How Muskegon STAR! training builds community pride
Muskegon STAR! is a class designed to educate people about Muskegon, build pride in the community, and create brand ambassadors for the city.
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Ottawa County Environmental Health duo honored for food safety work
Ottawa County’s Senior Environmental Health Specialist Rebekah Folkert earned the Distinguished Service Award to recognize her outstanding accomplishments in environmental health, and Senior Environmental Health Specialist Kayla Anderson earned the Samuel M. Stephenson Sanitarian of the Year Award.
Incarcerated moms and their children come together at Muskegon museum
The Lakeshore Museum Center’s “Time Well Served” provides the opportunity for children to visit with their mother for an extended period in a less trauma-inducing, more child-friendly environment than a jail visitation room.
Teens lead initiative to end risky tradition that leads to youth drownings in Lake Michigan
Led by high school student Raighen Ly, the West Ottawa High Interact Club has partnered with Park Township on a water safety initiative to teach youth the dangers of pier jumping into Lake Michigan.
Community mental health in action: 5K stomps out stigma
Mental Health Foundation of West Michigan 5K invites those who walk in unity with loved ones who have died by suicide, those who have their own mental health battles, and those who simply want to raise awareness. Participants include those who walk in unity with loved ones who have died by suicide, those who have their own mental health battles, and those who simply want to raise awareness.
How the White Oak initiative is protecting Michigan forests
Ben Savoie, the District Forester for Barry, Allegan, and Ottawa Conservation Districts, explains the resources available for Lakeshore residents to protect White Oaks. These native trees are an essential part of the forests of Michigan because they provide a bounty of food and shelter for birds, butterflies, and deer.
Aviation Camp inspires curiosity, helps Muskegon County students soar
Aviation Camp at Muskegon County Airport aims to help make school relevant for kids, giving middle school students an opportunity to learn about various aviation career paths. Leaders say it’s a great way to help kids connect their skills and dreams with their futures.
Award-winning business leader enjoys ‘true passion’ building Muskegon County’s economy
Marla Schneider, Muskegon County’s new economic development director, has an awarding-winning business background.
OnPoint’s mobile crisis team brings help to Allegan County residents with urgent mental health needs
OnPoint’s Community Mental Health Mobile Crisis Intervention Program is available 24/7/365 with a supervisor and two clinicians on-call at all times.
ARPA funding bolsters Ottawa Food’s efforts to rescue food for pantries
Ottawa Food's mission to rescue food and donate it to local food pantries will be aided by nearly $500,000 in ARPA money.
