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Detroit Area Agency on Aging receives national awards for work to stop Detroiters dying prematurely
Estelle Slootmaker
Thursday, August 11, 2022
In July 2020, a report from the Detroit Area Agency on Aging found that Detroit's older adults were dying earlier than others. Two years later, the agency's work to reverse that trend has won two national awards.
Feature Story
Entrepreneurship
Volta Rally brings fans of clean energy RV, #vanlife travel together
Shandra Martinez
Thursday, August 11, 2022
Volta Power Systems has created a green power solution that lets RV and van campers go off the grid so they can stay anywhere.
Feature Story
Arts and Culture
Free concert featuring HSO and mariachi band returns to Kollen Park
Shandra Martinez
Thursday, August 11, 2022
The Holland Symphony Orchestra will perform “Mariachi, Movies, and More” with Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico Sol Azteca on Saturday, Aug. 13, at 7 p.m. The concert is free.
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Equity
6 perfect matches: Finding the right job for workers with disabilities lets them thrive
Shandra Martinez
Wednesday, August 10, 2022
People with disabilities are twice as likely to be unemployed compared to those without a disability. Beyond26 is one of several organizations trying to change that. Their clients share their success stories.
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Arts and Culture
Thousands flock to Grand Haven for Coast Guard Festival
Brittany Meyers
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
This festival began in 1924 when the local Coast Guard held rowing competitions for the service members stationed in Grand Haven. It has since grown to become one of the most popular festivals in Michigan.
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Healthy Communities
Crisis Intervention Team is a bridge to mental health resources in Ottawa County
Andrea Goodell
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
The team, which formed almost a year ago, helps people every day in mental health crisis and those who just need to be connected to resources — preventing a true crisis from ever forming.
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Community Development
Changing lives with financial literacy: Q&A with CAH’s Tabitha Wolters
Shandra Martinez
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Tabitha Wolters, Community Action House’s financial wellness specialist, shares how she’s working with clients to pay off debt and raise credit scores.
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Kids and Education
GRCC named a Gold Level College by Michigan Veterans Affairs
Shandra Martinez
Tuesday, August 9, 2022
The recognition comes one year after GRCC opened a Veterans Center to better support student veterans as they pursue their education.
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Henry Ford Health SNAP-Ed collaborations creating healthy change
Estelle Slootmaker
Monday, August 8, 2022
From creating free farm stands in Detroit to promoting healthier drinking water in the Jackson area, the
Henry Ford Health
initiative
Generation with Promise
is supporting healthier families and communities across Michigan.
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Arts and Culture
Smooth sailing for cruise ships in Muskegon after 2-year hiatus
Kelsey Sanders
Monday, August 8, 2022
Muskegon is a port of call for four cruise ships, which use the Heritage Landing Cruise Ship Dock in downtown Muskegon. While it’s been a few years since the cruises were able to sail the Great Lakes, so far it’s been a successful summer.
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Arts and Culture
Exhibit explores the early history of the Postal Service in Holland
Shandra Martinez
Friday, August 5, 2022
The Holland Museum's newest exhibition is curated by the Summer Intern Council and tells the early history of Holland's postal service.
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Kids and Education
Heavy metal band Metallica funds GRCC’s welding program for 4th year
Shandra Martinez
Thursday, August 4, 2022
A fourth grant from Metallica’s All Within My Hands Foundation will allow Grand Rapids Community College to help more nontraditional students gain in-demand welding skills.
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Community Development
Muskegon Heights park could be anchor for community with prosperity grant
Andrea Goodell
Monday, August 1, 2022
The "Reaching NEW Muskegon Heights" project will include a splash pad, restrooms, fountain, and a promenade.
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Treasuring the legacy of artisans in Holland and beyond
Dale Wyngarden
Monday, August 1, 2022
Dale Wyngarden, who for decades guided Holland’s development, takes a look at the structures that are standing the test of time.
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Muskegon’s Mosquito Creek Trails becomes mountain biker destination
Pat ApPaul
Sunday, July 31, 2022
Spearheaded by Muskegon County and Michigan’s Edge Mountain Biking Association, the multi-use trail is gaining a reputation as one of best trails in West Michigan. Volunteers have been key to building the trails and other amenities.
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Community Development
Mother finds accessible play space to accommodate the entire family
Andrea Goodell
Sunday, July 31, 2022
Jess Ronne found a play space where her son Lucas, who is autistic, could come along with his siblings. The accessible playground and barn at Benjamin’s Hope in Holland is a place designed for those with disabilities but welcomes everyone.
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United Ways, Disability Network partner for Disability Equity Challenge
Paul R. Kopenkoskey
Sunday, July 31, 2022
To help people better understand the challenges faced by those with disabilities, the United Ways in Michigan have launched the 21-Day Disability Equity Challenge.
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Nearly 20 Michigan communities have declared racism a public health crisis. What happens next?
Estelle Slootmaker
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Here's a look at the actions three Michigan communities have taken since passing declarations that racism is a public health crisis.
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New faces join CFHZ board
Shandra Martinez
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Three community volunteers will play an important role in helping the Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area allocate funding for local programs and projects.
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Advocate works behind the scenes to create a more inclusive community
Kym Reinstadler
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
From affordable housing to accessible transportation, big-picture thinker Paul Ecklund works to make lasting changes by changing systems.
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Food co-op in downtown Battle Creek will support local food growers and makers
Source: Rural Innovation Exchange
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Source: Metromode
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Source: Model D
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