3 college leaders are finalists in GRCC presidential search
College leaders from Pennsylvania, Wisconsin and Utah have been selected as finalists to become the next president at Grand Rapids Community College.
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How the Grand Haven Hispanic Heritage Fiesta is making a difference
Grand Haven Hispanic Heritage Fiesta was created to highlight the Latino community living along the Lakeshore that makes the region a great place to live, says co-founder, the Rev. Dr. Jared C. Cramer, of St John's Episcopal Church.
Women of Color Give announces top 5 nominees for $56k in grants
At its 2022 “Power Reimagined” event, Women of Color Give announced five nominees who will take part in a December pitch event for a total of $56,000 in grants.
New accessibility icon better reflects the lifestyles of people with disabilities
Thanks to a new state law, current blue signs portraying wheelchair users as passive and inactive will be replaced with a new accessibility icon that better reflects the lifestyles of people with disabilities.
Growing the next generation of disability advocates
How is the next generation of disability advocates getting involved? Associate boards. These informal groups provide a fun way for young professionals to learn about board governance while organizing events that bring people together to better understand disability issues.
Lakeshore Habitat to host Community Block Party to celebrate 42 home builds
Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity is inviting the community to a block party at its Vista Green Development on the south side of Holland, where 42 homes will be built for affordable homeownership in partnership with Jubilee Ministries.
International Festival of Holland celebrates community’s diversity
The free, family-friendly festival on Oct. 1 features musicians from around the globe, a children’s fiesta and a World Arena soccer event for middle school athletes.
Windmill Island Gardens celebrates another record year
The Holland attraction will continue to draw crowds during the cold months. Windmill Island Gardens will host Holland’s Fall Fest on Oct. 7-8 and the Magic at the Mill winter exhibit on Friday and Saturday evenings Dec. 2-17.
GRCC student gaining following for her musical perspective
Hailey Cone, who is blind, is using her perspective as a member of the writing staff for “Inside the Score,” a YouTube channel that seeks to deepen the appreciation of classical, film, and art music.
Zeeland celebrates 175th birthday with week of festivities
The city of Zeeland will celebrate 175 years of community with a week of festivities from Oct. 2-7. Anniversary activities will conclude with Zeeland’s annual Pumpkinfest on Oct. 7-8.
