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Feature Story Last year, the Fresh Fridges program distributed over 37,451 pounds of wholesome food to these partners. Community Development

How ‘Fresh Fridges’ are expanding access to nutritious foods

Shandra MartinezMonday, August 26, 2024
Feature Story Alejandro Fleites Marcelo and Karinna Martinez were the only students from the Grand Rapids area selected for the 2024 Bank of America Student Leaders Program, an eight-week summer internship. Kids and Education

Holland students make a big impact at LAUP through Bank of America internship

Shandra Martinez Monday, August 26, 2024
Feature Story Volunteers lend a hand at LHFH’s Critical Home Repair Program. Community Development

Critical Home Repair program expands to Allegan County

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, August 26, 2024
Feature Story Experience the sights and sounds of Civil War battles during the popular Van Raalte Farm Civil War Muster, taking place Sept. 21-22 on the farm property in Holland. Arts and Culture

September things to do: Labor Day, runs, climbs, history, film, music, and a Civil War muster

Melody WilsonMonday, August 26, 2024
Feature Story Victoria Bernhardt, owner of “Little Miss Green Thumb,” and her family have renovated a historic Muskegon church to become "The Corner," a family-friendly commercial and event space. Economic Development

Family revitalizes historic church in downtown Muskegon into ‘The Corner’

Shandra MartinezMonday, August 19, 2024
Feature Story coopersvillebrewing Arts and Culture

How one rural Michigan brewery created community

Jason M. Karel Monday, August 19, 2024
Feature Story Students formed five-person teams, each tasked with identifying a “wicked problem”—a complex issue with no easy solution. Arts and Culture

West Michigan teens tackle ‘wicked’ problems at the Wege High School Collaborative Studio

Laura BergellsMonday, August 19, 2024
Feature Story Isabelle Buckler, a senior at Kendall College was a user experience intern at Gentex this summer.of Art and Design of Ferris State University, Kids and Education

Classrooms to Careers: Gentex interns shape company

Andrea GoodellMonday, August 19, 2024
Feature Story SMALL-Michael-Naess Arts and Culture

HSO’s new CEO brings big orchestra experience to Holland

The Lakeshore Wednesday, August 14, 2024
Feature Story Small-Amanda-Chappell Community Development

Program cultivates next generation of Allegan County community leaders

Shandra MartinezWednesday, August 14, 2024
Feature Story SMALL-2024-books Kids and Education

Big Read Lakeshore explores identity, the American dream in this year’s book selections

Shandra MartinezWednesday, August 14, 2024
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Lakeshore Advantage launches survey in effort to keep young talent in the region

Shandra MartinezWednesday, August 14, 2024
Feature Story Neighborhood Connector Lori Appeldoorn pauses at one of many welcoming stops along Central Avenue. This one, in front of JJ's on the corner of Central and 16th Street, includes yard games, lighting, and picnic benches for neighborhood gatherings. Community Development

Eastcore looks to artistic future with neighborhood improvements, mural festival

Andrea GoodellTuesday, August 13, 2024
Longform Mark Witte Healthy Communities

CCBHCs extend mental health care to more Michiganders despite challenges

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, August 7, 2024
Feature Story A report on the 2023 Allegan County Community Health Survey outlines residents’ health and personal needs. Community Development

Allegan Community Health Survey eyes residents’ future well-being

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, August 5, 2024
Feature Story Radiant Roots Doula Network serves families during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum by providing high-quality and culturally responsive services. Community Development

Foundation gives grants to 4 nonprofits to promote healthier parenting

Shandra MartinezMonday, August 5, 2024
Feature Story HSO, Music Moves Us Arts and Culture

HSO’s Music Moves Us brings 10 free events to Holland Aug. 6-10

The Lakeshore Tuesday, July 30, 2024
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