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Holiday gift guide: Online ordering and in-store shopping along the Lakeshore

By Sally LaukitisWednesday, November 25, 2020
Feature Story City officials worked with the crowdsourcing platform Patronicity to purchase and install a 20-foot Christmas tree in a downtown Holland park. (City of Holland) Arts and Culture

Downtown Holland creates holiday magic with a little crowdfunding

BY ANDREA GOODELLTuesday, November 17, 2020
Feature Story Koops Automation Systems team members work together to assemble an automated system. Entrepreneurship

Employee-owned Holland company on a growth streak

By Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 17, 2020
Feature Story Joe Matthews is the Vice President of Purchasing and Diversity Officer for Zeeland-based Gentex Corp. Diversity

Love of language translates into action

BY PAUL R. KOPENKOSKEYTuesday, November 17, 2020
Feature Story Zeeland's Tripelroot brewpub has had to shift gears to stay relavant in the time of COVID. Economic Development

Brewpub shifts focus during COVID with help from Lakeshore Advantage, MEDC

by andrea goodellThursday, November 12, 2020
Feature Story The Armistice Day Storm exhibit at the Port of Ludington Maritime Museum shines a spotlight on the deadliest storm in Great Lakes history. Kids and Education

Holland diver breathes life into 80-year-old tragedy on Lake Michigan with new museum exhibit

By Kym ReinstadlerFriday, November 06, 2020
Feature Story Haworth received the West Michigan Circular Economy Leadership Award. Sustainability

Haworth honored for circular design process

By Andrea GoodellWednesday, November 04, 2020
Feature Story Six 2020 Discover Manufacturing Week scholarships, valued at $500 each, are available to high school seniors pursuing a manufacturing-related career in Michigan. Economic Development

Career awareness event to highlight creativity, innovation in manufacturing

By Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 03, 2020
Feature Story Hawthorn Pond Natural Area is located in Holland Township. (Photo by Mike Lozon) Arts and Culture

What to do in November? 8 activities to enjoy along the Lakeshore

By Sally LaukitisSaturday, October 31, 2020
Feature Story A 133- unit condominium and apartment development is being proposed for downtown Grand Haven. Economic Development

New residential development proposed for downtown Grand Haven

BY PAUL R. KOPENKOSKEYFriday, October 30, 2020
Feature Story Herman Miller employees take part in the Grand Rapids Climate Strike in 2019. Community Development

Herman Miller’s ‘Day of Purpose’ provides paid time off on Election Day

By Bruce BuursmaFriday, October 30, 2020
Feature Story Boys & Girls Club of Greater Holland Teen Center Director, Sara Delbene, helps a teen with her homework on a Wi-Fi enabled device. Kids and Education

Boys & Girls Club steps up to support youth during the pandemic

By Shandra MartinezFriday, October 30, 2020
Feature Story Dons Flowers and Gifts President Douglas J. Vos and office manager Katie DenHerder prepare to give away 3,500 roses to customers, so they can gift the flowers to friends and family in an effort to lift community spirits during the COVID-19 pandemic. Community Development

Zeeland shop offers free flowers to lift community spirits

by andrea goodellTuesday, October 27, 2020
Feature Story There are steps employers can take to ensure privacy and cybersecurity, even as employees work remotely. Entrepreneurship

What employers with remote workforce can do to maintain privacy, cybersecurity

By Peter D. RhoadesTuesday, October 27, 2020
Feature Story Barbara Lee VanHorssen is the Experi-Mentor (executive director) of the Momentum Center in Grand Haven.

Task force to tackle racism and the media at next town hall meeting

by andrea goodellFriday, October 23, 2020
Feature Story Macatawa Area Express (MAX Transit) has openings for 12 full- and part-time bus operators. The positions have a starting wage of $15.25.  Economic Development

Dozens of employers will look for workers at upcoming Virtual Job Fair

By Shandra MartinezMonday, October 19, 2020
Feature Story Surveys show that 51% of employees report stress and burnout as a result of working at home.  Economic Development

10 tips to reduce stress for employees working at home

By Peter D. RhoadesThursday, October 15, 2020
Feature Story Robyn Afrik is Ottawa County’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Equity

How Diversity Forum aims to advance equity in Ottawa County

By Shandra MartinezWednesday, October 14, 2020
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