Zeeland celebrates city manager’s 25 years of service, leadership, and grace
Residents, friends, and leaders honor Zeeland City Manager Tim Klunder's leadership, relationships, and faith while thanking him during his battle with cancer.
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July ADA Celebration brings advocacy, resources, inclusion to Muskegon County communities
The free July 21 event celebrating the ADA's anniversary connects residents with disability resources, assistive technology, voter information, and advocacy organizations.
Students turn culinary skills into scholarship support and career connections
Allegan County culinary students showcased restaurant skills while raising scholarship funds and building career connections through the ProStart fundraiser event.
Gentex veterans group expands support for Michigan Veteran Homes residents
Gentex employees raise funds, volunteer, and add dementia technology supporting veterans living at Michigan Veteran Homes in Grand Rapids.
Professional organizer helps families declutter homes during difficult life transitions
Former banker Melissa Robitaille helps families declutter homes, manage grief, and regain usable living space during major transitions.
Excellence in Education marks 40 years of honoring educators
A longtime Grand Haven tradition celebrates student achievement and the teachers whose guidance impacts generations.
Habitat repair program helps Lakeshore residents remain safely in homes
Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity repairs furnaces, roofs, and accessibility hazards, helping struggling homeowners stay safely in their homes longer.
How a gaming group created a friendship circle for people with disabilities
Disability Network Northern Michigan’s gaming group reduced isolation, inspired friendships, and even inspired an effort to create a nonprofit for railroad preservation.
How occupational therapists help seniors age safely in their homes
A team of occupational therapists from Disability Advocates of Kent County is helping older adults stay independent through home modifications, safety assessments and accessibility improvements that reduce injuries and falls.
Holland Celtic Festival celebrates five years of music and community
The Holland Celtic Festival returns June 26-27, showcasing music, culture, volunteers, and community connections built over five years.
