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Foundation grants support placemaking in rural communities
Shandra Martinez
Thursday, May 5, 2022
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From one man's dream to a city's vision: Ice rink proposal for downtown Holland taking shape
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Tuesday, May 3, 2022
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Monday, April 18, 2022
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Spring Lake murals celebrate creativity while hindering crime
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Monday, August 30, 2021
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'Wonderful collaboration' transforming Spring Lake waterfront park
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Monday, August 23, 2021
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Lakeshore communities welcome the benefits social districts offer businesses
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Park Theatre bursts back on the scene with new vigor post-pandemic
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Monday, July 26, 2021
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Parks looking to crowdfunding, state grants to create spaces for all
Andrea Goodell
Tuesday, June 8, 2021
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Convention center opens, setting up Muskegon as a year-round destination
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Monday, May 24, 2021
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Ottawa County buys land vital to creation of future Macatawa Greenway trail
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Tuesday, March 30, 2021
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