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Feature Story Beyond Basics partners with Muskegon schools, providing one-on-one tutoring to close literacy gaps through a state-funded pilot program. Kids and Education

Muskegon Schools partner with Beyond Basics to close literacy gaps

Shandra MartinezSunday, February 2, 2025
Feature Story MMA Executive Director Kirk Hallman. Arts and Culture

The Muskegon Museum of Art unveils $15.4M expansion

Shandra MartinezSunday, February 2, 2025
Feature Story Renee Thompson with Disability Advocates of Kent County makes adjustments to the new walker being loaned to Ronny Richardson through DAKC's Occupational Therapy Equipment Loan Closet. Equity

Finding belonging through empowerment: One journey with Disability Advocates of Kent County

Tommy AllenSaturday, February 1, 2025
Feature Story Skot Welch, co-founder of the New Community Transformation Fund (NCTF). Economic Development

How a new partnership is focused on driving generational wealth in West Michigan

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 27, 2025
Feature Story CW Marsh owner Dan Wehrwein (right) stands with a company employee to showcase a prototype seal designed for the Hoover Dam project. Economic Development

Muskegon manufacturer carries forward a 125-year legacy

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 26, 2025
Feature Story ​Gentex partners with Ringbrothers to showcase "Infected," a custom 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda, at the Michigan International Auto Show. Economic Development

Decade-long collaboration roars into Michigan International Auto Show

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 26, 2025
Feature Story (From left) Keith Rothstein, Menaka Abel, and Wooyoung Jung Economic Development

Lakeshore Advantage adds fresh expertise to drive regional growth

The LakeshoreWednesday, January 22, 2025
Feature Story Charles Elwood (right) and Undersecretary Marisa Lago at the Presidential Palace at Indonesia’s new capital city, Nusantara. Economic Development

Holland AI entrepreneur joins U.S. trade mission to Asia

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 22, 2025
Feature Story The Great Asian Noodle Cookoff will showcase diverse Asian cuisines and cultural performances, and support local and international Rotary initiatives. Community Development

Holland to host Great Asian Noodle Cookoff, showcasing cuisine and culture

The LakeshoreMonday, January 20, 2025
Feature Story Kendall VanWagner hugs a student. Kids and Education

Finding Their Calling: Hillside educators share their journey

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 20, 2025
Feature Story The West Michigan Symphony marks its 85th anniversary of blending tradition and innovation to enrich Muskegon with world-class performances and community engagement. Arts and Culture

West Michigan Symphony celebrates 85 years of music, community, and innovation

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 20, 2025
Feature Story From left: Khristian Silvis, Angie Barksdale, Amy Gibson, Jacob Maas, Shelondrea Johnson, Chad Patton, Megan Bryne, Cara Achterhof, and Kathryn Pina. Community Development

‘Resilience is key’: Hackley Community Care team honored for workforce Impact

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 20, 2025
Feature Story The Martin Lions was one of many organizations that helped to stock Allegan County pantries with peanut butter last year. Community Development

Allegan County Community Foundation 'spreading the love' with ninth annual peanut butter drive

Andrea GoodellSaturday, January 18, 2025
Feature Story The Holland Human Relations Commission honored people and organizations creating an equitable and inclusive community with their 2024 Social Justice Awards. Community Development

Holland honors those creating an equitable and inclusive community

Shandra MartinezSaturday, January 18, 2025
Feature Story The Disability Network Southwest Michigan team poses for a holiday photo. Equity

DNSWM campaign highlights staff’s lived experiences and community impact

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 13, 2025
Feature Story Herrick District Library’s next Maker-in-Residence will be civic engagement artist Sara Alsum-Wassenaar. Arts and Culture

New maker creating geodomes at Herrick District Library

The LakeshoreMonday, January 13, 2025
Feature Story The Warm Friend shown in 1968. Community Development

The Warm Friend Tavern — 300 years in the making and the man who built it

Terry HoffmeyerMonday, January 13, 2025
Feature Story Hillside Learning Center in Allegan is being honored for implementing a curriculum that helps students with severe physical disabilities increase mobility and independence. Equity

MOVE curriculum is giving students with disabilities more mobility

Shandra MartinezWednesday, January 8, 2025
Feature Story The Grand Landing site at the intersection of US 31 and Adams Street in Grand Haven has been in the sights of hotel developers since 2006. Community Development

Grand Haven's Grand Landing could finally land a hotel

Andrea GoodellWednesday, January 8, 2025
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