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Feature Story Newaygo is among the communities receiving money for placemaking projects. Community Development

West Michigan communities awarded grants to help with placemaking projects

RIX StaffTuesday, June 17, 2025
Feature Story alleganscene Economic Development

Downtown improvements help Allegan draw new businesses and visitors

Brenda MarshallWednesday, October 2, 2024
Feature Story coopersvillebrewing Arts and Culture

How one rural Michigan brewery created community

Jason M. Karel Monday, August 19, 2024
Longform Mark Witte Healthy Communities

CCBHCs extend mental health care to more Michiganders despite challenges

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, August 7, 2024
Feature Story The herd includes Freya and Maya. Arts and Culture

The healing power of horses

Chuck MarshallThursday, July 25, 2024
Innovation News “This project will create a new space in Downtown Allegan that is inclusive of all users and modernize a beloved community place,” says MEDC Regional Prosperity Managing Director Paula Holtz. Community Development

Improvements planned for riverfront park in downtown Allegan

MJ GalbraithMonday, June 10, 2024
Feature Story The Pearl Mist in Holland a few years ago. Arts and Culture

Holland, Grand Haven, Muskegon among small ports welcoming uptick in Great Lakes cruises

RIX StaffThursday, May 23, 2024
Feature Story Clay hands being made for a Muskegon Museum of Art touring Through Our Lens: Hands exhibit. Arts and Culture

White Lake council boosts rural access to the arts

Erica HobbsMonday, May 6, 2024
Feature Story smaller-farmers Economic Development

How 2 farms preserved agricultural legacy amidst push for development

Shandra MartinezSunday, March 24, 2024
Feature Story laptopimage Entrepreneurship

Mapping a better future for broadband in Michigan

RIX StaffThursday, March 21, 2024
Feature Story Part of the streetscape of downtown Wayland. Community Development

What's all the hype about Wayland?

Rosemary ParkerThursday, March 21, 2024
Feature Story Small-John-Miller Economic Development

Brewery’s new summer offerings reflect growth of region’s agribusiness

Shandra MartinezWednesday, February 28, 2024
Feature Story Auto Image is located in Plainwell. Entrepreneurship

Car accessory customizer flourishes in Plainwell

Rosemary Parker Tuesday, February 6, 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 DeWys-SMALL Economic Development

Rural Ottawa County firm’s expansion to add 80 workers

Shandra MartinezTuesday, November 7, 2023
Feature Story Fennville Healthy Communities

Encouraging greener communities

Sarah SpohnMonday, October 9, 2023
Partner Content Mari Romero Economic Development

Community foundations, nonprofit lenders blending strengths

Northern InitiativesThursday, September 28, 2023
Feature Story Kayak pass under the Old Iron Bridge in downtown Allegan. (City of Allegan) Economic Development

Redevelopment Ready: Harrison and Allegan

Sarah SpohnThursday, September 21, 2023
Feature Story Jon Ornée starting his swim off the North Manitou Island on Sept. 10. (Jon Ornée) Healthy Communities

'Epic' record-holder swims between Manitou Islands

Shandra MartinezMonday, September 11, 2023
Feature Story tulypsign Economic Development

Tulyp Hotel blossoms in downtown Holland

Dianna StampflerThursday, May 4, 2023
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