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Feature Story The newest Biggby Coffee is in the newly renovated Haworth Hotel. Economic Development

Hope grad opens coffee bar in Haworth Hotel after $7.5M makeover

Jeremy GonsiorMonday, July 19, 2021
Feature Story Children play at the existing natural playground of Little Hawks Preschool on the Outdoor Discovery Center campus. Kids and Education

ODC expands nature-based preschool opportunities around Holland

Andrea GoodellWednesday, June 30, 2021
Feature Story Casey Kornoelje Entrepreneurship

At Pharmhouse Wellness it’s all in the family (business) this Mother's Day

Tommy AllenFriday, May 7, 2021
Feature Story Ottawa County United Way President Patrick Moran meets with other nonprofit leaders to discuss how to meet community needs. Economic Development

Beyond poverty: Families struggled to make ends meet before pandemic

Andrea GoodellTuesday, April 27, 2021
Feature Story Hunter Daniels says the Jobs for Michigan’s Graduates program was a game changer for him. Economic Development

Muskegon County resident finds successful path thanks to West Michigan Works! services, support

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 6, 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 Robyn Afrik is Ottawa County’s Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Diversity

Ottawa County DEI office details first year on the job

andrea goodellTuesday, February 16, 2021
Feature Story Scott Patchin Community Development

Lakeshore leaders profiled in new book about honesty and truth

Luke FerrisMonday, February 8, 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 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 Dan Wedge is Executive Director of Services for Allegan County, with transportation services falling under his purview. Community Development

ACT gives bus riders access to work, social life, necessities

Bev BerensMonday, December 14, 2020
Feature Story The Futures for Frontliners scholarship is intended to help essential workers pay their community college tuition. Kids and Education

State scholarship pays tuition for frontline workers

PAUL R. KOPENKOSKEYMonday, December 14, 2020
Feature Story lakeshore-gift-guide Economic Development

Holiday gift guide: Online ordering and in-store shopping along the Lakeshore

Sally LaukitisWednesday, November 25, 2020
Feature Story Six 2020 Discover Manufacturing Week scholarships, valued at $500 each, are available to high school seniors pursuing a manufacturing-related career in Michigan. Economic Development

Career awareness event to highlight creativity, innovation in manufacturing

Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 3, 2020
Feature Story Dons Flowers and Gifts President Douglas J. Vos and office manager Katie DenHerder prepare to give away 3,500 roses to customers, so they can gift the flowers to friends and family in an effort to lift community spirits during the COVID-19 pandemic. Community Development

Zeeland shop offers free flowers to lift community spirits

andrea goodellTuesday, October 27, 2020
Feature Story The Spring Lake Department of Public Works prepares trees for winter. Community Development

Spring Lake Township, Village reap rewards of unique DPW merger

PAUL R. KOPENKOSKEYWednesday, October 21, 2020
Feature Story Macatawa Area Express (MAX Transit) has openings for 12 full- and part-time bus operators. The positions have a starting wage of $15.25.  Economic Development

Dozens of employers will look for workers at upcoming Virtual Job Fair

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 19, 2020
Feature Story Surveys show that 51% of employees report stress and burnout as a result of working at home.  Economic Development

10 tips to reduce stress for employees working at home

Peter D. RhoadesThursday, October 15, 2020
Feature Story Just Goods Gifts recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate its new location. Economic Development

Retailers find new home in Grand Haven’s refurbished Depot

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 12, 2020
Feature Story Amanda Chocko is Lakeshore Advantage's Director of Entrepreneurship. Entrepreneurship

Lakeshore Advantage entrepreneurship director takes on international role

Shandra MartinezMonday, October 12, 2020
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