Community Development

Feature Story Operation United is an annual event that mobilizes volunteers to recognize the sacrifices and service of veterans and active military families, with a focus on seniors and those with disabilities in Kent County.

3-county United Way merger strengthens regional collaboration


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Zeeland launches inaugural Citizen’s Academy


Feature Story West Ottawa basketball players Taylor Catton, left, and Gabby Reynolds, right, have their photo taken with a young fan following a Q&A session at Evergreen Commons.

Miss Basketball comes to Evergreen Commons


Feature Story Historical photos will be part of an exhibit in Port Sheldon Township Hall as part of the township's centennial celebration.
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Feature Story  Clay hands being made for a Muskegon Museum of Art touring Through Our Lens: Hands exhibit.
Feature Story The new University of Michigan facility in Wayland is staffed by three primary care physicians and three advanced practice providers.

U-M Health-West opens new $10.4M Wayland Health Center


Feature Story Michigan Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year Jaqulin Barajas, right, poses with 2023 Michigan Youth of the Year Isabel Shepard at the state Capitol building.
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Nonprofit spotlights the impact of volunteers


Feature Story The Lindenloft cottage is the sole cottage of Highland Park to remain in the same family and retain its original name through the years.

Final installment: Highland Park's history lives on