Economic Development

Feature Story Grand Haven resident Sophia Lonnee found the Automotive Tech Job Training Program at GRCC to be the right fit.   Kids and Education

GRCC automotive program gives Grand Haven grad opportunity to shift gears

Shandra MartinezFriday, May 20, 2022
Feature Story Holland Mayor Nathan Bocks, right, and residents scrub 8th Street in downtown Holland before the Tulip Time Festival’s Volksparade on May 14.  Arts and Culture

Holland’s Tulip Time Festival makes a strong comeback

J.R. ValderasThursday, May 19, 2022
Feature Story Windmill Island Gardens is extending its 2021 season. Kids and Education

Michigan State University and Windmill Island Gardens partner to offer gardening classes

Andrea GoodellTuesday, May 17, 2022
Feature Story Sarah Sass Community Development

Muskegon professionals find success, happiness close to home

Shanika P. CarterMonday, May 16, 2022
Feature Story The test kitchen highlights open spaces under the counter and sink for chairs or wheelchairs, lowered ovens, and cabinets with pull-down wire shelving. Equity

Community, inclusion inspire new Home Accessibility Center to support those with disabilities

Shandra MartinezMonday, May 16, 2022
Feature Story Team members from Zeeland High School's robotics team — known as Built on Brains, or B.O.B. — were one of two teams to compete at the F.I.R.S.T. Robotics World Championship in Houston last month. Kids and Education

Robotics students are next tech workforce

Andrea GoodellMonday, May 9, 2022
Feature Story Step it Up participants can join group walks like this one or participate in physical activity on their own. Arts and Culture

10 ways to enjoy the outdoors in Ottawa County Parks this month

Andrea GoodellMonday, May 9, 2022
Feature Story A recent study found there are 411,000 fewer available homes for sale for a household earning $75,000 to $100,000 compared to pre-pandemic. Community Development

New homebuyers prepare for a ‘hot’ housing market this summer

Luke FerrisMonday, May 9, 2022
Feature Story Jocelyn Hines (right) poses with her parents (left) and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer after Hines received the 2019 Youth Volunteer of the Year award. Entrepreneurship

MSU grad launches Muskegon Young Black Professionals to support community

Shanika P. CarterThursday, May 5, 2022
Feature Story Ferry and Voyager students are learning about botany and native plant species at The City Farmer. Kids and Education

Ferry-Voyager students partner with Grand Haven area businesses

Shandra MartinezThursday, May 5, 2022
Feature Story Blue Star Trail is a nearly 20-mile recreational trail, connecting South Haven to Saugatuck.  Community Development

Foundation grants support placemaking in rural communities

Shandra MartinezThursday, May 5, 2022
Feature Story Ottawa County Land Use Specialist Andrew Roszkowski discusses broadband data mapping opportunities during "Ottawa Online" on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at the Ottawa County Administration Building in West Olive. (Rich C. Lakeberg/Ottawa County) Technology and Innovation

Ottawa County’s digital inclusion strategy begins with survey to understand digital divide

Shandra MartinezThursday, May 5, 2022
Feature Story Every polling place in Michigan is required to have accessible equipment to help those with disability cast their ballots independently. Equity

Poll worker training key to smooth voting experience for people with disabilities

Paul R. KopenkoskeySaturday, April 30, 2022
Feature Story Lakeshore Advantage President Jennifer Owens at the opening of the SURGE Center. (Lakeshore Advantage) Entrepreneurship

Lakeshore Advantage launches startup incubator

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 27, 2022
Feature Story Ian Miskelley dives into the pool during competition. Healthy Communities

Be Better; educating coaches, parents, student athletes on mental wellness

Andrea GoodellTuesday, April 26, 2022
Feature Story Lori Hastings Economic Development

Lori's Voice enriches lives of children with disabilities

Lori HastingsMonday, April 25, 2022
Feature Story Freedom Village Apron Team: Linnie Cross (the chief), Myra Karachy (embroiderer), Barbara Neevel, and Sally John, Sunny Boeve, Rich Cook, Peg Van Grouw (organizer). Community Development

Seniors’ sewing project supports healthy eating, nutrition

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 19, 2022
Feature Story GMB Architects and Engineering was honored for the Holland company's work on the GRCC Lakeshore Campus. Kids and Education

GRCC Lakeshore Campus earns national recognition for design transformation

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 19, 2022
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