Parks

Feature Story City of GR's Parks Director David Marquordt (in red shorts) enjoys meeting folks in our parks. Sustainability

Adapting outdoor recreation in West Michigan amidst shifting seasons and climate change

Tommy AllenWednesday, May 28, 2025
Feature Story The Lakeshore Assistant Editor Andrea Goodell Community Development

Farewell from Assistant Editor Andrea Goodell

Andrea GoodellMonday, April 14, 2025
Feature Story Influencers and friends Stefanie Schaffer and Erika Nala Franco toured Grand Rapids in their wheelchairs. Their video is out now.

Wheel the World designation spotlights GR’s accessibility

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 1, 2025
Feature Story If you’re looking for unique and delightful gifts to give this holiday season, look no further than the Kerstmarket (Christmas market) in Holland. Arts and Culture

November things to do: Theater, shopping, music, food drives, crafts, Thanksgiving, and turkey trots

Melody WilsonFriday, October 25, 2024
Feature Story Ottawa Sands County Park, a 345-acre site at the junction of the Grand River and Lake Michigan Coastal Greenways will celebrate its grand reopening on Oct. 17. Community Development

From sand mine to county park: Ottawa Sands reopens with new amenities

Shandra MartinezSunday, October 13, 2024
Feature Story The 190-unit mixed-income development broke ground last month along Holland Township’s Lakewood Boulevard and will be completed in phases over the next two years. Economic Development

Affordable housing options expand with Holland's Lakewood Place Apartment Village groundbreaking

Andrea GoodellWednesday, September 4, 2024
Feature Story Neighborhood Connector Lori Appeldoorn pauses at one of many welcoming stops along Central Avenue. This one, in front of JJ's on the corner of Central and 16th Street, includes yard games, lighting, and picnic benches for neighborhood gatherings. Community Development

Eastcore looks to artistic future with neighborhood improvements, mural festival

Andrea GoodellTuesday, August 13, 2024
Feature Story West Michigan Water Safety Alliance volunteers recently trained to distribute education about water safety at Holland State Park. Healthy Communities

Lakeshore communities look to education to prevent drownings

Andrea GoodellMonday, June 10, 2024
Feature Story The new Ottawa Beach General Store is nearly identical to the 1930s building it replaced with some key improvements. Community Development

PHOTOS: Iconic beachside store reopens

The LakeshoreMonday, June 3, 2024
Feature Story Historical photos will be part of an exhibit in Port Sheldon Township Hall as part of the township's centennial celebration. Community Development

Port Sheldon is celebrating centennial while looking to the future

Andrea GoodellMonday, May 20, 2024
Feature Story small-park-ranger Sustainability

Retired teacher finds success as park ranger

Shandra MartinezSunday, April 28, 2024
Feature Story Allegan County offers a plethora of outdoor trails and greenways to soak in the nature. Arts and Culture

4 cool trails to explore in Allegan County

Andrea GoodellTuesday, March 19, 2024
Feature Story Meg-park-small Community Development

Spring Lake’s Central Park ready for a refresh

Shandra MartinezTuesday, February 27, 2024
Feature Story Bysterveld County Park includes trails forwalking, running, or cross-country skiing; a picnic shelter; playground; catch-and-release fishing pond; a grass picnic and recreation area; restroom facility; and paved parking. Community Development

4 parks to explore in Allegan County

Andrea GoodellMonday, February 26, 2024
Feature Story Two GRIT wheelchair users pose at a local park. Equity

All-terrain wheelchair loan program opens outdoors to more users

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, November 14, 2023
Feature Story The Muskegon Parks & Recreation Department kicks off its open skating at Trinity Health Arena on Sunday, Nov. 5, and the first Sunday of the month through March. Arts and Culture

November things to do: Skating, celebrating, film, beads, reads, and holiday kickoffs

Melody WilsonMonday, October 30, 2023
Feature Story Fennville Healthy Communities

Encouraging greener communities

Sarah SpohnMonday, October 9, 2023
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