobs! List is a good place to start.  

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Michigan West Coast Chamber to host annual volunteer blitz

The Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce will host its third annual Community Impact Day on Wednesday, May 15, from 1-4 p.m. throughout West Michigan.  

Feature Story Herrick District Library will host a free plant and seed swap 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 20.

Seed and plant swap Saturday at HDL North


Feature Story Loch Hame was the first home built in the Highland Park cottage neighborhood in Grand Haven.

The very first cottage at Highland Park worked with the park's natural beauty

In her book, The Historic Cottages of Highland Park, Karen Lowe explores the history of this unique enclave along the shores of Lake Michigan. The interesting history of Highland Park starts at the very beginning with an oak tree that was incorporated into a home instead of being sacrificed to its building.

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How health journey led to book on solving sleep issues

Most people know Amanda Chocko from her work at Lakeshore Advantage and its SURGE business incubator, but she’s also a nutritional therapy practitioner who has a new book on improving sleep quality. 

Feature Story Hillery Ross, How YOU Birth Doulas Services' administrative coordinator, and Allison Keessen, treasurer for How YOU Birth Doula Services.

Initiative rapidly expands doula ranks in Muskegon County, with major implications for birth equity

Muskegon-based How YOU Birth Doula Services is working to improve outcomes for parents and babies by leveraging Michigan's recently added Medicaid coverage for doula services. 

Feature Story Breanna Lentz, center, was diagnosed with juvenile Huntington's Disease and died before she could attend high school. Her sister, Shelby,  has established a foundation and a scholarship in Breanna's honor.

Brave Like Breanna — new scholarship honors those who struggle against adversity

Breanna Lentz would have been a 2024 Plainwell High School senior. Diagnosed with juvenile Huntington's disease, Breanna died before that could happen. Her sister created a foundation in honor of Breanna and a scholarship to help others struggling to overcome adversity.

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At-home vaccinations bring peace of mind to Muskegon family, vulnerable across the state

The Michigan Department of Health & Human Services has collaborated with Disability Rights of Michigan to support vaccinations for homebound residents.

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