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The Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area's 2024 Promise Scholars.
2024 Promise Scholars share how they are will pursue their dreams

Community Foundation of the Holland/Zeeland Area has awarded academic scholarships to 15 students as part of the Holland/Zeeland Promise. Those students share where they will study and their career plans.

Marla Schneider, Muskegon County’s economic development director
Muskegon Heights’s new industrial parks strategy is key step in bolstering economic development

Muskegon Heights is poised for success with available vacant land and buildings ready for development, say officials. 

Nonprofit spotlights the impact of volunteers

Love Your Neighbor is celebrating the deep investment of key volunteers during National Volunteer Month.

HSO President and CEO Kay Walvoord
HSO concert is Kay Walvoord’s last as CEO of orchestra

Holland Symphony Orchestra will perform its final concert of this season on April 27. It’s also the last under the leadership of co-founder Kay Walvoord, who is stepping down after 36 years with the organization. 

Michigan West Coast Chamber to host annual volunteer blitz

The Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce will host its third annual Community Impact Day on Wednesday, May 15, from 1-4 p.m. throughout West Michigan.  

Herrick District Library will host a free plant and seed swap 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 20.
Seed and plant swap Saturday at HDL North

Herrick District Library's seed and plant swap is this Saturday, April 20, at the North Branch. Anyone can come and take free plants and seeds, but bringing some to swap will gain them extra selections.

‘Around the World’ concert will feature diverse traditions and styles from across the globe

West Michigan Symphony (WMS) will take music enthusiasts on a journey across multiple continents with “WMS Around the World Part II” on April 19 and a Lunch ’n’ Learn on April 17. 

Foundation grants will support after school and summer education programs

CFHZ is awarding $145,000 to three organizations to “foster equitable access to high-quality education, ensuring that every child has the chance to thrive,” says Yadah V. Ramirez, the Foundation’s Director of Community Impact.

MiCareerQuest connects 8,000 students with hands-on exploration into future career opportunities

Over 8,000 middle and high school students across West Michigan had the opportunity to experience more than 300 high-demand careers first-hand at this year's MiCareerQuest.

An aerial view of the LG Energy Solutions Michigan campus in Holland and Allegan County. (LGES)
West Michigan poised for growth in advanced energy storage sector

New report details West Michigan's role and opportunities in energy storage technology development and production. Three state universities and two community colleges have programs for energy storage and related technologies. 

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