Immigration

Feature Story The 2022 Ottawa County DEI Forum was held on Oct. 28. (Nathan Bocks)

Highlights from the 2022 Ottawa County Diversity Forum


Feature Story From left, Iliana Ponce, Esther Fifelski, and Susan Kragt are among those advocating for Afghan refugees in West Michigan.

Lakeshore agencies welcome Afghan refugees with open arms


Feature Story Sangeeta Kar, of Sangeeta's Dance & Music of India in Midland, Michigan, performs a classical odissi dance at the International Festival of Holland in the Holland Civic Center, August 21, 2021.
Feature Story West Ottawa senior Nayeli Mora took home the Michigan Boys and Girls Club Youth of the Year award and will compete for the regional title next month.

Holland Youth of the Year Nayeli Mora wins state title


Feature Story Eva S. Alexander is the new executive director of Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates.

Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates brings on new leadership


Feature Story Salvador and Jodi Munoz during a recent reunion in Mexico.
Feature Story Attorney Sarah Yore-Van Oosterhout started nonprofit Lighthouse Immigrant Advocates.
Feature Story Basil at hotel

Immigrant entrepreneur makes a big difference in Spring Lake