Rachel Gorman steps up into new role with Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber
Rachel Gorman, chief operating officer of the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce, will succeed Cindy Larsen as president on Oct. 4 after years of preparation.
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Empowering Muskegon Civic Theatre play explores Black women’s relationships with their hair
The world of Black womanhood and self-love is explored in the play “The Glorious World of Crowns, Kinks, & Curls,” which runs at the Muskegon Civic Theatre from Feb. 9-28.
A safe space and sisterhood for female veterans
Launched 10 years ago in Muskegon, WINC has grown to offer support through various services and advocacy efforts with affiliates across the country.
Muskegon-made actor Quincy Isaiah experiences his ‘Winning Time’ on HBO series
The 2013 graduate of Muskegon High School is known professionally as Quincy Isaiah. The actor portrays former NBA player Earvin “Magic” Johnson on HBO’s “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty.”
Creating community and pride within the design scene in West Michigan
The design scene has grown organically in West Michigan over the past decade. Design industry contributors have continued to help in the rise of the design scene since the COVID pandemic, and more social events for designers in the region are coming up.
Advocating for STEAM opportunities this summer in West and SW Michigan
Throughout our region, supporting STEAM’D (science, technology, engineering, art, math and design) is the focus of organizations and programs that are working to encourage the next generation to pursue opportunities within these industries.
Muskegon native presents documentary at Summit on Racism and Inclusion
Jon Covington, the producer of “Black Man,” a documentary about Black men in Muskegon County, was a presenter at the 2023 Summit on Race and Inclusion: The Power of Belonging!
New Read Muskegon program addresses literacy struggles with respect, compassion
The Literacy Ally Training Program is Read Muskegon’s new approach to assisting adults who are struggling with literacy, and to do so with dignity. Allies are trained to identify signs of literacy struggles and to address those struggles with respect and compassion.
Muskegon restaurateur shares her culture through food and tequila
At Los Amigos Tequila Bar & Grill, owner Ana Olson and her staff provide a welcoming environment to the Muskegon community, serving others with a purpose.
Entrepreneurial program for veterans coming to Muskegon
Michigan Veteran Entrepreneur (MVE)-Lab will be coming to Muskegon to offer veterans the opportunity to become entrepreneurs
