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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 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 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
Longform Juan (cacao and coffee farmer), Chad Morton and Efren Madriaga Entrepreneurship

Published Together: The heart opening journey of a superfood in our backyard

Chad Morton, Co-Founder of Roast UmberThursday, February 11, 2021
Feature Story Scott Patchin is an author and leadership coach. Community Development

Lakeshore leaders profiled in new book about honesty and truth

Luke FerrisMonday, February 8, 2021
Feature Story A GRCC student works in a manufacturing pneumatics class. Economic Development

$9.8M federal grant to fund skills training for workers

Shandra MartinezMonday, February 8, 2021
Feature Story Zeeland's Strength and Main ad campaign asks customers to pull together for downtown businesses Economic Development

Downtown Zeeland looks for hope at the corner of Strength and Main

andrea goodellTuesday, February 2, 2021
Feature Story Lakeshore Advantage's Business Solutions Manager Greg King presents the 2020 Business Intelligence report. Economic Development

West Michigan Lakeshore employer outlook positive despite 2020 challenges

Shandra MartinezMonday, February 1, 2021
Feature Story Magnus Capital Partners' development in Holland Township on Felch Street will also see a mix of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments on an 8-acre site. Entrepreneurship

Developer builds with ‘missing middle’ workforce in mind

PAUL R. KOPENKOSKEYSaturday, January 30, 2021
Feature Story Koops Automation System in Holland is using the state's Going Pro grants to train employees. Economic Development

West Michigan companies receive $12M to train the workforce

Shandra MartinezTuesday, January 26, 2021
Development News Tim Mroz Healthy Communities

Over $5 million to be awarded to West Michigan area businesses

Allison ArnoldTuesday, January 19, 2021
Feature Story Customer and employee safety remains a priority for businesses in downtown Holland and Grand Haven. Economic Development

Michigan offers 3 grants for businesses, employees, venues hurt by pandemic

Shandra MartinezTuesday, January 19, 2021
Feature Story Jennifer Joseph, a nurse aide at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, received the Essential Service Award in 2017. Economic Development

Know a frontliner worker who deserves recognition?

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 17, 2021
Feature Story Holland BPW’s Pete Hoffswell was honored as Innovator of the Yearfor the “smart brick” he invented, which collects temperature data throughout the city’s snowmelt system. Technology and Innovation

GVSU Innovator of the Year enjoys ‘cool, fun projects’

Luke FerrisFriday, January 15, 2021
Feature Story Tanya Schafer and Patrick Westover, Tantrick Brewing Co. co-owners, are expanding their micro-brewery into downtown Allegan. Entrepreneurship

Tantrick Brewing Co. announces downtown Allegan facility

andrea goodellMonday, January 4, 2021
Feature Story With more than 10 miles of groomed ski trails winding along the Pigeon River, Pigeon Creek Park is a popular cross-country ski destination for classic and skate skiing. Arts and Culture

Things to do in January: Find post-holiday bargains or enjoy the ice and snow

Sally LaukitisMonday, January 4, 2021
Feature Story Ed Garner is the Regional Director of the West Michigan Region of Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Entrepreneurship

SBDC West Michigan Region has tools to help businesses survive pandemic

Shandra MartinezSunday, December 27, 2020
Feature Story Tate Shumaker has an Etsy side hustle making habitats for pets. Their store, Tatescosycreatures, features adorable hideaways shaped like fruits and vegetables for pet hamsters, guinea pigs, and rats. Entrepreneurship

Time is right for creative people to open Etsy shops

Liz HoffswellTuesday, December 22, 2020
Feature Story Hudsonville Ice Cream's $51 million, 150,000-square-foot expansion will add 45 new jobs. Economic Development

Sweet success: Hudsonville Ice Cream expands — again

andrea goodellMonday, December 21, 2020
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