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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 Shift Climbing's 12,377-square-foot facility features a first-in-the-nation hydraulically tiltable climbing structure, developed with European wall manufacturer Dreamwall. Economic Development

New climbing gym brings innovation to fitness, access, and employee equity

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 1, 2025
Feature Story Gregory Hall reaquired his beloved Virture Cider and is returning the brand to its independent roots. Entrepreneurship

Virtue Cider’s next chapter: Gregory Hall brings the brand back to Allegan County roots

Shandra MartinezSunday, January 12, 2025
Feature Story Sweet Temptations workers make sweet treats every day. Community Development

40 years of sweet treats on the Grand Haven Boardwalk

Andrea GoodellTuesday, August 27, 2024
Feature Story Victoria Bernhardt, owner of “Little Miss Green Thumb,” and her family have renovated a historic Muskegon church to become "The Corner," a family-friendly commercial and event space. Economic Development

Family revitalizes historic church in downtown Muskegon into ‘The Corner’

Shandra MartinezMonday, August 19, 2024
Feature Story Cindy Larsen, left, will retire from the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber; Rachel Gorman will take over the role. Economic Development

Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber President Cindy Larsen to retire

The LakeshoreTuesday, June 18, 2024
Feature Story "A vibrant downtown is crucial for the prosperity of our community,” Allegan Mayor Roger Bird says. The city celebrated the completion of its downtown streetscape project on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 25. Community Development

Downtown Allegan celebrates grand opening of $9M streetscape project

Andrea GoodellMonday, December 4, 2023
Feature Story An approximation of what a new three-story building and passageway project will look like in downtown Zeeland. The developer is in the process of obtaining final state and city approval. Community Development

New $3M development coming to Downtown Zeeland

Andrea GoodellFriday, March 17, 2023
Feature Story Gordon Burnham has been with Comcast’s Xfinity Store in Muskegon for over 36 years. Economic Development

8 frontline workers recognized for going above and beyond

Shandra MartinezSaturday, March 4, 2023
Feature Story An early post card with a photograph shot from the docks of "Black Lake," what came to be known as Lake Macatawa, shows a family in traditional Dutch costume. Arts and Culture

Holland history: "Black Lake" and the harbor

Dale WyngardenMonday, February 27, 2023
Feature Story When malls threatened downtown Holland's future, the city and the merchants got creative. Arts and Culture

Holland history: The rise and fall (and rise) of shopping malls

Dale WyngardenMonday, February 20, 2023
Feature Story Downtown Holland preserved its historical buildings with the help of the Prince family, local merchants and government — and a lot of ingenuity. Community Development

Holland history: The downtown revival

Dale WyngardenSaturday, January 21, 2023
Feature Story Sweet Temptations staff pose for a photo with Michigan state Sen. Roger Victory, R-Hudsonville. Entrepreneurship

Grand Haven ice cream shop serves up country's best scoops

Andrea GoodellFriday, January 13, 2023
Feature Story Marisela Sierra won the 2022 Start Garden 100 pitch competition with her Navarro’s Mexican Takeout. Entrepreneurship

Start Garden win lifts third-generation restaurateur’s dreams to next level

Shanika P. CarterMonday, October 3, 2022
Feature Story Music on Main is returning to downtown Zeeland this summer with food, music, games, and more. Community Development

Music on Main returns to downtown Zeeland

Andrea GoodellMonday, June 13, 2022
Feature Story During Girlfriends Weekend, women are invited to celebrate their friendships as they shop, wine, dine, and indulge in Downtown Holland. Equity

Downtown Holland explores DEI with Hope College's Center For Leadership

Andrea GoodellMonday, April 18, 2022
Feature Story The Boys and Girls Club of the Muskegon Lakeshore will use a $50,000 donation from regional retail giant Meijer in its capital campaign to renovate a property along Muskegon Lake. Kids and Education

Meijer gift aids Muskegon Boys and Girls Club expansion project

Andrea GoodellTuesday, April 12, 2022
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