Spring Lake program expands summer learning with $618K MiLEAP grant
MiLEAP’s $618K investment helps Outdoor Discovery Center double sites, expand summer programs, and prevent learning loss for West Michigan students.
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Hudsonville Ice Cream invests $40M, expands Holland plant, adds jobs
Hudsonville Ice Cream’s $40 million Holland expansion adds 44 high-wage jobs, strengthening West Michigan’s food industry through public-private collaboration.
Gentex cereal drive helps families as food costs climb
Gentex employees collected nearly 600 pounds of cereal, joining community partners to help Community Action House fight rising food insecurity.
Ice cream social celebrates scholarships, bright futures for area students
Grand Haven’s annual ice cream social honors 229 scholarship recipients, highlighting community support, student achievement, and investment in education’s future.
Holland/Zeeland Young Professionals joins Chamber to expand opportunities
Volunteer-led HYP transitions into West Coast Chamber, gaining staff, resources, and connections to strengthen programming and support emerging leaders.
New scholarship aims to inspire ‘future of agribusiness’
Three West Michigan students earn scholarships aimed at strengthening farming with innovative approaches and fresh talent.
LAUP’s 61st Fiesta celebrates Latino culture, unity, and community pride
Happening July 16–20 in Holland, LAUP Fiesta celebrates Latino heritage with music, dance, food, and family-friendly events that unite the community.
Love Your Neighbor outfits 800-plus students for school with dignity
A Hudsonville nonprofit’s back-to-school initiative helps families in need by providing supplies and clothing to local students.
Grants fuel local efforts in youth leadership, housing, and inclusion
Five nonprofits receive $212,000 from CFHZ to expand programs supporting youth, housing, immigrant rights, and inclusive arts across the Holland/Zeeland community.
Saugatuck Township installs first public art with environmental message
A new sculpture at the Blue Star roundabout sparks conversation about environmental responsibility and marks a first for the township.
