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Feature Story TEDxMacatawa speakers for 2023 Technology and Innovation

TEDxMacatawa returns to the Lakeshore

Andrea GoodellTuesday, August 29, 2023
Feature Story Photo by Tommy Allen Economic Development

Creating community and pride within the design scene in West Michigan

Shanika P. CarterWednesday, July 19, 2023
Feature Story A rendering of the Next Center, which will be built in downtown Holland. Economic Development

West Michigan technology and innovation hub ‘Next Center’ planned

Shandra MartinezFriday, June 9, 2023
Feature Story Ana Olson, owner of Los Amigos restaurant in Muskegon Community Development

Muskegon restaurateur shares her culture through food and tequila

Shanika P. CarterMonday, April 3, 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 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 (Fom left) HealthBar Director of Sales and Marketing Michael Lomonaco, Rick Arnett with Lake Orion Public Schools, and HealthBar School Nursing Program Manager Quinn McGill. Building Communities

HealthBar school nurses provide holistic care to area students

Estelle SlootmakerMonday, February 13, 2023
Feature Story From left: Dennis Young, Tom Sikkema and Melinda Young. Healthy Communities

Ride YourWay fills niche for wheelchair-accessible transportation service in West Michigan

Paul R. KopenkoskeySaturday, 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 Jennifer Owens is CEO of Lakeshore Advantage. Economic Development

Lakeshore Advantage looking for business stabilization projects

Shandra MartinezTuesday, September 13, 2022
Feature Story Anthony Lambers credits real estate for helping him turn his life around. Community Development

Anthony Lambers use his story to help others ‘Get up out the mud’

Shanika P. CarterSunday, August 21, 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 Despite a labor shortage, people with disabilities are dramatically underemployed. (Disability:IN) Equity

West Michigan employers leading the way in accessible workplaces

Shandra MartinezTuesday, May 31, 2022
Feature Story Jocelyn Hines (right) poses with her parents (left) and Gov. Gretchen Whitmer after Hines received the 2019 Youth Volunteer of the Year award. Entrepreneurship

MSU grad launches Muskegon Young Black Professionals to support community

Shanika P. CarterThursday, May 5, 2022
Feature Story Ferry and Voyager students are learning about botany and native plant species at The City Farmer. Kids and Education

Ferry-Voyager students partner with Grand Haven area businesses

Shandra MartinezThursday, May 5, 2022
Feature Story Blue Star Trail is a nearly 20-mile recreational trail, connecting South Haven to Saugatuck.  Community Development

Foundation grants support placemaking in rural communities

Shandra MartinezThursday, May 5, 2022
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