Teacher’s $1M gift spurs $20M investment to make Holland a winter destination
The late Frank Kraai’s dream becomes reality with the opening of Holland Ice Park, which offers ice skating, curling, and year-round community activities.
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Michigan Municipal League collaborates, educates, and advocates for the state’s communities
Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.
Saugatuck-area communities unite on $5M bond for fire district expansion
Saugatuck Township, Saugatuck, and Douglas are issuing a $5 million bond to expand fire facilities, improving emergency response and safety.
Nonprofits unite to build Holland’s largest affordable housing community
Three nonprofits collaborate on an 18-acre project creating 120 mixed-income homes, expanding affordability, stability, and opportunity in Holland.
Broadband access expands as Ottawa County connects first fiber customers
123NET and Ottawa County launch a $15 million fiber project, bringing high-speed internet to 2,500 underserved homes and businesses.
Nature-based early childhood program is among recipients of Community Impact grants
A $250,000 grant supports a nature-based preschool center that will include classrooms, trails, and programs for low-income children and children with disabilities.
League of Women Voters hosting September forums in three cities
Nonpartisan candidate forums in Zeeland, Holland, and Saugatuck will give residents opportunities to hear from contenders and ask community-focused questions.
Families thrive through Ignite program’s support, skills, friendships, and partnerships
Disability Network West Michigan’s Ignite program builds friendships, life skills, and community connections for families.
Holland single moms conquer Colorado peak, finding strength through community
Michigan single mothers scaled Pikes Peak, proving their resilience. The “I Climb For Her” expedition symbolizes overcoming challenges together, step by step.
Meeting rural Michiganders’ mental health care needs
Michigan’s rural residents face different challenges when accessing mental health care than residents of urban areas. Transportation issues, loneliness, and limited group therapy options can compound their mental health needs. To address these challenges, community mental health (CMH) agencies like Sanilac County Community Mental Health innovate community-based solutions that meet their populations where they are at.
Michigan Municipal League collaborates, educates, and advocates for the state’s communities
Michigan Municipal League shares innovative programs, fosters collaborations, and connects communities with resources.
Saugatuck-area communities unite on $5M bond for fire district expansion
Saugatuck Township, Saugatuck, and Douglas are issuing a $5 million bond to expand fire facilities, improving emergency response and safety.
Nonprofits unite to build Holland’s largest affordable housing community
Three nonprofits collaborate on an 18-acre project creating 120 mixed-income homes, expanding affordability, stability, and opportunity in Holland.
Broadband access expands as Ottawa County connects first fiber customers
123NET and Ottawa County launch a $15 million fiber project, bringing high-speed internet to 2,500 underserved homes and businesses.
Nature-based early childhood program is among recipients of Community Impact grants
A $250,000 grant supports a nature-based preschool center that will include classrooms, trails, and programs for low-income children and children with disabilities.
League of Women Voters hosting September forums in three cities
Nonpartisan candidate forums in Zeeland, Holland, and Saugatuck will give residents opportunities to hear from contenders and ask community-focused questions.
Families thrive through Ignite program’s support, skills, friendships, and partnerships
Disability Network West Michigan’s Ignite program builds friendships, life skills, and community connections for families.
Holland single moms conquer Colorado peak, finding strength through community
Michigan single mothers scaled Pikes Peak, proving their resilience. The “I Climb For Her” expedition symbolizes overcoming challenges together, step by step.
Meeting rural Michiganders’ mental health care needs
Michigan’s rural residents face different challenges when accessing mental health care than residents of urban areas. Transportation issues, loneliness, and limited group therapy options can compound their mental health needs. To address these challenges, community mental health (CMH) agencies like Sanilac County Community Mental Health innovate community-based solutions that meet their populations where they are at.
