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Feature Story Grand Rapids Community College’s Bill Pink and Muskegon Community College’s Dale Nesbary have joined the Lakeshore Advantage board. Kids and Education

Lakeshore Advantage board adds college presidents as part of focus on education

Shandra MartinezTuesday, March 16, 2021
Feature Story Conveyor Concepts of Michigan LLC is expanding its Coopersville facility. Economic Development

Automation industry growth spurs $1.3M expansion at Conveyor Concepts

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 15, 2021
Feature Story Bowerman Blueberries is expanding its original farmers market and bringing a restaurant to downtown Holland later this year. Economic Development

Bowerman bringing blueberries to downtown Holland

Andrea GoodellSaturday, March 13, 2021
Feature Story While at Grand Valley, Jordan Vanderham developed a mask that makes it easier to breathe while working or playing in below-freezing air. Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurial GVSU grad finds success with cold-weather masks

Luke FerrisFriday, March 12, 2021
Feature Story Refresh is a collaboration between Community Action House and the First United Methodist Church of Holland and offers a hot shower, meal, and zero judgement. Community Development

Refresh celebrates two years with expansion

andrea goodellFriday, March 12, 2021
Feature Story Voting for Dancing with the Local Stars runs through March 10. Community Development

How Dancing with the Local Stars helps me give back to my community

Christina FecherMonday, March 8, 2021
Feature Story A difficult recovery propelled Jon Ornee toward pursuit of a meaningful life. Entrepreneurship

Jon Ornée pursues his curiosity through record-setting adventures

Jeremy GonsiorSunday, March 7, 2021
Feature Story There’s an opportunity for more women to find jobs or longtime careers in the industry locally. Economic Development

Opportunities abound for women interested in construction industry jobs, careers

By Shandra MartinezSunday, March 7, 2021
Feature Story Author Luke Ferris works from home. Economic Development

What will working from home — or work — look like beyond the pandemic?

Luke FerrisSaturday, March 6, 2021
Feature Story As it rolls out the COVID-19 vaccines, the Ottawa County Department of Public Health has worked with community organizations to work toward equitable vaccine distribution in communities of color. Equity

Creating vaccine equity in Ottawa County

andrea goodellTuesday, March 2, 2021
Development News Robert Cloy Community Development

“Shade is an equity issue.”

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, March 1, 2021
Feature Story “One-third of everything we eat depends on pollination,” says Don Lam, of the Holland Area Beekeepers Association (HABA). “Imagine losing one bite out of every three.” Kids and Education

From school programs to clubs, the growing efforts to save honeybees

Bev BerensSunday, February 28, 2021
Feature Story Grand Haven scrapped its coal-fired power plant in favor of buying off the grid and a 12.5-megawatt combined heat and power generation facility with advanced distribution hub. Sustainability

Wake-up call reinforces Grand Haven leaders’ focus on sustainable practices

Paul R. KopenkoskeySunday, February 28, 2021
Feature Story Holland’s Cubi Market prioritizes local businesses by offering a way to safely shop locally online. Entrepreneurship

Startup puts personalized products within shoppers’ grasp

Jeremy GonsiorTuesday, February 23, 2021
Feature Story Bill McKendry, founder and board president of Do More Good Community Development

Do More Good joins forces with Nonprofit Hub

andrea goodellTuesday, February 23, 2021
Feature Story This prepandemic photo shows yoga instructor Julia Fisher leading a yoga class. She’s helping people find connection through yoga at several lakeshore studios. Healthy Communities

Yoga practitioner helps create community along the Lakeshore

Kristie BurnsTuesday, February 23, 2021
Feature Story The Café at City on a Hill serves the staff and clients on the Zeeland nonprofit campus. Economic Development

Lakeshore Advantage awards $1.8M to 187 small businesses

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 23, 2021
Feature Story YAC Chair Andrew Ky is a senior at West Ottawa High School. Diversity

CFHZ youth advisory committee gives $60,000 in grants to support racial equity

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 16, 2021
Feature Story Plans are in full swing to have the former JCPenney store in The Shops at Westshore mall in Holland Township renovated in time for fall 2021 classes. Kids and Education

GRCC eyes fall opening for Lakeshore campus

Paul R. KopenkoskeyMonday, February 15, 2021
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