Community Development

Feature Story Michigan single moms scaled Pikes Peak with I Climb For Her—a symbol of resilience and rising together, step by step. Healthy Communities

Holland single moms conquer Colorado peak, finding strength through community

Shandra MartinezMonday, August 25, 2025
Feature Story Redlum Farm Preserve offers 20 acres with biking courses, a kids’ balance track, walking trails, a pond, and restored habitats.. Community Development

Redlum Farm Preserve opens, expands biking options in Holland

Shandra MartinezTuesday, August 19, 2025
Feature Story Gentex employees donated nearly 600 pounds of cereal to support Community Action House in combating food insecurity. Healthy Communities

Gentex cereal drive helps families as food costs climb

The Lakeshore Sunday, August 17, 2025
Feature Story A year into the job, Spring Lake manager Brady Selner has kept late mentor Chris Burns’ office nearly unchanged, down to her candy dish. Community Development

Spring Lake manager honors mentor while leading village into future

Shandra MartinezTuesday, August 12, 2025
Feature Story Les Hoogland's children unveil a plaque honoring the late mayor. Community Development

Zeeland honors longest-serving mayor with dedication of Hoogland Plaza

Shandra MartinezMonday, August 11, 2025
Feature Story Wendy Dreese is 70 x 7 Life Recovery’s relationship manager Community Development

70 x 7 Life Recovery mentors returning citizens through reconciliation, life skills

Paul R. Kopenkoskey Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Feature Story City leaders created the Holland Ambassador Academy to educate residents and build a pipeline of future civic leaders. Community Development

Holland Ambassador Academy inspires residents to lead and get involved

Shandra MartinezTuesday, August 5, 2025
Feature Story Coming this fall: Girlfriends Getaway Weekend debuts Nov. 14–16 in downtown Muskegon! Economic Development

Girlfriends Getaway brings fun, shopping, and support to Muskegon

The Lakeshore StaffFriday, August 1, 2025
Feature Story The Michigan West Coast Chamber team celebrates winning Chamber of the Year. Entrepreneurship

Holland-Zeeland Chamber earns national award for innovation and leadership

Shandra MartinezTuesday, July 29, 2025
Feature Story Developer Day 2025 in Allegan County will take place Aug. 7. Community Development

Developer Day 2025 showcases housing opportunities across Allegan County

The Lakeshore staffTuesday, July 22, 2025
Feature Story Mead Johnson Nutrition, a subsidiary of consumer goods giant Reckitt, has operated in Zeeland for over 100 years. Community Development

Mead Johnson expansion proposal spurs burst of civic engagement

Shandra MartinezSaturday, July 19, 2025
Feature Story The 20,000-square-foot Next Center in downtown Holland symbolizes Lakeshore Advantage's evolution over the past two decades and its enduring commitment to fostering innovation in Ottawa and Allegan counties. Community Development

Foundation awards nearly $800K to strengthen Ottawa County community

The Lakeshore StaffThursday, July 17, 2025
Longform Community collaborations help coordinate shelter, food, clothing, and other basic needs alongside behavioral health services. Community Action of Allegan County home-delivered meals drivers. Healthy Communities

Mental health agencies strengthen services through community collaborations

Brianna NargisoTuesday, July 15, 2025
Feature Story Velo Kids is using a $10,000 grant to expand its Bike Club into community groups, giving more kids a chance to ride and grow confidence. Community Development

Grants fuel local efforts in youth leadership, housing, and inclusion

The LakeshoreWednesday, July 9, 2025
Feature Story The Healthy Housing Workgroup, part of CHIP, tackles basic home repairs such as plumbing, blight removal, insulation, and energy efficiency. Community Development

Allegan County organizations unite to make homes safer and healthier

Shandra MartinezWednesday, July 2, 2025
Feature Story Ryan Kilpatrick, lead consultant for Housing Next, leads a panel discussion. Community Development

Report: Ottawa County housing progress continues, but gaps remain for many

Shandra MartinezWednesday, June 25, 2025
Feature Story Newaygo is among the communities receiving money for placemaking projects. Community Development

West Michigan communities awarded grants to help with placemaking projects

RIX StaffTuesday, June 17, 2025
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