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Feature Story Jim LeBrecht, the filmmaker behind ‘Crip Camp’ Equity

Meeting filmmaker of ‘Crip Camp’ was an emotional experience

Lucia RiosMonday, August 28, 2023
Feature Story Columnist Lucia Rios participated in a disability etiquette panel discussion during the Disability: IN conference last month. Equity

What is disability etiquette?

Lucia RiosMonday, August 28, 2023
Feature Story Attendees took part of DAKC's Celebration of ADA took part in a checkpoint activity to learn about the history of the Disability Movement. Equity

PHOTOS: Celebrating 33 years of ADA while advocating for a better future

Shandra MartinezSunday, August 20, 2023
Feature Story Volunteers who download the app can sign up for flexible shifts, driving their own vehicles to recover food from donors and transporting it to local food access partners. Technology and Innovation

Lakeshore Food Rescue launches use of nationally recognized Food Rescue Hero app

Shandra MartinezTuesday, August 8, 2023
Feature Story Charles “Charlie” Elwood and Chris Martin using version 2.0 of Martin’s voice for the first time at Carpe Latte Coffee Shop. Technology and Innovation

AI app gives voice to those who’ve lost theirs

Paul R. KopenkoskeyWednesday, July 19, 2023
Feature Story Ubuntu is a concept from Kenya that means, at its core, humanity, in the sense of humaneness, decency, and human dignity. Healthy Communities

Ubuntu! A sense of humaneness, decency, and human dignity

Barbara Lee VanHorssenWednesday, July 19, 2023
Feature Story Alexx Smith, recipient of the 2022 Bob Davis Independent Living Award, stands with Disability Network Southwest Michigan staff member Mary Fortney. Equity

DNSWM highlights ‘remarkable progress’ with ADA Celebration

Kelsey SandersWednesday, July 19, 2023
Feature Story Photo by Tommy Allen Economic Development

Creating community and pride within the design scene in West Michigan

Shanika P. CarterWednesday, July 19, 2023
Feature Story Staff and board members of the Park Theatre participated in a hands-only CPR class earlier this year as part of the Heart Safe Holland initiative. Healthy Communities

Where arts and community intersect, Park Theatre joins Heart Safe Holland initiative

Andrea GoodellWednesday, July 12, 2023
Feature Story The treatment uses ultrasound and radio wave technology. (Holland Hospital) Healthy Communities

Holland Hospital first in West Michigan to offer a new noninvasive procedure

Shandra MartinezWednesday, July 12, 2023
Feature Story The band Flexadecibel performs at Party in the Park in 2022. Community Development

Disability Network West Michigan hosts inclusive Party in the Park on July 28

Kelsey SandersSaturday, July 1, 2023
Feature Story Show and Shine Car Show & Cruise spectators can line up anywhere along the Main Street cruise route. Arts and Culture

Things to do in July: Fireworks and music, car shows, Fiesta and magic

Melody WilsonMonday, June 26, 2023
Feature Story The Momentum Center opened a new facility at 345 W. 14th St. in Holland this year. Kids and Education

Momentum Center expands summer teen program

Andrea GoodellMonday, June 19, 2023
Feature Story Megan and Andrew Howe enjoy the great outdoors. Equity

Accountant with hearing loss advocates for her success

Kym ReinstadlerWednesday, June 14, 2023
Feature Story Lucia Rios Equity

Why commemorating Global Accessibility Awareness Day is important

Lucia Rios Wednesday, May 31, 2023
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